Checkpoint

Auckland correspondent Todd Niall looks at the amalgamation of Auckland's eight local bodies into one super city and how it will change the power dynamics between the region and the Government. Audio

An update from the team at RNZ Sport. Audio

This weekend a top of the table clash in the Rugby Provincial Championship, could give Tana Umaga the chance to lift the Ranfurly Shield for the first time. Audio

News from the business sector including a market report. Audio

An Australian study has found that nearly 2 and half percent of teenagers are experimenting with anabolic steroids. Audio

After just missing out on the A-League final last season, the Phoenix will ride a football World Cup-generated wave of support in Wellington when they start the season by playing Gold Coast United… Read more Audio

The Council of Trade Unions has launched a name and shame campaign, targeting businesses it says have unfairly dismissed people under the 90-day trial period. Audio

It could be either the best thing since sliced bread, or the sandwich in a can could be heading straight for the bin. Audio

News from the Waatea team. Audio

A new group representing indigenous people in Australia wants to push for specific Aboriginal seats in the Parliament, similar to the Maori seats in New Zealand. Audio

An architect with more than 40 years experience says builders are not to blame for the leaky homes problem, and is instead pointing the finger at the Building Research Association. Audio

An insult-laden feud between North Shore City mayor Andrew Williams and a blogger is back on again after a late night exchange on the Internet. Audio