Midday Report

All Blacks coach Scott Robertson has announced five newcomers in his 33-strong squad for their upcoming test series against France. Rugby reporter Joe Porter spoke to Charlotte Cook. Audio

A New Zealander has been arrested over the attempted murder of a Laotian activist who took refuge in France. Reporter Amy Williams spoke to Charlotte Cook. Audio

New Zealand fruit growers are getting together to tackle future challenges. Audio

We have a new All Blacks team. Audio

The markets are a bit jumpy after events in Iran. Audio

Experts are warning escalation of the conflict in the Middle East poses a major threat to New Zealand's economy. Money Correspondent Susan Edmunds spoke to Charlotte Cook. Audio

Israel, Iran and the US have all had their say at an emergency UN Security Council meeting in New York. Geopolitical analyst Geoffrey Miller spoke to Charlotte Cook. Audio

In today's episode, the government has paused millions of dollars of funding to the Cook Islands after its government signed partnership deals with China earlier this year, Iran's Supreme Leader has… Read more Audio

The cowbells might not be ringing out from the Stadium but Christchurch is expecting a full house for a super sport weekend. Despite the ban on the infamous Waikato instrument, the final between the… Read more Audio

This weekend, Aotearoa officially celebrates Matariki for the fourth time, marked by the reappearance in the night sky of the star cluster. This year the focus is Matariki ma Puanga- highlighting the… Read more Audio

Midday Rural News for 19 July 2025. Audio

Golfer Dame Lydia Ko needs just one more major victory to complete a career grand slam and feels the PGA Championship is one that she could win. Audio