Midday Report for Tuesday 10 November 2015

12:36 PM.News from the rural and farming sectors. Audio

12:26 PM.New Zealand's leading runner, Nick Willis, says the systemic doping in Russia revealed by a World Anti-Doping Agency investigation isn't a surprise. Audio

12:24 PM.For the latest from the markets we're joined by Angus Marks at First NZ Capital. Audio

12:23 PM.An analyst says the New Zealand sharemarket is starting to look expensive and some heat may come out of it in the short-term. Audio

12:22 PM.The software company which helps boards keep track of papers online, Diligent, has been hit by higher currency headwinds. Audio

12:20 PM.The share price of the honey and natural products producer, Comvita, has surged after it upgraded its full year profit forecast on the back of a strong first half result. Audio

12:19 PM.Meanwhile, the ANZ Bank's truckometer - which uses truck movements as a guide to the economy - is reflecting the recent rebound in business confidence and other indicators. Audio

12:17 PM.One of the country's biggest transport firms, Mainfreight, has reported a 2 percent fall in its first half profit as a lift in revenue was offset by a rise in its costs. Audio

12:00 PM.The riot squad moves in to quell unrest on Christmas Island and hospitality New Zealand offers advice on drink-driving. Audio