Checkpoint

British and US authorities say evidence suggests that a bomb is the likely cause of last weekend's crash of a Russian airliner over Egypt's Sinai peninsula. Audio

One of the country's largest farms, Lochinver Station, has been sold to New Zealand buyers. Audio

An update from the team at RNZ Sport. Audio

A New Zealand leader in the global search for drugs to cure cancer says it's unacceptable that the prices for new drugs are so sky high. Read more Audio

People living in Ashburton are fed up with out-of-towners dumping rubbish outside their homes and schools. Audio

New Zealand's biggest tramping group is warning tourists not to rely on what they've seen on virtual tours and photos, before heading out on the trail. Audio

The Minister responsible for spy agencies says he won't be drawn into a witch hunt over their failings. Audio

Ben Bosch Herkt was angry after being punched in the face during a drunken fight. Audio

The Social Housing Minister says too many people are turning down state houses for reasons such as the garage is too small, and that is locking out hundreds of others who need decent housing. Audio

Fuel retailer Z Energy's first-half net profit has more than tripled, driven by strong refining margins, improved retail margins and constrained expenses. Audio

David Warner is proving true to his word, the opening batsman sticking it to the Black Caps in the opening session of today's first test. Audio

New Zealand First's deputy leader, Ron Mark, is being accused of racism for telling an MP to go back home to Korea during a Parliamentary debate. Audio