Checkpoint

Economic stress is taking its toll on the housing sector, with mortgage brokers concerned potential repayment increases will seriously stretch household budgets.

It's widely expected the reserve bank… Read more Audio

In netball, the Silver Ferns can retain the Constellation Cup with a win over the Australian Diamonds in Melbourne tonight.

We're joined by sports reporter Felicity Reid.

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Former Labour MP Gaurav Sharma announced his resignation from Parliament yesterday in a move that will trigger a by-election in his former electorate, Hamilton West.

Dr Sharma spoke with Checkpoint… Read more Video, Audio

An Auckland GP accused of incorrectly prescribing ADHD drugs has been found guilty of professional misconduct.

Dr Tony Hanne was charged with prescribing without the approval of a paediatrician or… Read more Video, Audio

Police Minister Chris Hipkins has faced the heat from beleaguered business owners in Auckland today, demanding less talk and more action on retail crime.

Shopkeepers say relentless ram raids and… Read more Video, Audio

Those in the health sector say Middlemore's Emergency Department isn't the only one under serious pressure.

A report has described Middlemore's ED as "dysfunctional, overcrowded and unsafe".

Senior… Read more Video, Audio

The Silver Scroll Awards are on tonight, recognising the country's best songwriters.

It's the first full-scale ceremony since 2019, taking place at Auckland's Spark Arena.

Tony Stamp joins Rowan… Read more Video, Audio

The Lady of the Lake - Queenstown's Earnslaw - has celebrated 110 years since it first set sail. And its owners say it hasn't run out of steam yet.

The TSS Earnslaw marked its birthday today with a… Read more Video, Audio

Community members in Gisborne are kicking off a grassroots movement to try to stop a surge in gang warfare.

There's been gunshots, house fires and extra police on guard in the city over recent weeks.

The local body elections saw a change of guard in many of the country's councils. At the same time in West Auckland, residents have voted for new representatives on their liquor licensing trusts that… Read more Video, Audio

The government's standing firm on its Three Waters proposal, despite plans from Auckland's mayor to try to flush the plan away.

Wayne Brown has sent a letter to Watercare, telling the organisation to… Read more Video, Audio