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Thursday, 10 November 2016
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Improvement in Canterbury swimming spots
Some popular Canterbury swimming spots are cleaner than a year ago - but people will need to travel to find them. Audio
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Trump added to RBNZ's risk watch-list as it cuts interest rates
The Reserve Bank is denying that Donald Trump's election is behind today's cash rate cut - but admits Mr Trump's economic plan carries risk. Audio
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Who is Melania Trump
10 Nov 2016Melania Trump, a former Slovenian model, is to become the United States' next first lady. So who is she? Video, Audio
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Anti-Trump Americans eye up NZ
10 Nov 2016Americans, unhappy with their new president, are already talking about moving to the other side of the world. Visits to NZ's immigration website were up 2500% today. Audio
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Gary Hufbauer reflects on Trump's economic mindset
There's no reason the TPP cannot go forward without the United States, trade and investment expert Gary Hufbauer says. Audio
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NZ Cricket admits it's shown little respect for women's game
10 Nov 2016A damning new report into women's cricket has forced the sport's governing body to admit it neglects the women's game. Audio
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DHBs seek an urgent injunction to stop junior doctors' strike
District health boards are seeking an urgent injunction in a bid to stop the next junior doctors' strike, which junior doctors say is a sign of desperation. Audio
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Tram driver arrested after derailment that left seven people dead
A 42-year-old tram driver in South London has been charged with manslaughter, after a derailment which killed at least seven people, and injured 50. Video, Audio
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New guidelines pave the way for faster roads
The government is considering raising the speed limit on some roads to 110 kilometres an hour, and is opening the idea up to public feedback. Video, Audio
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Hibiscus Coast couple win $44m prize
10 Nov 2016A couple from the Hibiscus Coast have claimed Lotto's record breaking $44 million prize, and plan to buy a house with their winnings. Audio
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Evening business for 10 November 2016
10 Nov 2016News from the business sector, including a market report. Video, Audio
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TPP likely first casualty of Trump's victory as NZ ponders US relationship
The Trans Pacific Partnership looks increasingly unlikely to come to fruition, due to Donald Trump's opposition to the deal. Audio
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About this programme
Checkpoint is RNZ's drive-time news and current affairs programme, tackling the national and international stories of the day.
The show airs weekdays fro4-6pm and is hosted by Lisa Owen.
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