Midday Report Essentials for 12 June 2024

On today's episode, Wellington City Council's Iona Pannett says the capital's large number of empty buildings is a problem with squatters, but it's difficult for the council to prosecute owners when they are unsafe; our reporter gives an update on Scott Watson's appeal to overturn his murder convictions; students at Auckland University are warned to be vigilant of symptoms after a meningococcal case at a hall of residence; and Trade Me figures show dropping property prices.