Midday Report for Friday 7 June 2013

12:35 PM.Beekeepers sustain continued heavy losses from varroa mite; scientists attempt to mitigate New Zealand dairy farm methane production; methane estimated at a third of local greehouse gas emissions… Read more Audio

12:26 PM.The All Blacks say they are expecting the unexpected from the French while coach Steve Hansen believes 'Les Bleus' will be more of a threat than many give them credit for. The two sides face-off for… Read more Audio

12:17 PM.Kiwirail's boss given his departure orders while PGG Wrightson's new boss takes stock of his new role, and the New Zealand dollar hovers around 80 US cents. Audio

12:00 PM.Two teenagers in court on assault charges over the death of school pupil, and research shows overcrowding is the 'missing link' in hospitalisation of children. Audio