Checkpoint

News from the business sector. Audio

The New Zealand Medical Association says the decision to move some of Auckland's community laboratory services back to the original provider is a step in the right direction. Audio

Retail sales for August rose by the biggest percentage in nearly two years in another sign the economy is getting back on its feet. Audio

The Maori Party is crying foul over the Government's backing of a Television New Zealand bid for free-to-air broadcasting rights to the Rugby World Cup. Audio

The family of Aisling Symes say words cannot describe how much the little girl will be missed. Audio

The Government has hit back at suggestions it's misrepresenting the financial state of the Accident Compensation Corporation, accusing the Labour Party of mistrust and mismanagement. Audio

The police in Nelson are warning sponsors of a motorcycle charity run not to support the event because it's a cover for gang-related activity. Audio

There's speculation Australia's Prime Minister personally intervened to prevent a boatload of Sri Lankan asylum seekers from entering Australian waters. Audio

News from the Waatea team. Audio

The Independent Police Conduct Authority has recommended the police change their pursuit policy, after reviewing dozens of car chases dating back years. Audio

New Zealand on Air says it is dismayed that the Prime Minister has accused it of leaking information about Melissa Lee. Audio

NZBus has offered to lift the lock out notice in the Auckland bus drivers' dispute, from Thursday morning. Audio