Checkpoint

Fire Fighters on duty during the Auckland floods struggled with inadequate gear and vehicles and feel they were left in the dark by senior leaders.

That's according to the results of a survey by the… Read more Audio

Another thrilling end to a test match could be on the cards after a rain delayed start to the final day of the first cricket test between the Black Caps and Sri Lanka in Christchurch.

Sports reporter… Read more Audio

Auckland bus drivers want an urgent and immediate intervention from Auckland Transport - fearing one of their colleagues could be killed at the wheel.

A driver has been in hospital after being… Read more Audio

On the day the government announced cuts to focus on "bread and butter" issues, food prices reached a 34-year high. February's food prices were up 12 percent year on year - the largest annual increase… Read more Audio

The government is axing or amending a swathe of policies and targeting transport, alcohol reform and lowering the voting age.

The money is being refocused to deal with cost of living needs. The… Read more Audio

Prime Minister Chris Hipkins has scrapped or tweaked eight policies, to focus funds on cost of living. 

The cash for clunkers scheme is gone. The speed reduction programe will just focus on the most… Read more Video, Audio

Thousands of people gathered at the Manukau Sports Bowl for 'Polyfest' today - which is the largest Pacific dance event in the world.

It is the first time the festival has been held in full and open… Read more Video, Audio

On one of Wellington's most famous streets, there's a domino of shops closing their doors.

Owners say they simply can't afford the rent on Cuba Street, and it's losing the charm that once drew crowds… Read more Video, Audio

As our hospital emergency departments buckle under the relentless demand, flow-on effects are being felt across the health sector.

Ambulances are spending increasing amounts of time waiting outside… Read more Video, Audio

Kiwis travelling to the UK on a youth mobility visa will soon be able to stay there for three years, instead of two.

The deal was reached last year - but has been brought forward to start from July.