Midday Report for Friday 13 October 2017

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

12:26 PM.The New Zealand driver Brendan Hartley is reportedly in contention to drive the US Formula One Grand Prix next week. Audio

12:25 PM.The founder of The Warehouse is taking a year off from the board to focus on other commitments, including preperations for the next America's Cup. Audio

12:25 PM.Tauranga based-power company TrustPower is forecasting a lift in its full year operating earnings by as much as 30 million dollars to between 255 million and 270 million dollars. Audio

12:23 PM.For the latest from the markets we're joined by Andrew Cathie at Craigs Investment Partners. Audio

12:18 PM.Activity in the manufacturing sector remains steady -- but the sector expects to hire fewer people. Audio

12:17 PM.The Auckland casino operator, SkyCity Entertainment has bought an 85 percent stake in a central city office block from the property investor, NPT, for 47 million dollars. Audio

12:00 PM.A man who ripped off his friends for millions has been sent to prison. Challenging immigration detentions in Australia could cost thousands. Audio