Midday Report Podcast
1) Midday Report Essentials for Friday 19 December 2025
We all know there is a prevalence of swearing associated with sports. But now a study led by Dr Richard Stephens from Keele University in the UK says it now understands why; Whitney Hansen will take c...Show More
2) Study finds why people swear more when playing sports
We all know there is a prevalence of swearing associated with sports. But now a study led by Dr Richard Stephens from Keele University in the UK says it now understands why. Dr Stephens spoke to Laure...Show More
3) Midday Sports News for 19 December 2025
NZ Cricket chief executive Scott Weenink has resigned after a falling out with the organisation's board.
4) Whitney Hansen announced as Black Ferns head coach
Whitney Hansen will take charge of the Black Ferns on a two-year deal after the six-time world champions came up short at this year's global showpiece. Hansen spoke to Lauren Crimp.
5) Government to provide more support in fight against hornets
The government has put more support into eradicating the yellow-legged hornets found on Auckland's North Shore. Biosecurity New Zealand Commissioner North Mike Inglis spoke to Lauren Crimp.
6) Midday Report Essentials for Wednesday 17 December 2025
The Crown is returning more than 3,000 hectares of land to Maori in the top of the South Island - ending what's thought to be the country's longest running property dispute; Wellington's regional coun...Show More
7) Cherry-pit-spit Nationals take place in Cromwell
The cherry-pit-spit nationals take place in Cromwell on December 28th. Organiser, Anthea Lawrence spoke to Lauren Crimp.
8) Funerals for victims of Bondi terror attack begin
The funerals of the victims of Sunday's terrorist attack have begun. RNZ reporter Charlotte Cook is in Sydney and spoke to Lauren Crimp.
9) Midday Rural News
An update on the latest news from RNZ's rural team.
10) Midday Sports News for 17 December 2025
An update on the latest news and results from RNZ's sports team.