Checkpoint

News from the business sector. Audio

The US has ordered out Bolivia's ambassador in Washington, a day after Bolivia expelled the US ambassador. Audio

There's been a set-back today for a Northland community group, trying to force the return of private beachfront land. Audio

One of the country's biggest unions says the Asian Anti-Crime Group must come clean about its relationship with the ACT Party. Audio

John Key welcomed the announcement, saying new Zealanders have the chance to rule a line under the past three years. Audio

US Vice presidential candidate Sarah Palin faced her first grilling in a media interview. Audio

The United States Antarctic programme has successfully completed the first night-vision landing at McMurdo Base. Audio

News from the Waatea team read by Eru Rerekura Audio

A Christchurch man has avoided going to jail despite killing a man when he drove home from his mother's funeral drunk. Audio

Parliament's minor parties are chomping at the bit, with the announcement of a November 8th election. Audio

A review has found the HMNZS Canterbury is not capable of serving its purpose and is in need of $20 million in repairs. Audio

A Zimbabwean farmer in NZ is skeptical that President Mugabe is ready to share power, despite the announcement of a deal. Audio