Checkpoint

The woman accused of being part of a major ring of thieves which targeted the wife of the US Federal Reserve Chairman, Ben Bernanke, has been arrested in Miami-Dade County. Audio

News from the Waatea team. Audio

Australia appears to have escaped the worst of the recession, with its economy continuing to out-perform others around the world. Audio

95 passengers flying from Auckland to Christchurch who were forced to make an emergency landing at Wellington Airport this afternoon are now being told they will not be able to re-board their Boeing… Read more Audio

An update from the team at RNZ Sport. Audio

The cheese selection on offer in New Zealand is set to expand with the lifting of a ban on the use of raw or unpasteurised milk. Audio

The Black Power gang is advising its members to abide by a ban on patches in Wanganui, but says some will still defy the new law and confront police. Audio

News from the business sector including a market report. Audio

News from the business sector including a market report. Audio

The Minister of Education is considering closing a special residential school for children people with severe behavioral problems - one of just three such facilities in the country. Audio

One student has been suspended and further suspensions may follow after an attack at Auckland's Lynfield College. Audio

The hardware chain Mitre 10 is recalling a brand of outdoor tabletop gas heaters because it says they may be a serious health risk. Audio