Checkpoint

The Manukau City Council says it's just a matter of time before a slip on a cliffside falls away. Audio

Japan is on the lookout for a new prime minister after its 3rd leader in as many years quit last night. Audio

News from the Waatea team. Audio

The Nats says the Government is being reckless by putting up more than 700 amendments to its Emissions Trading legislation. Audio

The hurricane was a Category 2 storm when it hit, but has now been downgraded to a tropical storm. Audio

Canterbury is suffering from its worst ever shortage of nurses with the District Health Board trying to fill 200 vacancies. Audio

An update from the team at RNZ Sport. Audio

More than half a million people have been evacuated from the disaster zone in the northern state of Bihar. Audio

News from the business sector including a market report. Audio

A 31-year-old appeared in the Manukau District Court this afternoon charged with murdering John Maeva. Audio

Prime Minister Samak Sundaravej made the order following clashes between his supporters and those who want him out of office. Audio

Police say those arrested face a wide range of drug related charges including the manufacture and supply of Class A drugs. Audio