Midday Report

For the latest from the markets we're joined by Brad Gordon at Macquarie Private Wealth. Audio

Over to Australia now... and ANZ Banking Group's recent warning about escalating bad debts has thrown a spotlight on valuations in the heavyweight banking sector. Audio

Sir Ron Brierley's takeover bid for the former Wellington retailer, Kirkcaldie & Stains, has met resistence as the board recommends shareholders reject the offer. Audio

The country is to get a second undesea cable link to the UNited States with the backers of the Hawaiki internet cable saying they have secured the money to go ahead with the project. Audio

The government is asked to offer help to those caught up in holiday pay problems; A lack of resources may stymie a flagship project for at-risk children. Audio

News from the rural and farming sectors. Audio

Christchurch Airport is to build a 200-room four-and-a-half star hotel near its main terminal. Audio

The New Zealand cricket captain Kane Williamson says the Black Caps bowling attack developed as a unit during the World T20. Audio

For the latest from the markets we're joined by Brad Gordon at Macquarie Private Wealth. Audio

The Treasury head, Gabriel Makhlouf, says the world is better prepared to handle a major financial meltdown. Audio

Listed health software company, Orion, has signed a deal with a big health insurer in the United States which it says will be a significant foot in the door of a major market. Audio

The health supplements company, Oceania Natural, has debuted on the New Zealand stock exchange this morning, becoming the first company to list this year. Audio