Checkpoint

The government has released a proposal to "modernise New Zealand's conservation management system." The aim it said is to cut red tape, maximise benefits from commercial activity on public… Read more Audio

The vibes in Auckland are bit more wet wet wet, than Coldplay, for the band's second concert at Eden Park tonight. It's been pelting down all day, but the gigs a sell out. The British pop-rock band is… Read more Audio

Cathedral Cove, the Tongariro Alpine Crossing, Franz Josef Glacier, Milford Sound, and Mount Cook National Park. All well-known tourist hotspots that everyone, including New Zealanders, could have to… Read more Audio

Supporters joined on foot and horseback flooding the streets and temporarily closing Fenton Street. Waiata and haka were performed throughout the hikoi as it made its way to Te Puia. As Taiha Molyneux… Read more Audio

Sports reporter Jamie Wall spoke to Lisa Owen about the All Black team being named this morning and a bit of drama in the French team. Audio

A team of scientists in Auckland and Germany have created a 3D computer model of the inside of the nasal cavity and part of the cranial cavity, basically the cubbyhole where your brain is. It's hoped… Read more Audio

Canada correspondent Ashleigh Stewart spoke to Lisa Owen about re-election of Donald Trump looking to have serious ramifications on Canada - specifically on immigration, Canada just confirming it's… Read more Audio

Ready or not, the Christmas party season is fast approaching and the work knees up is often where you find out who's naughty and who is nice. But no one wants the hangover of an HR investigation so… Read more Audio

Australia correspondent Peter Ryan spoke to Lisa Owen about the new chief executive of the telco giant Optus vowing to weed out and sack staff who breach ethical and legal standards. Stephen Rue takes… Read more Audio

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

A rainbow community advocacy group said New Zealand is missing out on a growing visitor market by not actively rolling out the welcome mat to LGBT-plus travellers. Currently, Tourism New Zealand isn't… Read more Audio

The scrap is in the same city as three separate groups - each with their own bid to join the competition. Sports reporter Jonty Dine spoke to Lisa Owen. Audio