Checkpoint

The visual effects industry is warning without bigger tax breaks for the film industry New Zealand will loose major opportunities and highly specialised workers. Weta FX is considering axing a hundred… Read more Audio

What food did Paddington Bear have with him when he arrived in England? Which teacher in Harry Potter can turn herself into a cat? A group of four bright young minds from Palmerston North are… Read more Audio

New World is denying allegations it's passing over workers who lost their jobs after a fire destroyed a flagship store in supermarket. 189 people employed at the Victoria Park supermarket get their… Read more Audio

The government had promised to push back on the 15% tariff on New Zealand exports to the United States. The White House revised a swathe of rates today, lifting New Zealand's tariff from 10 to 15%… Read more Audio

An injury stricken Warriors will try to shake off the cobwebs when they take on the Dolphins at home tonight.The game comes off the back of a disappointing loss to the Gold Coast Titans last week who… Read more Audio

Thousands of New Zealanders now have accounts on investment platforms like Sharesies worth more than $1 million. People have told RNZ the growth has been noticeable in recent years. Money… Read more Audio

Asia correspondent Adam Hancock spoke to Lisa Owen about US tarrifs in some Asian countries decreasing, while NZ was hit with a shock 5% increase. Audio

An advertisement from an Australian company that specialises in overseas travel for medical and cosmetic procedure has sparked some debate, reading "You look better bald ...said no-one ever". There… Read more Audio

Australia correspondent Nick Grimm spoke to Lisa Owen about Australia potentially finding itself in an awkward position as it seeks to promote trade opportunities with India as that country becomes… Read more Audio

News from the business sector, including a market report. Audio

Te Pati Maori said they have filed urgent proceedings in the High Court after allegations Maori have been removed or shifted off the Maori roll without their consent. A number of voters have posted… Read more Audio

Time is running out for athletes to take a once-in-a-lifetime gene test. World Athletics has introduced mandatory gender testing for all female athletes wishing to compete in the women's category in… Read more Audio