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12:17 PM.While other western nations declare their intention to recognise a Palestinian state, the New Zealand government is being described as a "laggard" for delaying its position on statehood. The… Read more Audio

12:12 PM.Critical staff shortages, a siloed culture and serious governance issues have been identified in an inquiry into Canterbury's Mental Health Services - sparked by the murder of a Christchurch woman… Read more Audio

1:45 PM.In today's episode, the first submissions have been heard by a People's Select Committee designed to challenge the government's rushed changes to the Equal Pay Amendment Act; A Northland cardiologist… Read more Audio

12:45 PM.The Green Party's Wellington MPs have launched a petition calling for Maori place names to be restored to the capital's electorates. Rongotai MP Julie Anne Genter spoke to Charlotte Cook. Audio

12:43 PM.The Department of Conservation says three endangered sea lions were shot at the mouth of the Waitaki river on Saturday. DOC's operations director for the South Island Aaron Fleming spoke to Charlotte… Read more Audio

12:35 PM.Midday Rural News for 11 August 2025 Audio

12:28 PM.The Crusaders are confident they'll get big crowds at next year's Super Rugby Super Round in Christchurch. Audio

12:23 PM.Midday Business News for 11 August 2025 Audio

12:16 PM.A Northland cardiologist is pushing back at statistics from the Health Minister showing access to heart care is getting faster - he says that might be the case - but those already in the system are… Read more Audio

12:10 PM.The first submissions have been heard by a People's Select Committee designed to challenge the government's rushed changes to the Equal Pay Amendment Act. Reporter Ellen O'Dwyer spoke to Charlotte… Read more Audio

1:45 PM.In today's episode, The MP for Auckland is backing calls for the government to act urgently to get the city's sluggish economy moving; A Northland school has been forced to roster students home due to… Read more Audio

12:46 PM.If you've been enjoying a bit of settled weather this week, it's about to come to an end. MetService meteorologist Mmathapelo Makgabutlane spoke to Charlotte Cook. Audio

12:42 PM.Three Kiwis have been among hundreds battling it out in Utah at the famous Bonneville Salt Flats 'Speedweek' - a race made famous by the film The World's Fastest Indian. The Spirit of NZ Lakester's… Read more Audio

12:35 PM.Midday Rural News for 8 August 2025. Audio

12:28 PM.The Tall Blacks have overcome a physical test to beat the Philippines 94-86 at basketball's Asia Cup in Jeddah. Audio

12:20 PM.Midday Business News for 8 August 2025. Audio

12:17 PM.A Northland school has been forced to roster students home due to a winter staffing crisis. Northland College Principal Duane Allen spoke to Charlotte Cook. Audio

12:11 PM.The MP for Auckland is backing calls for the government to act urgently to get the city's sluggish economy moving. Green Party co-leader and Auckland MP Chlöe Swarbrick spoke to Charlotte Cook. Audio

1:45 PM.In today's episode, Maori are being warned to be vigilant as online gambling sites use fake names and photos to lure people in; An emergency doctor says there will be serious consequences for patient… Read more Audio

12:45 PM.Food companies are rushing to push protein products, but do we really need all this added protein? Registered nutritionist Jan Hales spoke to Charlotte Cook. Audio

12:40 PM.With unemployment at its highest level in five years and a very tight job market - many job seekers say it's disheartening applying for jobs and hearing nothing back beyond an automated response. Frog… Read more Audio

12:35 PM.Midday Rural News for 7 August 2025. Audio

12:28 PM.Black Caps captain Mitchell Santner is confident Jacob Duffy can transfer his white ball form into the test arena. Audio

12:20 PM.Midday Business News for 7 August 2025. Audio

12:16 PM.An emergency doctor says there will be serious consequences for patient care if St John goes ahead with a plan to get rid of volunteers in hospital EDs. Hutt Hospital ED doctor Dr Tanya Wilton spoke… Read more Audio