Midday Report

A new study has found there are more vape retailers in lower socio-economic areas and in close proximity to schools. University of Canterbury public health expert Dr Matt Hobbs spoke to Charlotte… Read more Audio

News from the rural farming sector. Audio

The New Zealand Breakers coach Mody Maor has quit the Auckland based basketball club taking up a job in Asia. Audio

Midday Business News for 23 May 2024 Audio

A study has found a significant proportion of new primary teachers do not have the most basic qualifications in science and maths. University of Auckland lecturer in mathematics education Dr Lisa… Read more Audio

A New Zealander stuck in New Caledonia says the lack of communication from the government about when she can be evacuated is making her anxious. Shula Guse spoke to Charlotte Cook. Audio

On today's episode, former Justice Minister Kiri Allan has pleaded guilty to charges that ended her political career just moments before her trial was set to begin on Wednesday, an aviation expert… Read more Audio

The annual ACC Rongoā Māori or traditional Māori healing conference has kicked off today with practitioners coming together from around the motu to share ideas. Donna Kerridge spoke to Charlotte Cook.

French President Emmanuel Macron is making a surprise trip to New Caledonia to resume talks with local leaders and find a "political solution" to the ongoing crisis. Islands Business Magazine… Read more Audio

News from the rural farming sector. Dairy farmers around the country will be milking their herds with a smile today because the average price rose 3.3 percent at the global dairy trade auction… Read more Audio

Provincial Unions say the Players Association's threat to split with New Zealand Rugby if governance reforms don't go ahead is "irresponsible" and "uneccessary". Audio

Midday Business News for 22 May 2024 Napier Port the country's number four port has rebounded from last year's Cyclone Gabrielle disruption to post an increased profit on higher revenue, an insurance… Read more Audio