Midday Report

Midday Business News for 11 August 2025 Audio

A Northland cardiologist is pushing back at statistics from the Health Minister showing access to heart care is getting faster - he says that might be the case - but those already in the system are… Read more Audio

The first submissions have been heard by a People's Select Committee designed to challenge the government's rushed changes to the Equal Pay Amendment Act. Reporter Ellen O'Dwyer spoke to Charlotte… Read more Audio

In today's episode, The MP for Auckland is backing calls for the government to act urgently to get the city's sluggish economy moving; A Northland school has been forced to roster students home due to… Read more Audio

If you've been enjoying a bit of settled weather this week, it's about to come to an end. MetService meteorologist Mmathapelo Makgabutlane spoke to Charlotte Cook. Audio

Three Kiwis have been among hundreds battling it out in Utah at the famous Bonneville Salt Flats 'Speedweek' - a race made famous by the film The World's Fastest Indian. The Spirit of NZ Lakester's… Read more Audio

Midday Rural News for 8 August 2025. Audio

The Tall Blacks have overcome a physical test to beat the Philippines 94-86 at basketball's Asia Cup in Jeddah. Audio

Midday Business News for 8 August 2025. Audio

A Northland school has been forced to roster students home due to a winter staffing crisis. Northland College Principal Duane Allen spoke to Charlotte Cook. Audio

The MP for Auckland is backing calls for the government to act urgently to get the city's sluggish economy moving. Green Party co-leader and Auckland MP Chlöe Swarbrick spoke to Charlotte Cook. Audio

In today's episode, Maori are being warned to be vigilant as online gambling sites use fake names and photos to lure people in; An emergency doctor says there will be serious consequences for patient… Read more Audio