Midday Report

The Milford Track is open to the public again, with Department of Conservation staff finally able to get in and restore damaged tracks. Audio

It comes as a former infantry soldier accuses the New Zealand Defence Force of failing to get him the help he desperately needed. Audio

She says it's the most "insane" thing she's ever found.

Students at about 40 schools were forced to stay home, after asbestos was found in coloured play sand. Audio

Justice Minister Paul Goldsmith says stalking is an "insidious behaviour" and the legislation was long overdue.

Two paramedics were targeted while flying over Palmerston on a hospital transfer mission on Tuesday night. Audio

Health NZ chief information technology officer Darren Douglass said performance problems arose in March. Audio

Keen stargazers could be in for another glimpse on an aurora that lit up skies at the southern end of the country on Wednesday night. Audio

A mental health support service says it will have to reduce its operations if it cannot plug a $2 million shortfall. Audio

While smoking numbers have reduced, there is concern about the impact the introduction of vaping products has had. Audio

Testing found more than 60 percent of the products investigated from both online stores had failures. Audio

The government's proposed changes would mean the first Warrant of Fitness for new light vehicles would last 4 years.

Power is out to around 90,000 homes across the top of the South Island.

Simeon Brown says he might have to consider a law change as the feud with striking doctors esclates. Audio

The 71-year-old said that his wife would like him to retire but that there was "always plenty to do". Audio

Joshua Barnes has only played competitive chess for two years but has already won a Junior Master title. Audio

New Zealand mountain bike rider Sammie Maxwell admits her mental health was challenged as she rode into history. Audio

New Zealand needed to intensify efforts to reduce smoking prevalence, say health experts. Audio

The Greens say they have "absolutely nothing" to do with a protest where Winston Peters' window was smashed, as government ministers heap blame on the party. Audio

Consumer NZ's annual review with the Commerce Commission, released on Tuesday, showed Spark, One NZ and 2degrees all scored poorly. Audio

The Chatham Island's mayor says a government announcement means the community can now plan for its future. Audio

A Swiss researcher says AI could act as an impartial moderator for couples with relationship problems.

Australia, the UK and Canada have all now recognised a Palestinian state, with Winston Peters expected to announce New Zealand's position in New York soon. Audio

Crusaders fans are questioning their loyalty after prices for the next season at the new stadium were hiked. Audio

The Tokoroa-based plant is looking to import ply from overseas. Audio