Checkpoint

North Korea is reported to be preparing to fire another short-range missile off its west coast either today or tomorrow. Audio

Two new bills have been introduced to Parliament strengthening the powers of the police and the courts to deal with illegal street racing. Audio

A West Coast timber mill could be sitting on a gold mine - and its owners are hoping it'll help them get through the recession and save jobs. Audio

Martinborough locals say young criminals targeting elderly people in their homes led to the creation of a vigilante group patrolling the town's streets. Audio

A ban on all medicines containing pseudoephedrine is one option being looked at in the Government's bid to crack down on the illegal drug methamphetamine. Audio

News from the Waatea team. Audio

As Australia's swine flu count continues to climb, health authorities are trying to track down two thousand cruise ship passengers who may have been exposed to the virus. Audio

The jury in the David Bain trial has heard evidence which contradicts the Crown's theory about shots fired at his sister, Laniet Bain. Audio

The Finance Minister Bill English says Thursday's Budget will strike the right balance between bringing debt under control and keeping the economy afloat. Audio

An update from the team at RNZ Sport. Audio

The Chief Executive of Housing New Zealand, Lesley McTurk, discusses a new policy restricting access to public housing for convicted or accused criminals. Audio

Housing New Zealand is defending a new policy restricting access to public housing for convicted or accused criminals. Audio