Business News for 24 April 2026.

The latest news in the Tongan language(Lea Faka-Tonga) - brought to you by our partner - Pacific Media Network.

This weekend sees the first events at Christchurch's new and long-awaited stadium. Tom Newfield, owner of Earl restaurant which is a near-neighbour of the new stadium spoke to John Campbell.

The latest news in Samoan language (Gagana Samoa).

Israeli and Lebanese officials are meeting for another round of talks in Washington today. Associated Press journalist Kareem Chehayeb spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss from Beirut.

News from the rural farming sector.

On todays First Up pod: We find out about the Fresh Meat arm wrestling club, Barry Gamble reminds us about the heroism of Wing Commander James Fraser Barron and the Minister of Fruit & Vedge talks all things fruit! First Up - the voice of the Nathan!

An update on what's happening in the sports world with Nathan Rarere.

Residents whose homes may be impacted by the construction of the Auckland to Botany rapid transit project want more detail about the plans. Erin Johnson reports.

Catch up with the latest headlines from around the world with RNZ's Alice Wilkins.