Midday Report

In today's episode, Commerce and Consumer Affairs Minister Andrew Bayly has resigned his ministerial positions after what he says was an "animated discussion" that ended with him placing a hand on a… Read more Audio

Antarctica New Zealand is looking for a crew of 40 to join Scott Base for the 2025/26 research season. General Manager for Antarctic Operations Mike Shapland spoke to Charlotte Cook. Audio

Ukraine's ambassador to New Zealand says Ukraine is defiant against Russia and will continue to fight, as the country marks the third anniversary of the Russia's invasion of Ukraine. Ambassador Vasyl… Read more Audio

Midday Rural News for 24 February 2025. Audio

The Black Ferns Sevens will play Fiji in the final of the Vancouver leg of the world series after a comprehensive 29-19 win over arch rivals Australia in the semi finals. Audio

Midday Business News for 24 February 2025. Audio

A former gang member is pleasantly surprised by the behaviour during the first three months of the new gang patch ban. Life member of the Black Power and community advocate Denis O'Reilly spoke to… Read more Audio

Commerce and Consumer Affairs Minister Andrew Bayly has resigned his ministerial positions after what he says was an "animated discussion" that ended with him placing a hand on a staffer's arm… Read more Audio

In today's episode, the Defence Minister says New Zealand must contribute more to global defence alliances and can no longer lean as heavily on the US, teacher shortages are so dire that principals… Read more Audio

On Monday, the finest kapa haka groups from around Aotearoa will converge on New Plymouth for Te Matatini - the largest haka tournament in the world. Te Matatini chief executive Carl Ross spoke to… Read more Audio

Electric Avenue, the two-day festival is expected to see 70,000 people come through the gates, with dozens of artists including Shapeshifter, The Prodigy, and Khruangbin performing. Organiser Callam… Read more Audio

Excitement in the hemp sector today. Audio