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Checkpoint with Lisa Owen is RNZ’s weekday drive-time news programme, Our people, stories and breaking news and interviews from 4-6pm.
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Thursday, 6 July 2023
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Veterans of nuclear tests still waiting for apology and assurances
6 Jul 202350 years on, veterans exposed to nuclear tests in French Polynesia are still waiting for an apology from the government and an assurance that subsequent generations of whanau will have their medical… Read more Video, Audio
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Million dollar makeovers to leave lasting legacy at World Cup venues
6 Jul 2023Communal showers, urinals and pitches knee-deep in mud will be a thing of the past for many kiwi footballers. There's been a $20 million investment in 30 sporting facilities around the country ahead… Read more Video, Audio
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Housing report paints grim picture of living conditions for some
Politicians are split over a Human Rights Commission investigation into housing, with some arguing it's a reason for the agency to be abolished. The commission has released a lengthy report into… Read more Audio
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Ultimate Matariki light experience set to illuminate Christchurch
6 Jul 2023Tīrama Mai, dubbed the ultimate Matariki light festival experience, is about to illuminate Ōtautahi Christchurch. More than 25 installations have been set up in the city's Victoria Square… Read more Video, Audio
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Allegations of shabby sales tactics by big power company
6 Jul 2023Sparks are flying over allegations of shabby sales tactics by one of the country's biggest power suppliers. Boutique company Flick has called out electricity giant Genesis on social media; accusing… Read more Video, Audio
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Evening business for 6 July 2023
News from the business sector, including a market report. [embed] https://players.brightcove.net/6093072280001/default_default/index.html?videoId=6330656807112 Read more Video, Audio
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School holidays: What can a family of three do for $50?
6 Jul 2023It's school holidays and with the wet weather many regions are getting, it's hard to keep the kids busy without burning a hole in your pocket. Many indoor activities come with a hefty price tag. We… Read more Video, Audio
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Football Ferns dealt early blow ahead of World Cup
6 Jul 2023The Football Ferns have been dealt an early blow ahead of the World Cup before a ball has even been kicked. New Zealand has lost experienced defender and wider squad member Meikayla Moore who has… Read more Video, Audio
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Lake Rotoma millimetres away from overflowing onto SH30
6 Jul 2023Rotorua's mayor says managed retreat needs to be seriously considered for homes around the rising Lake Rotoma. The lake is just a few millimetres away from overflowing onto State Highway 30, the… Read more Audio
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Mall hit by super-sized 5 vehicle ram raid in Thames
6 Jul 2023Overnight in Thames, Goldfield's mall has been hit in what can only be described as a super sized ram raid. Police have found three of the five vehicles that drove through the shopping centre during… Read more Video, Audio
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Man bruised and frightened after hammer attack at Auckland dairy
6 Jul 2023A man has been left bruised, frightened and traumatised after being set upon in his local dairy and hit in the head with a hammer. When the two offenders started their attack, the female shop keeper… Read more Video, Audio
Wednesday, 5 July 2023
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Union says OT needs to better protect young people in state care
5 Jul 2023The union representing youth workers says Oranga Tamariki needs to do a better job of protecting the safety of young people in the justice system. Eleven staff have now been stood down at an Oranga… Read more Audio
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About this programme
Checkpoint is RNZ's drive-time news and current affairs programme, tackling the national and international stories of the day.
The show airs weekdays fro4-6pm and is hosted by Lisa Owen.
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