Checkpoint

A 37 year-old man has appeared in the Nelson District Court in relation to the death of a seven year old boy. Audio

Several National MPs have received postcards, which urge politicians and parties not to privatise public NZ assets. Audio

The National Party has accused the Government of a conflict of interest after it raised road user charges. Audio

An update from the team at RNZ Sport. Audio

Former Colombian presidential candidate, Ingrid Betancourt and 14 other hostages have been freed by Colombian troops. Audio

News from the business sector including a market report. Audio

National said it would scrap the fast forward fund when it was announced earlier in the year. Audio

Low income people struggling to buy food will be able to get twice as much money from emergency food grants. Audio

An academic specialising in South American politics says the rescue of 15 hostages is a major blow to the FARC rebel movement Audio

Emergency services and councils are bracing themselves for a mass protest by truck drivers. Audio

Drugs charges against six junior NZ Defence Force personnel serving in Afghanistan have been dismissed for technical reasons. Audio

Checkpoint Choice for 3 June 2008. Audio