Midday Report

Music can do wonders for the mood. Researchers have discovered music can also reflect the mood of society. Markus Foramitti, one of the study's authors, spoke to Lauren Crimp. Audio

An update on the latest news from RNZ's rural team. Audio

An update on the latest news and results from RNZ's sports team. Audio

The latest news from RNZ's business team. Audio

There's outrage overseas as football fans learn how much money they'll have to cough up to head along to next year's World Cup. Founder of All Whites fan club Flying Kiwis, Matt Fejos spoke to Lauren… Read more Audio

Sentencing is underway in Greymouth for the disgraced former leader of the Gloriavale Christian community, Howard Temple. RNZ reporter Tim Brown spoke to Lauren Crimp. Audio

Budget airline Jetstar is being directed to stop using two baggage scales at Wellington Airport after inspections found they failed to meet legal accuracy requirements; A Maori health collective say… Read more Audio

A University of Auckland study has found more than 10% of secondary school students have had unwanted sexual experiences. Professor Terryann Clark from the University of Auckland spoke to Tuwhenuaroa… Read more Audio

An update on the latest news from RNZ's rural team. Audio

An update on the latest news and results from RNZ's sports team. Audio

The latest news from RNZ's business team. Audio

A Maori health collective say they are "deeply disappointed" by a decision to cut their Stop Smoking Service contract because they refuse to supply vaping products. Catherine Manning is the regional… Read more Audio