Checkpoint

The Court of Appeal is considering whether a documentary about provocation which aired at the same time as the Clayton Weatherson murder trial could mean he didn't get a fair hearing. Audio

The Prime Minister is insisting the receivers of the Pike River coal mine can afford to pay, and must pay their own legal costs to attend the Royal Commission inquiring into the tragedy. Audio

PM says no to appeal for Pike River legal aid, Clayton Weatherston appeals his conviction, Louisa Wall replaces Darren Hughes, and Government defends Te Waka Maori decision. Audio

The Labour caucus has brought a former senior party whip back into the role, following the resignation of Darren Hughes from Parliament. Audio

Hundreds of camper vans are now ready for the earthquake displaced residents of Christchurch, but the demand for what is cramped and slightly claustrophobic accommodation is yet to be proven. Audio

News from the Waatea team. Audio

School principals say Christchurch parents need to get their children back to class. Audio

The Prime Minister says he'd welcome a snap election, if the Labour Party wants to go to the polls over South Canterbury Finance. Audio

It was the first day of the Pike River coal mine disaster inquiry, and already a major funding obstacle is in the way. Audio

An update from the team at RNZ Sport. Audio

Volcanologists are recording rarely seen activity at Mount Ruapehu. Audio

A volcano has been rediscovered under a central Auckland suburb, surprising scientists who thought they already knew where all of the region's volcanoes were. Audio