Midday Report for Thursday 14 December 2023

12:44 PM.It could be a more frustrating time than usual on the country's roads this holiday season.

The Automobile Association is warning motorists could face more delays due to extensive road maintenance and… Read more Audio

12:42 PM.More New Zealanders say they're experience psychological distress - but smoking and dangerous drinking is declining, in the lastest snapshot of the country's health.

The Ministry of Health has just… Read more Audio

12:15 PM.Road freight operators are pleased to see the new government holding Kiwirail to account over its Cook Strait ferry project.

Kiwirail was planning to build two custom-made Interislander ferries… Read more Audio

12:11 PM.The police watchdog has found officers used excessive force in six incidents during last year's protest and occupation of Parliament's grounds.

In a report just released, the Independent Police… Read more Audio