Checkpoint

Christchurch City Council has promised to look into the growing number of fast food outlets cropping up in the suburb of Linwood, after the community presented it with a petition. Video, Audio

More than 21,000 people have made a submission on Labour MP Maryan Street's controversial petition on a person's right to end their life. Health committee chairperson Simon O'Connor joins Checkpoint.

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

Ngapuhi leader Raniera Sonny Tau has been sentenced to community detention and fined $24,500 for shooting five kereru and then trying to cover up his role. Video, Audio

Former All Black winger, Fiji born Joeli Vidiri, was torn over who to support while watching the sevens quater final unfold this morning. Video, Audio

Fiji will make history tomorrow if it beats Japan in the sevens semi-final, but whether they win or lose, the country will walk away with its first Olympic medal. Video, Audio

Westpac is being urged to reconsider its proposal to close its Raglan branch, the last stand alone bank in the town. Video, Audio

Westpac is considering closing branches in 19 town centres, raising concerns among community leaders that businesses, the elderly and tourism could be affected. Video, Audio

First Union is calling on Westpac to abandon its proposal to close up to 19 branches in small communities throughout New Zealand. Video, Audio

Watch Thursday's full programme here.  It begins soon. Video