Checkpoint

The Wellington Rugby Union will aggressively target ticket profiteers, trying to on-sell tickets to the rugby sevens tournament in February next year. Audio

The government has increased the commerical fishing limit for hoki for the first time in 13 years - despite recent questions about its sustainability. Audio

Farmers are taking a wait and see approach to the government's plans to bring broadband to the countryside saying there are still a number of unanswered questions. Audio

An update from the RNZ sports team. Audio

The state owned company is blaming the cuts on declining international demand for coal, and a drop in prices. Audio

News from the business sector including a market report. Audio

Police are still on the hunt for a dangerous criminal who escaped Waikeria Prison near Te Awamutu this morning. Audio

The Ministry of Agriculture and Foresty admits it should have acted sooner when told there were more than a hundred starving calves on dairy farm owned by the Crafar family. Audio

The son of an elderly man who died following a road rage attack says his killer has got off too lightly. Audio

Thousands of people have celebrated the life of Sir Howard Morrison at his funeral in Rotorua. Audio

Lobby group Bike-NZ is demanding action from the Government after another road accident involving cyclists. Audio

The Automobile Association is calling for comprehensive changes to the national road safety plan ahead of the government's adoption of a new strategy, currently out to consultation. Audio