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Checkpoint with Lisa Owen is RNZ’s weekday drive-time news programme, Our people, stories and breaking news and interviews from 4-6pm.
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Thursday, 14 April 2016
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Police investigating dog attack in Tokoroa
Police are investigating yet another dog attack - this one in Tokoroa has left a 16-year old boy with serious chest, arm and leg injuries. Audio
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Labour wants urgency on Mossack Fonseca OIO case
It's been revealed that the law firm at the centre of the Panama Papers is involved in an overseas investment land application here in New Zealand. Audio
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Climatic conditions cause catastrophic cauliflower costs
Fans of the humble cauliflower have been wincing at high prices for the vegetable for months - but why? Howe Young joins Checkpoint. Audio
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Auckland man in shock as half of apartment set for removal
An Auckland man says he's in shock after discovering one half of his ex-state duplex flat in Remuera is about to be removed. Audio
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McCaw joins prestigious group
Richie McCaw officially joined an elite group of New Zealanders today, accepting his appointment to the Order of New Zealand - the highest honour there is. Video, Audio
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60 minutes crew could still face jail time in Lebanon
A judge in Lebanon has urged an Australian mother, who travelled to Beirut with a television crew in an attempt to get her children back, to reach a custody agreement with her estranged husband. Audio
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35 year Cavalier Carpets veteran loses job
Cavalier carpet workers in Whanganui have been meeting with their employer and their union today, in an attempt to understand what's happening to them. Video, Audio
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Suzie Bates - the best female cricketer in the world
White Ferns Captain Suzie Bates, along with Black Cap Kane Williamson, has been named the world's best cricketer. She joins Checkpoint. Video, Audio
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Evening Business for 14 April 2016
News from the business sector including a market report. Audio
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Deputy PM will not apologise for comments
After labelling New Zealanders hiring off benefits for farm work as "pretty damned useless", deputy Prime Minister Bill English remains unapologetic about his comment. Audio
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Government questioned over vessels going up for sale
Defence Minister Gerry Brownlee says the government is looking for a buyer, and would most likely sell them, because they can't handle the big seas beyond New Zealand's 12 mile limit. Audio
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Banning dogs won't work - SPCA
Banning particular 'dangerous' breeds of dogs will not help reduce the number of attacks, says Auckland SPCA CEO Andrea Midgeon 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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