Checkpoint

It's been a scorching hot day across much of the country, with temperatures nudging 30 degrees in the Hutt Valley.

RNZ reporter Soumya Bhamidipati joins us with the latest from Avalon Park, where… Read more Video, Audio

Te Tai Tokerau tourism and hospitality businesses are reporting a quieter Auckland Anniversary weekend than most.

Two suspected Omicron cases in the region, connected to the Soundsplash music… Read more Audio

The National Party is 'back' - or at least that's the message Christopher Luxon delivered at the party's caucus retreat in Queenstown today.

MPs descended on the resort town this morning where they… Read more Video, Audio

A New Zealand woman was forced to care for her new-born in the NICU without any family support because her multiple attempts at securing an emergency MIQ room were rejected.

There are growing calls… Read more Audio

The GOAT in the boat has picked up yet another accolade, and confirmed she's not done yet.

Lisa Carrington has won the New Zealand Olympic Committee's top award - the Lonsdale Cup - for a third time.

Twizel's mayor and businesses are pleased the country's biggest rowing regatta is coming to town, but some locals are feeling a bit wary about it.

Rowing New Zealand's pinnacle event - the national… Read more Audio

Daily Covid cases have jumped sharply today - 105 new community cases recorded, with Omicron beginning to spread throughout the country.

The ultra infectious variant has ripped through the Australian… Read more Audio

Let's head to Kenepuru Sound in Marlborough now where farming has taken a nautical turn.

Since a storm caused significant damage to the roading network over six months ago farmers have become… Read more Audio

Our leading sport agency is encouraging people to think out of the box and keep active despite many major events being cancelled due to Covid restrictions.

Under the red traffic light settings… Read more Video, Audio

Cricket World Cup organisers are confident the tournament will go ahead, but have confirmed crowds will be limited.

Seven overseas teams are coming here for the event - due to start in early March… Read more Audio

As Covid cases rapidly climb, just how can you minimise the risk of catching it - specially when you might be mixing and mingling over the weekend?

University of Otago infectious diseases expert… Read more Video, Audio