Midday Report Essentials for Thursday 25 July 2024

On today's episode, Maori survivors of abuse in state care want immediate action addressing the systemic failings which lead to ongoing abuse and discrimination of the most vulnerable, the Law Commission wants to significantly reform laws that deal with high-risk criminal offenders, an $800 million upgrade has been announced for lower North Island trains, and the Asthma and Respiratory Foundation are calling for tougher standards on cold and damp rentals properties to improve health and cut hospitalisations.