Checkpoint for Thursday 25 October 2018
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PM says fuel tax decision should be no surprise
6:24 PM.The Prime Minister says she's always been clear she did not want a regional fuel tax anywhere other than Auckland, a view she's also made clear to relevant ministers. Audio
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NZ-led Pacific free trade deal faces criticism
6:20 PM.As New Zealand hails its ratification of a long-awaited Pacific trade agreement, there's claims that Pacific countries are set to lose out financially. Audio
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Auckland councillor warns Lime e-scooters will 'kill'
6:16 PM.Auckland councillor Christine Fletcher says it's only a matter of time before someone is killed due to new Lime e-scooters which are now roaming the streets in Auckland and Christchurch. She's pleased… Read more Video, Audio
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Beyond the Beehive: Tertiary Education
6:12 PM.One of Labour's flagship policies was giving university students and trainees free-fees this year, but many questioned whether they would treat study seriously if they didn't have to pay for it. Max… Read more Video, Audio
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PM reflects on a coalition government one year on
6:08 PM.Jacinda Ardern says demoting ministers Clare Curran and Meka Whaitiri has been one of her biggest challenges in her first year in Government. The Prime Minister and Deputy Leader Winston Peters sat… Read more Video, Audio
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Seal 'stalking' rowers on Auckland's Waitemata Harbour
5:55 PM.Auckland rowers have had some unexpected company while out on the Waitemata Harbour - a leopard seal has been "stalking them". Reporter Sarah Robson and visual journalist Dan Cook went out at the… Read more Video, Audio
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Waiwera pool operators kicked-out by landowners
5:51 PM.Waiwera Thermal Resort, enjoyed by Aucklanders for generations, faces an uncertain future after the landowners kicked-out the current operators and changed the locks. Audio
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National MP reflects on own party when discussing harassment
5:48 PM.National MP in charge of workplace relations and safety, Scott Simpson, says the conduct within his party shows no work environment is safe from bullying and harassment. Audio
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Duke and Duchess of Sussex arrive in Tonga
5:41 PM.The Duke and Duchess of Sussex have touched down in Tonga, where they will meet King Tupou and Prime Minister 'Akilisi Pōhiva. Mary Fonua is the Managing Editor of Matangi Tonga and has been following… Read more Video, Audio
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Evening business for 25 October 2018
5:34 PM.News from the business sector, including a market report. Video, Audio
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Lime e-scooters: Genius idea or public nuisance?
5:28 PM.Hundreds of electric scooters have hit the streets of Auckland and Christchurch - but some pedestrians and motorists say they're a menace and it's only a matter of time before someone gets seriously… Read more Video, Audio
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Colin Craig doesn't 'rule out' return to politics
5:19 PM.Former Conservative Party leader Colin Craig won't rule out a return to politics after the High Court found Whale Oil blogger Cameron Slater defamed him. The judge also said Craig sexually harassed… Read more Video, Audio
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Hamish Carter resigns from HPSNZ following leak
5:12 PM.Kiwi triathlete Hamish Carter has resigned from his position at High Performance Sport New Zealand after leaking confidential documents to former national track sprint coach Anthony Peden. Sports… Read more Video, Audio
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RNZ Checkpoint for Thursday, 25 October 2018
5:00 PM.Watch Thursday's full show here. Video
