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Wednesday, 14 March 2018
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Rex Tillerson, Donald Trump showdown inevitable – Jon Sopel
US Secretary of State Rex Tillerson and Donald Trump never liked each other or agreed, but the way he was fired (by tweet) was the kind of 'casual brutality' that shocked even those with… Read more Video, Audio
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No heads to roll over Labour camp sexual assaults
14 Mar 2018Labour has launched a review and suspended all Young Labour events for the time being, and when re-instated the party will ensure a senior party member is present and they will be alcohol-free. Video, Audio
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Checkpoint with John Campbell, Wednesday March 14
14 Mar 2018Watch Wednesday's full show here. Video
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Tuesday, 13 March 2018
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Sharp Blacks prepare to unsheath knives at world championships
13 Mar 2018The Sharp Blacks' team of six butchers will have three and a quater hours to break down a side of beef, pork, a whole lamb and five chickens into a themed display. Audio
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Food safety concerns after cleaners made redundant at Auckland Meat Processors
A third of the cleaning workforce at one of the country's biggest meat processing plants is being made redundant. Their union says the cleaners won't be able to clean it to a hygienic standard. Video, Audio
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Teenager held in police cell for six nights because of lack of space
Nelson lawyer John Sandston is furious his 15 year-old client was held in a police cell for six nights because there was nowhere else to put him. Audio
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Police move to reassure sexual assault victims
13 Mar 2018Police say people should have confidence any sexual assault allegation will be fully investigated and victims given any help available. Audio
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Labour contacted over another sexual assault claim
13 Mar 2018Labour Party's General Secretary Andrew Kirton says he was contacted today by someone who says they were a victim of sexual assault at a party event in the last 10 years. He spoke with Political… Read more Audio
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Kiwi vegans looking for a tick of approval
Vegans and vegetarians are teaming up to launch a vegan seal of approval because they're fed up having to check manufacture labels. Video, Audio
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Joseph Parker ready for the fight of his life
13 Mar 2018Joseph Parker is training in Las Vegas ahead of his fight with Anthony Joshua, who is overwhelmingly the favourite. But the New Zealand Samoan boxer tells John Campbell he's the underdog and he's got… Read more Video, Audio
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Hamilton mayor wants council's name changed to Kirikiriroa
13 Mar 2018Hamilton locals are divided over whether their council should be renamed Kirikiriroa City Council in recognition of its Māori heritage, but the decision will come down to councillors. John Boynton… Read more Video, Audio
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Checkpoint weather: 13 March 2018
13 Mar 2018Today's weather forecast with MetService meteorologist Angus Hines. Video, Audio
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Checkpoint is RNZ's drive-time news and current affairs programme, tackling the national and international stories of the day.
The show airs weekdays fro4-6pm and is hosted by Lisa Owen.
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