Midday Report

A new report says the Government's proposed clean up of waterways will not harm New Zealand's overall economy. Audio

The All Blacks coach Steve Hansen expects the Springboks to gamble defensively in their much anticipated Rugby World Cup opener in Yokohama on Saturday. Audio

Two companies are spending 15-thousand-dollars on a satellite and a system to go along with it, to allow Chatham Islands' residents to watch Rugby World Cup matches. Audio

For the latest from the markets we're joined by Kyle Edmonds of Jarden Securities. Audio

A highly competitive retail landscape and rising cost pressures have seen Briscoe Group's profit remain relatively flat for the first half of the year. Audio

The New Zealand dollar remains the 10th most traded currency globally, according to a survey by the Bank of International Settlements. Audio

A swathe of gloomy global headlines appear to have further dampened consumers' outlook about the economy but they're feeling more upbeat about their own personal finances. Audio

Financial regulators are disappointed and unimpressed by the life insurance industry's failure to fix issues and clean up its act. Audio

Freight carriers warn consumer costs will go up if fuel prices rise. Saudi Arabia insists Iran, not Yemeni rebels, attacked its oil refineries. Audio

Three farming organisations and the main fishing body have appealed to the Government to rethink environmental reforms that they think miss the point. Audio

Sophie Pascoe says the performances of the New Zealand team at the World Para Swimming Championships in London bode well as the team looks towards next years Paralympics. Audio

Listed healthcare company Abano, which owns chains of dentist practices in New Zealand and Australia, has confirmed its in talks with several potential buyers. Audio