Midday Report for Friday 19 November 2021

12:49 PM.Researchers say the recent loss of Antarctic ice is like a car going downhill, with no brakes.

A new study adds to evidence of a substantial global sea level rise, suggesting parts of the frozen… Read more Audio

12:45 PM.HEB Construction has confirmed it was notified by Ministry of Health last night of a weak positive result in a worker in Wellington. 

It says he is not symptomatic but is double vaccinated. Read more Audio

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

12:26 PM.Midday sports update with RNZ's Stephen Hewson Audio

12:20 PM.News from the business sector, including a market report. Audio

12:17 PM.Rents are soaring again - hitting record highs in Auckland and Wellington, and nationally as well.

The country's median weekly rent was $560 in October, a staggering $620 in Wellington, and $650 in… Read more Audio

12:14 PM.The government's putting $10 million towards the development of a vaccine to help prevent strep throat, and in turn, rheumatic fever and subsequent heart disease.

The University of Auckland will lead… Read more Audio

12:12 PM.Health professionals have told RNZ a suspected case of Covid-19 is being investigated in the Wellington region. 

And as the virus creeps South, health officials throughout the country are urging… Read more Audio

12:00 PM.Covid creeps South and we take a closer look at the companies hiding within government delegations at climate talks. Audio