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12:17 PM.Some principals are labelling a plan for the Communities of Learning - Kāhui Ako scheme to be axed as "disastrous" for schools. Sacred Heart College principal Patrick Walsh spoke to Charlotte Cook. Audio

12:10 PM.The government wants to remove the second practical driving test and to reduce the number of eye tests required during the licensing process. Youth Inspire general manager Zainab Ali spoke to… Read more Audio

1:45 PM.In today's episode, despite the Treaty Principles Bill being overwhelmingly rejected in yesterday's vote, ACT Party leader David Seymour remains defiant, the government is expanding the official term… Read more Audio

12:46 PM.Consumer New Zealand has been taking a look at our favourite Easter eggs, and found not only is Easter chocolate more expensive than regular chocolate blocks, it's also a lot more expensive than it… Read more Audio

12:40 PM.A man has been sentenced to life in prison for the brutal murder of 18-year-old Ariki Rigby, following an argument sparked by her wearing a gang member's t-shirt. Reporter Alexa Cook spoke to… Read more Audio

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

12:30 PM.Three-times America's Cup winning skipper Peter Burling won't return to Team New Zealand for the next Cup cycle. Audio

12:20 PM.Midday Business News for 11 April 2025 Audio

12:16 PM.The government is expanding the official term "veteran" to cover more ex-soldiers, sailors and aviators, as well as setting up a new national day of tribute. No Duff co-founder Aaron Wood spoke to… Read more Audio

12:13 PM.Despite the Treaty Principles Bill being overwhelmingly rejected in Thursday's vote, ACT Party leader David Seymour remains defiant, and is looking to resurrect something similar at the next election… Read more Audio

1:45 PM.In today's episode, the New Zealand stock exchange surged at opening on Thursday morning, after US President Donald Trump announced a 90-day pause on global tariffs for most countries, a boil water… Read more Audio

12:55 PM.Australia goes to the polls on May third in what's been dubbed the cost-of-living election. The campaign is now into its second week. Political scientist at Charles Sturt University in New South… Read more Audio

12:45 PM.Scientists have figured out an optimal method to get more out of a coffee bean so coffee drinkers can either have a stronger brew or use fewer beans for the same taste. Wellington's Pour and Twist… Read more Audio

12:42 PM.With the US is clamping down hard on China with its tariffs, some commentators here are expecting some Chinese companies might increase their efforts to market to New Zealanders. Money correspondent… Read more Audio

12:36 PM.A new report is raising the alarm about the reliance on planting pines to offset greenhouse gas emissions? Audio

12:28 PM.A fallen All Black legend is providing plenty of inspiration to the Hurricanes this week. Audio

12:19 PM.Some analysis of what might have led to the flip-flop from President Trump. Audio

12:16 PM.A boil water notice remains in place in Greymouth on Thursday, after Coliform bacteria and low levels of E Coli were detected in test results on Wednesday. Greymouth mayor Tania Gibson spoke to… Read more Audio

12:12 PM.The New Zealand stock exchange surged at opening on Thursday morning, after US President Donald Trump announced a 90-day pause on global tariffs for most countries. Sense Partners economist John… Read more Audio

1:45 PM.In today's episode, economists' predict a 25 basis point cut to the official cash rate, taking it to 3-point-5 percent. A new report has found New Zealand is being overwhelmed by organised crime - and… Read more Audio

12:46 PM.With Easter approaching, Tearfund has created the Chocolate Scorecard, which ranks popular chocolate brands available in New Zealand. Charlotte Cook was joined by Tearfund Head of Advocacy, Claire… Read more Audio

12:42 PM.Engineers are sounding the alarm at the high number of roles being lost as the country experiences a major slowdown in infrastructure work. Helen Davidson, the chief executive of the Association of… Read more Audio

12:35 PM.Midday Rural News for 9 April 2025 Audio

12:28 PM.Former Black Caps coach John Bracewell believes Brendon McCullum and Stephen Fleming would be out of reach but he's backing Daniel Vettori for the job. Audio

12:19 PM.Midday Business News for 9 April 2025 Audio