Checkpoint
Pharmac delays decision on funding life-prolonging drugs
A long-time advocate for breast cancer patients has died, as Pharmac's drug advisory panel again delays its decision on funding life-prolonging cancer treatments Kadcyla and Ibrance. Alex Perrottet… Audio
Evening business for Wednesday 15 May
News from the business sector, including a market report. Video, Audio
Govt called on to make measles vaccination compulsory
The number of confirmed measles cases has climbed to 137 across the country, and its spread has sparked a petition for compulsory vaccination for children. Audio
How NZ could randomly test drug drivers
The government has released a discussion document as it looks at strengthening New Zealand's drug driver testing regime. Drug testing expert Kirk Hardy told Lisa Owen mass testing is needed to keep… Video, Audio
Govt asks public for feedback on roadside drug testing
After mounting pressure for action, the government is asking the public for their views on the best way to introduce roadside drug testing. It comes after desperate calls from the families of those… Video, Audio
Facebook’s changes unveiled on eve of technology summit
Facebook's announcement on live-streaming restrictions came a day before tech giants and world leaders, led by Jacinda Ardern and Emmanuel Macron, gather in France for a technology summit. Reporter Jo… Audio
Facebook imposes new live-streaming restrictions
Facebook has unveiled new live-streaming restrictions on the eve of the Christchurch Call summit in Paris. Technology commentator Paul Spain joins Checkpoint host Lisa Owen in the studio to discuss… Video, Audio
Avocados selling for as much as $11 each
Aucklanders have drawn a line in the sand when it comes to the price of avocadoes - saying $12.50 is too much. But more than one green grocer is still charging $11. Audio
Sprent Dabwido dies from cancer, age 46
Nauru's former president Sprent Dabwido has died from cancer at the age of 46. He oversaw the reopening of Australia's refugee detention centres on Nauru, but spent his final years fighting as one of… Video, Audio
Boys’ allegations against teacher don’t stand up – lawyer
The defence in the trial of a former teacher charged with indecently touching boys says some of their claims are lies to fit a deceitful narrative. Benjamin Christopher Missi Swann denies 10 charges… Audio
Why pork prices are rising
Pork prices have gone up by up to 25 percent due to a world-wide shortage, fuelled by African Swine Fever, which is decimating pig stocks in China. Kethaki Masilamani spoke to David Baines from NZ… Audio
KiwiBuild, deconstructed
The government's taking a hammering over its flagship KiwiBuild policy after neither the housing minister or the prime minister would confirm outright whether the target of building 100,000 new homes… Audio
Te Papa exhibition showcases unique NZ environment
Te Papa's newest $12 million exhibition, Te Taiao, has opened its doors for a sneak preview, ahead of Saturday's launch. Our reporter Meriana Johnsen and visual journalist Ana Tovey went along to take… Video, Audio
Woman sentenced for hit-and-run
The mother of a man who died after a hit-and-run in Christchurch last year says she wants his story to be told as a lesson to other drivers. Timaima Tuilawa was sentenced to community work and had her… Video, Audio
Police won't be charging Thompson and Clark
Police have found Thompson and Clark did nothing illegal when it sent an unlicensed investigator to record a meeting between Southern Response claimants in 2014. The firm had been hired by the… Audio
Government goes on full charm offensive in Taranaki
The government has sought to paint a bright future for Taranaki, a year after it stopped issuing new offshore oil and gas exploration permits. Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern was in Taranaki today… Audio
Evening Business for Thursday 9th May
News from the business sector, including a market report. Video, Audio
Duke and Duchess of Sussex reveal baby’s name
Social media has been sent into a frenzy, following the announcement of the Duke and Duchess of Sussex's son's name - Archie Harrison Mountbatten-Windsor. Video, Audio
China critic says she’s still being harassed
Professor Anne-Marie Brady says she's still being subjected to ongoing harassment, including having her mail tampered with at the University of Canterbury and anonymous calls to her unlisted phone… Audio
National: Housing Minister should resign over KiwiBuild
National Party is calling on Housing Minister Phil Twyford to resign as it persistently asks him if he can stick to the long-held target of building 100,000 Kiwibuild homes in 10 years. So far just 80… Audio
