Checkpoint

A Pacific health researcher says Pacific Islanders are over represented in New Zealand suicide statistics. Audio

While the nomination of Sarah Palin may have initially stunned political observers - it has delighted America's comedians. Audio

The Governor for Alaska Sarah Palin delivered the speech of her life at the Republican convention this afternoon. Audio

Patients are no longer having to queue for beds at Waikato Hospital after it reached a critical stage earlier this week. Audio

A new report says the Irish Republican Army's ruling Army Council is neither operational or poses a threat. Audio

Auckland City Council has rejected a proposal to have cycling and pedestrian lanes included on the Auckland Harbour Bridge. Audio

News from the Waatea team. Audio

Corrections is defending the way it classifies prisoner attacks on staff, saying it's not trying to hide anything. Audio

The US is giving a billion dollars in aid to Georgia to meet its pressing humanitarian needs and help it rebuild. Audio

Conservation rangers in the Far North are hunting uncontrolled dogs after the deaths of thirty seal pups. Audio

An update from the team at RNZ Sport. Audio

Christchurch and Wellington have won hosting duties for the four Cup knockout matches, but at what cost? Audio