Midday Report for Wednesday 2 November 2022

12:45 PM.Travel's being disrupted by flooding on the West Coast;

Waka Kotahi said motorists travelling along state highway six between Hokitika and Haast should take extra care and be prepared for unexpected… Read more Audio

12:43 PM.Ben Bell will become the country's youngest mayor.

The 23-year-old has ousted six-term mayor Tracy Hicks by just eight votes, after a judge dismissed his bid for a recount.

He spoke to Michael… Read more Audio

12:27 PM.The Black Caps are backing struggling skipper Kane Williamson. Read more Audio

12:20 PM.Unemployment is still near record lows, and more financial pressure lies ahead for homeowners. Read more Audio

12:17 PM.A new government report confirms poorer, coastal and low-lying riverside communities will not be able to pay to protect themselves from the effects of climate change. 

It identifies 44 lower-income… Read more Audio

12:15 PM.The Reserve Bank says the country's financial system remains sound, but the tight labour market has economists worried. 

The central bank warned some households and businesses will come under… Read more Audio