Midday Report for Wednesday 21 June 2017

12:35 PM.News from the rural and farming sectors. Audio

12:26 PM.The Chiefs' coach has confidence in the All Blacks ahead of the first Lions test. Audio

12:25 PM.For the latest from the markets we're joined by Mark Fowler at Hobson Wealth Partners. Audio

12:25 PM.Two of Rakon's top executives have taken double-digit pay cuts in the past year. A Commerce Commission study shows most reductions to Chorus' wholesale broadband prices have been passed on to… Read more Audio

12:23 PM.The country's oldest winery, Mission Estate, says its purchase of Ngatarawa Wines will give it diversity in the local market and help it grow exports. Audio

12:20 PM.The growth of inland ports is the next big goal for Port of Tauranga after hitting a record one millionth container, a first for any New Zealand Port. Audio

12:19 PM.The Christchurch-based retailer, Smiths City, has reported a lower full-year profit - amid a tough trading environment - and one-off gains in the previous year. Audio

12:17 PM.The country's biggest listed tourism company expects to make a much bigger profit this year on the back of record numbers of tourists and a recent acquisition. Audio

12:00 PM.The police reassess new information in regard to National MP Todd Barclay. District Health Boards criticise the Ministry of Health's leadership. Audio