Midday Report

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

Accidental activations of emergency locator beacons is costing thousands of dollars in wasted resources. Audio

White supremacist Thomas Sewell is facing criminal charges. Audio

Often the fake profiles will steal photos from real life whānau, give them fake names and make up elaborate tales. Audio

Health teams are seeing a surge in cases among people returning home after picking up the illness overseas. Audio

While the longest Beatles songs top out at under eight minutes, these "songbirds of the Southern Ocean" can drag theirs out to 13 hours Audio

Trade Minister Todd McClay has pushed back on suggestions he didn't negotiate hard enough. Audio

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NEMA will work with phone companies to try and sort any glitches, Mark Mitchell says. Audio

It comes as Canada became the latest nation to announce it planned to recognise a state of Palestine. Audio

There has been a spike in cases of rats chewing through the electronics of cars, with insurers also reporting an increase in damage claims. Audio

In the past year, 17 people have died in avoidable house fires, compared to 13 in a typical year. Audio

Gumboot Friday will continue to get funding to 2026, despite past questions about its founder and funding. Audio

Four fundraising pages have been closed as Givealittle updated its policy on Gaza. Audio