Checkpoint

The opening salvos have been taking place in what promises to be a major European battle over faith. Audio

Iran's defying international pressure to halt its nuclear programme by announcing it will build 10 more uranium enrichment plants. Audio

The Christchurch City Council has joined criticism of the government over its cuts to adult and community education. Audio

An update from the RNZ sports team. Audio

A study by NASA scientists says there's compelling new evidence that ancient microbial life could have existed on Mars. Audio

News from the business sector. Audio

Entrepreneurial immigrants who create three full-time jobs and invest half a million dollars into their businesses can now get New Zealand residency faster. Audio

When confronted with the horrors of the Holocaust most people's reaction would surely be to run the other way. Audio

In Australia the Federal opposition leadership battle is a step closer to being resolved as Malcolm Turnbull continues to fight for his political life. Audio

Cherie McQuilkin has been gauging reaction to the report. Audio

The 2025 Taskforce has recommended the Government slash spending and tax rates as part of a policy package to close the income gap with Australia. Audio

A union representing bus drivers says it should have been consulted over the removal of free travel for passengers in Auckland and Wellington on Christmas day. Audio