Checkpoint

The electricity generator and retailer Meridian has fired off some stiff criticism at the Abbott Government in Australia. Audio

The shrine in Bangkok which was hit by a deadly explosion has reopened to the public as authorities continue to hunt for a suspect caught on CCTV. Audio

The latest now on China's share market which has dropped again today. Audio

The Finance Minister has told Parliament any government agency or State-Owned-Enterprise with assets surplus to requirements, should sell them off. Audio

Armed fugitives are still on the run in the central North Island tonight, after a police chase and shootout early today. Audio

Fletcher Building's share price has risen 3 percent, despite a fall in its annual profit. Audio

The Earthquake Commission will need to re-check thousands of Canterbury homes to see if work to fix un-even floors has been done properly. Audio

The lure of Olympic gold is all Sonny Bill Williams needed to join the New Zealand's sevens squad. Audio

Dairy farmers aren't popping the champagne corks yet with the news that international prices for dairy have started to rebound. Audio

Earlier the Kohu family said they feared Dolphy Kohu will end up dead. Audio

The police chase began near Whanganui at half past two and ended with shots being fired at officers and a patrol car being stolen. Audio

RNZ's reporter Alex Ashton has been at the police news conference in Palmerston North. Audio