Midday Report for Wednesday 12 February 2025

1:45 PM.In today's episode, a manhunt is underway in Palmerston North for a man who aimed a firearm at a police officer on Tuesday night, before fleeing the scene, the government has released a series of… Read more Audio

12:46 PM.A rare, first edition of Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban has just sold for more than $5000 at auction. Webb's auction house decorative arts specialist Charlotte Dippie spoke to Charlotte… Read more Audio

12:43 PM.A major Auckland hospital and rehab centre for wild birds will soon only attend to native and endemic species, citing significant financial pressures. BirdCare Aotearoa fundraising manager Dr Rashi… Read more Audio

12:39 PM.Midday Rural News for 12 February 2025 Audio

12:28 PM.The push to create a Super Rugby draft is gaining momentum, with Chiefs midfielder Anton Lienert-Brown the latest All Black to throw his support behind the idea. Audio

12:22 PM.Midday Business News for 12 February 2025 Audio

12:16 PM.The government has released a series of draft proposals which it says may help level the playing field for local media against international competitors. Political reporter Giles Dexter spoke to… Read more Audio

12:10 PM.A manhunt is underway in Palmerston North for a man who aimed a firearm at a police officer on Tuesday night, before fleeing the scene. Inspector Ross Grantham spoke to Charlotte Cook. Audio