Midday Report for Tuesday 25 February 2025

1:45 PM.In today's episode, the government is looking to increase prescription supply from three to twelve months in a bid to try and ease the pressure on general practice doctors, the government is making it… Read more Audio

12:55 PM.Germany is set for a change of government, with the initial election results recording a win for right-wing parties, although not everyone is thrilled with the result. Worldwatch's Niva Chittock spoke… Read more Audio

12:45 PM.The Forgotten Highway is no longer left behind - as the last stretch of metal road among the State Highway network is sealed in Whangamomona. Whangamomona Hotel owners Vicki and Richard Pratt spoke to… Read more Audio

12:40 PM.The first day of the national kapa haka championships - Te Matatini is well underway - with 14 groups performing on the first day of preliminary competitions. Māori news reporter Pokere Paewai spoke… Read more Audio

12:35 PM.Midday Rural News for 25 February 2025 Audio

12:27 PM.The Black Caps are into the Champions Trophy semi-finals with a game to spare but they're determined to finish as top qualifiers from their group and head into knockout rounds unbeaten. Audio

12:20 PM.Midday Business News for 25 February 2025 Audio

12:15 PM.The government is making it easier for primary and intermediate teachers coming to New Zealand to apply for residency faster. Immigration and Education Minister Erica Stanford spoke to Charlotte Cook.

12:10 PM.The government is looking to increase prescription supply from three to twelve months in a bid to try and ease the pressure on general practice doctors. The Royal New Zealand College of General… Read more Audio