Midday Report

The Warriors are being cautious about not over-exposing their new superstar Leka Halasima. Audio

A strong rise in profit for the Port of Tauranga. Audio

More details of the night the Loafers Lodge hostel in Newtown caught fire has been revealed in the High Court in Wellington. Reporter Kate Green spoke to Charlotte Cook. Audio

Waikato Police are investigating a fresh sighting of who they think was fugitive Tom Phillips and one of his children. Reporter Libby Kirkby-McLeod spoke to Charlotte Cook. Audio

In today's episode, the government has signed off on loosening alcohol restrictions; Residents of the now destroyed Loafers Lodge hostel are pained recalling the memories of the deadly fires that… Read more Audio

Aotearoa's boutique music & arts festival is returning after a year off in the wake of economic challenges. Splore festival director John Minty spoke to Charlotte Cook. Audio

Residents in the Waitaki District could face a rates rise of almost 40 percent, after pulling out of South Island Water Done Well. Labour's Local Government spokesperson Tangi Utikere spoke to… Read more Audio

Residents in the Waitaki District could face a rates rise of almost 40 percent, after pulling out of South Island Water Done Well. Audio

Midday Rurals news for 28 August 2025. Audio

Midday Sports news for 29 August 2025. Audio

Midday Business news for 28 August 2025. Audio

Residents of the now destroyed Loafers Lodge hostel are pained recalling the memories of the deadly fires that ruined their homes for the court. Reporter Lauren Crimp spoke to Charlotte Cook. Audio