Checkpoint

The chief building officer for Wellington City Council is Richard Toner. Audio

Scores of engineers and contractors are out checking the safety of buildings shut down by yesterday's 6 point 5 earthquake. Audio

Thousands of workers stay home as engineers assess the safety of quake hit offices and apartments. John Key says Wellington has come through earthquake well and Peter Dunne gives the Government his… Read more Audio

The Kohanga movement has confirmed its chief executive isn't returning to her post; An Auckland tribal trust has started actioning orders made by the High Court; A National Library oral Maori… Read more Audio

Before Parliament went into its two-week recess the Labour Party leader, David Shearer, faced criticism over his handling of the party's proposal to allow only women candidates in some seats. Audio

An update from the team at RNZ Sport. Audio

News from the business sector including a market report. Audio

The notorious Mexican drug lord arrested this week is being described as a brutal and sadistic leader who killed and tortured hundreds of people. Audio

An Auckland lawyer accused of smuggling contraband to convicted murderer, Liam Reid, has been giving evidence in her defence. Audio

Forest Industry Contractors Association's chief executive, John Stulen. Audio

Within hours of another death of a forestry worker, critics have poured cold water over the Government's attempt to make the industry safer. Audio

A family-run power company launched today in Dunedin is being hailed as a way to bring down the city's electricity prices. Audio