Midday Report for Wednesday 10 September 2025

1:45 PM.In today's episode, the Court of Appeal has turned down a bid to quash Scott Watson's convictions for the murders of Olivia Hope and Ben Smart; The government's being urged to treat organised crime as… Read more Audio

12:45 PM.If you've opened your local election voting envelope you may have noticed some candidates pushing the boundaries when it comes to their party affiliation. University of Otago legal expert Andrew… Read more Audio

12:43 PM.In Auckland the future of the Avondale Racecourse is under scrutiny as it faces the prospect of being sold for development. Whau Local Board member Ross Clow spoke to Charlotte Cook. Audio

12:35 PM.Midday Rural News with Stephanie Ockhuysen Audio

12:28 PM.Midday Sports News with Bridget Tunnicliffe Audio

12:20 PM.Midday Business News with Anan Zaki, including a market update. Audio

12:15 PM.The government's being urged to treat organised crime as a serious threat to New Zealand and appoint a dedicated Minister to tackle it. Ministerial Advisory Group on Transnational, Serious and… Read more Audio

12:11 PM.The Court of Appeal has turned down a bid to quash Scott Watson's convictions for the murders of Olivia Hope and Ben Smart. Nelson reporter Samantha Gee spoke to Charlotte Cook. Audio