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Friday, 17 February 2017
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Veteran BBC reporter describes Trump's bizarre first solo news conference
Jon Sopel was personally attacked by US President Donald Trump when he tried to ask a question at a press conference Video, Audio
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Evening Business for Friday 17 February
News from the business sector, including a market report. Auckland Airport is feeling the benefits of strong tourism and migration. Video, Audio
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Analysts warn caution needed despite a rev-up in retail sales
Retail sales rose in the three months to December but analysts say a slowing housing market, and rising fuel prices and interest rates could curb spending. Audio
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Dan Carter says drink driving was 'massive error of judgement'
Former All Black Dan Carter has said on that there are "no excuses" for drink driving, while saying he feels he has let down his club, fans and family. Video, Audio
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Indian student deported as remaining eight given lifeline
17 Feb 2017Eight of the nine Indian students trying to stay in New Zealand have been told if they leave voluntarily they can reapply for a student visa, but one who was arrested has already left. Video, Audio
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Police joining investigation into Port Hills fire
17 Feb 2017The team of investigators looking into the fire have asked the police to get involved because of the seriousness of the blaze, and the potential that its cause could be suspicious. Audio
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"Typical Gerry Brownlee" - Christchurch locals
17 Feb 2017Many Christchurch locals are angry at Gerry Brownlee for criticising Civil Defence's response to the fire while the fire is still burning. Audio
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Port Hills homeowners frustrated by 'poor communication'
17 Feb 2017Worsley Road resident Jack Palovski has no idea when he will be allowed to return to his home, and says his neighbour Miranda Newbury was told by Civil Defence that her house had burnt down when it… Read more Video, Audio
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Firefighters called away from Port Hills blaze
17 Feb 2017The Professional Firefighters' Union says firefighters were called away from the job on Monday night while a fire on the Port Hills grew. The union's secretary wants an independent inquiry. Audio
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RNZ Checkpoint with John Campbell, Friday 17 February 2017
17 Feb 2017RNZ Checkpoint with John Campbell, Friday 17 February 2017. Video
Coming up
Thursday, 16 February 2017
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Thousands offer to pet-sit Port Hill evacuees
16 Feb 2017In less than a day thousands of people have offered assistance to people staying in hotels and other temporary accommodation who can't look after their pets due to the Port Hills fire. Audio
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Pedal power for new Team NZ boat
16 Feb 2017The team hopes the use of pedals to power hydraulics will provide more power to the boat's control systems. 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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