Midday Report

A Wellington City Councillor is disappointed that the government has stripped the heritage status of Victoria University-owned Gordon Wilson Flats on The Terrace. Iona Pannett spoke to Charlotte Cook.

Thieves have targeted central Napier's only pharmacy for a third time in 10 weeks. Life Pharmacy owner Peter Bailey spoke to Charlotte Cook. Audio

Midday Rural News for 17 June 2025 Audio

White Ferns captain Sophie Devine will retire from one day internationals after this year's World Cup. Audio

Midday Business News for 17 June 2025 Audio

Fire crews are responding to a major fire at the New World supermarket in Freeman's Bay. Reporter Amy Williams spoke to Charlotte Cook. Audio

The government has launched a "targeted plan" to prevent suicide, outlining a five-year whole-of-government approach. Mental Health Foundation chief executive Shaun Robinson spoke to Charlotte Cook. Audio

Midday Report Essentials for Monday 16 June 2025. Audio

President Donald Trump is considering adding 36 additional countries to the United States' travel ban list - including Tonga, Tuvalu and Vanuatu. Massey University's Centre for Defence and Security… Read more Audio

The distribution, manufacture, sale and supply of disposable vapes is being banned from Tuesday. Otago University senior research fellow Jude Ball spoke to Charlotte Cook. Audio

Midday Rural News for 16 June 2025 Audio

New Zealand driver Shane van Gisbergen powered his way to victory through rain and chaos to win the inaugural Viva Mexico 250 NASCAR race in Mexico City. Audio