Midday Report for Wednesday 5 November 2025

1:45 PM.Unemployment edged up to a near nine-year high as businesses halted hiring, but slack in the jobs market increased, and wage growth slowed further; New research shows vaping is the likely reason for… Read more Audio

12:45 PM.New Zealand fashion designers want politicians to recognise the importance of the industry. Mindful Fashion Board Chair and designer Juliette Hogan spoke to Charlotte Cook. Audio

12:40 PM.A popular Rotorua tourist spot is thought to have been significantly damaged after a blaze on Tuesday night. Wetini Mitai-Ngati, Chief Executive of Mitai Maori Village spoke to Charlotte Cook. Audio

12:35 PM.Midday Rural News for 5 November 2025 Audio

12:27 PM.The Black Caps begin a full tour of T20s, one-dayers and test matches against the West Indies at Eden Park tonight and with spring still in full swing captain Mitchell Santner says they're expecting… Read more Audio

12:20 PM.Midday Business News for 5 November 2025 Audio

12:15 PM.New research shows vaping is the likely reason for increasing smoking rates in Maori and Pacifica teens despite claims e-cigarettes help people quit. Otago University Associate professor Andrew Waa… Read more Audio

12:10 PM.Unemployment edged up to a near nine-year high as businesses halted hiring, but slack in the jobs market increased, and wage growth slowed further. Gyles Beckford spoke to Charlotte Cook. Audio