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Midday Report for Friday 10 April 2015
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Midday News for 10 April 2015
12:00 PM.A top rugby player's decision to retire because of the concussion he's suffered has been praised by New Zealand Rugby, which says it is trying to stamp out a macho culture in the sport. A South Island… Read more Audio
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Turners buys Greenwich Life's assets
12:17 PM.Turners is buying the assets of Greenwich Life as changes in regulations put the squeeze on smaller insurance companies. Audio
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Govt books back in the red
12:18 PM.The Finance Minister, Bill English, says low inflation is making it less likely the government will be able to achieve a surplus in its final accounts in October. Audio
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Kiwibank considers bond issue
12:19 PM.Kiwibank says it's considering raising 150 million dollars through a bond issue, to ensure it has enough cash to meet the Reserve Bank's new rules around capital requirements. Audio
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Shortage of accountants and book-keepers driving up wages
12:20 PM.A shortage of accounting professionals is driving up wages, as employers look for ways to retain qualified staff. Audio
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Young Germans enticed to NZ
12:21 PM.Tourism New Zealand is hoping an episode of Germany's Next Top Model filmed in New Zealand, that was watched by more than 2 point 5 million Germans last night, will prompt more of them to holiday… Read more Audio
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Midday Markets for 10 April 2015
12:25 PM.For the latest from the markets we're joined by Andrew Cathie at Craigs Investment Partners Audio
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Midday Sports News for 10 April 2015
12:26 PM.The All Blacks and Chiefs prop Ben Afeaki says making the decision to retire from rugby due to concussion fears is a weight off his shoulders. Audio
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