Checkpoint

Philippine Ambassador Jesus Domingo says he's appalled a Filipino woman was turned away from Krispy Kreme's official opening because she's not a New Zealander. Video, Audio

New Zealand rugby boss Steve Tew says potential future All Blacks as young as 15 are being plundered by overseas clubs. Video, Audio

The 56-year-old farmer from Dipton has officially signed off with a final emotional speech in Parliament where he spoke about his 27 year-career. Video, Audio

The latest weather forecast with Metservice Meterologist John Law. Video, Audio

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

Residents of the remote eastern Taranaki settlement of Matau have been without power for about 10 days and phone services have been down too. Audio

Colin Mitchell abducted a woman and assaulted her at a West Auckland quarry. He bowed his head and clamped his eyes closed as he was found guilty today. Edward Gay has the details. Video, Audio

EQC's Chief Customer Officer Trish Keith says EQC is not taking legal action against Fletchers, but says she's "not prepared" to talk about the company beyond that. Video, Audio

Christchurch homeowners who discovered faulty repairs on the houses they bought are heading to court in what lawyer Andrew Hooker describes as a David and Goliath battle that must be fought. Read more Audio

Watch Thursday's full programme here. Video

The iconic 'Tidy Kiwi' anti-litter campaign of the 1970s and 80s is making a comeback to help kids tackle New Zealand's soaring amount of waste. Read more Video, Audio