Checkpoint

David Bain has formally lodged a claim for compensation from the Government for wrongful conviction and imprisonment. Audio

The debt crisis in Europe has entered a new phase with the downgrading of Portugal's credit rating. Audio

An update from the RNZ sports team. Audio

The sister of a man who disappeared more than three years ago, wept today, after a district court judge revealed the name of the man accused of murdering her brother. Audio

News from the business sector. Audio

The Fire Service says big organisations are finding ways to avoid paying the annual fire service levy, leaving homeowners burdened with much of the bill. Audio

A deaf Christchurch woman who defrauded three other deaf people of more than 100 thousand dollars will spend the next 18 months behind bars. Audio

Victoria's chief commissioner of police says about one hundred officers are being investigated for their role in distributing a series of offensive emails. Audio

The Government says public sector restructuring in which up to 55 jobs will be axed is aimed at improving services - not just saving money Audio

Biosecurity officials say it's too late to eradicate a ladybird-like beetle that could cost the horticulture industry millions of dollars. Audio

A defence inquiry in Sydney has today heard evidence of drug abuse, public sex acts, and inappropriate relationships among crew members on board an Australian navy ship. Audio

The economy has grown at its fastest pace in two-and-a-half years, helped by a rebound in manufacturing. Audio