Checkpoint

News from the Waatea team. Audio

An Italian equivalent of Ken Ring is causing panic in Rome. Audio

The Governor of the Reserve Bank says the housing market is recovering but he isn't expecting a surge in prices. Audio

The US Secretary of State Hillary Clinton has labelled China's human rights record deplorable. Audio

The Ngapuhi man who announced today he's moved the bones of Hone Heke says he'll now consult the iwi about a permanent resting place for the famous chief. Audio

The Government is planning to increase the number of speed cameras and give speeding drivers demerit points instead of fines, in a new plan to help lower the road toll. Audio

An update from the team at RNZ Sport. Audio

Christchurch police have arrested six people, accusing them of stealing about 200-thousand dollars worth of hair care products, clothing and electronics. Audio

News from the business sector including a market report. Audio

The Commander of the central police district Superintendent Russell Gibson is defending Peter Govers. Audio

The Government stands accused of granting, only begrudging and inadequate compensation to two innocent men who spent more than nine months in jail. Audio

With us is our political editor Brent Edwards. Audio