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Checkpoint for Tuesday 4 October 2022
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Solomons' Foreign Minister admits hesitation in joining US deal
6:07 PM.Solomon Islands' Foreign Minister has admitted the country almost didn't sign up to a declaration with the United States because it included indirect references to China. The statement was released… Read more Audio
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Dog owners adapt as some plastic poo bags phased out
5:54 PM.The new rules around plastic are having an effect on dog owners and their pets' business. The phase-out of single-use plastics means certain dog poop bags are no longer available. Sustainable options… Read more Video, Audio
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NZ golfer Ryan Fox reflects on struggles behind scenes of biggest career win
5:49 PM.'Very special.. and something I'll never forget'. New Zealand golfer Ryan Fox is reflecting on the biggest win of his career, and one that's seen him scale the rankings to 25th in the world. Read more Audio
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Foodstuffs recalls Pams frozen berries over possible Hep A link
5:41 PM.Foodstuffs has recalled various brands of Pams frozen berry products because of a possible link to Hepatitis A. They are currently being removed from New World, Pak n Save and Four Square stores… Read more Audio
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Evening business for 4/10/2022
5:35 PM.News from the business sector, including a market report. [embed] https://players.brightcove.net/6093072280001/default_default/index.html?videoId=6313217998112 Video, Audio
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Major concern at sudden news of Auckland rail cancellations
5:26 PM.There's shock and concern among commuters and businesses in parts of Auckland that will be sidetracked when several train routes are temporarily closed from 2023. A major rebuild on foundations… Read more Audio
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Jordie Barrett signs with NZ Rugby until end of 2025
5:23 PM.It's going to be a few more years before All Blacks fans have to worry about one of the team's key players leaving New Zealand shores. The youngest of the three Barrett brothers in the team, Jordie… Read more Video, Audio
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Auckland Airport sorry after passengers wait overnight in cold
5:16 PM.Auckland Airport says it's "very sorry" for leaving more than 100 passengers waiting in a cold corridor on Sunday. But the airport and aviation security say they were left in the dark about Air New… Read more Audio
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Funding for more GPs just in nick of time - sector
5:13 PM.GPs say money to help increase the number of new community doctors is coming just in the nick of time. The government has announced a boost to the pay of trainee and junior GPs, plus support for the… Read more Audio
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Personal data exposed in health network hack
5:07 PM.Cyber criminals have breached the IT system of a health provider with 450,000 patients. Pinnacle's Midland Health network was hacked last Wednesday, affecting regional offices and GP practices across… Read more Video, Audio