Midday Report

Midday Business News for 2 October 2025. Audio

The three largest mobile providers are not giving customers the information they need to choose the best service plans, according to a report by the Commerce Commission and Consumer NZ. Consumer's… Read more Audio

The Global Sumud Flotilla that has been trying to get aid into Gaza has been intercepted by the Israeli navy, and some New Zealanders taking part are now on an Israeli vessel. Adi Leason, father of… Read more Audio

In today's episode, the Labour party has slammed changes to the electricity sector announced on Wednesday as "weak and short-sighted"; Psychologist, author and television presenter, Nigel Latta, has… Read more Audio

A new supply vessel for the Chatham Islands, replacing the ageing Southern Tiare, will be on the water by late 2027. Chathams mayor Monique Croon spoke to Charlotte Cook. Audio

New Zealand Professional Firefighters Union has announced all firefighters will walk off the job for one hour in mid-October over pay. Union national secretary Wattie Watson spoke to Charlotte Cook. Audio

Midday Rural News for 1 October 2025 Audio

India scored 269 in their win over Sri Lanka in the opening game this morning, with New Zealand to play defending champions Australia tonight. Audio

Midday Business News for 1 October 2025 Audio

Psychologist, author and television presenter, Nigel Latta, has died. Friend Brigette Tapsell spoke to Charlotte Cook. Audio

The Labour party has slammed changes to the electricity sector announced on Wednesday as "weak and short-sighted". Labour's Energy spokesperson Megan Woods spoke to Charlotte Cook. Audio

In today's episode, ten kiwi chicks being monitored in Makara, near Wellington, have grown to be big enough to fight off predators, an emergency consultant says targets for ED wait times help the… Read more Audio