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Malcolm Rewa sentenced to life for Susan Burdett’s murder
The chances of serial rapist Malcolm Rewa ever seeing a life outside bars are now even slimmer after he was sentenced to life in jail for Susan Burdett's murder, 27 years after she was killed in her… Video, Audio
Waiho Bridge washes away after heavy rainfall
The Waiho Bridge, south of Franz Josef Glacier, has washed away after heavy rainfall. Westland Mayor Bruce Smith tells Lisa Owen he's close to calling a State of Emergency.
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MetService: Severe weather coming to South Island
Heavy rain is battering the west of the South Island, with forecast warnings of up to half a metre of rain along parts of the Main Divide. A strong wind warning is also in place for many places across… Audio
Facebook must accept its part in Chch attacks - Privacy Commissioner
Privacy Commissioner John Edwards sent a letter to Facebook executives last week, stating there is growing frustration and anger over the company's lack of communication after the attack was live… Audio
Royal Commission reflects seriousness of attack – PM
Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern says holding a Royal Commission of Inquiry into the Christchurch terrorist attack reflects the gravity of the event, and the serious questions left in its wake. The terms… Audio
Strangers united through faith in wake of mosque attacks
Hundreds of Muslims from around the country and across the Tasman, flew to Christchurch when they heard the news of a shooting in two mosques. As they mourn the loss of people they've never met - but… Audio
$15m donated to Chch terror attack victims, families
More than $15 million has so far been donated to three large funds to support the families affected by the Christchurch Terror Attacks. Audio
MPI investigating 'emaciated' cattle onboard Cook St ferry
An investigation is underway into the treatment of cattle transported across Cook Strait yesterday after photos emerged of cows appearing emaciated, in full sun, with their ribs protruding. Video, Audio
Evening business news for 25 March 2019
News from the business sector, including a market report. Video, Audio
Christchurch shooting survivors reunite at Linwood mosque
Three victims whose paths crossed amid the shooting chaos have been reunited at the Linwood Mosque. Checkpoint reporter Alex Perrottet caught up with Tofazzal Alam, Mohammed Zubair and Abdul Aziz… Video, Audio
Jon Sopel: Trump takes Mueller report as victory
The long-awaited Mueller report has found no evidence US President Donald Trump colluded with Russian interference in the 2016 election, but couldn't exonerate him in regards to obstruction of… Video, Audio
High level inquiry to probe Christchurch mosque attacks
Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern has announced a Royal Commission of Inquiry into the Christchurch mosque attacks, while plans are also underway for a National Memorial Day. Political Editor Jane… Video, Audio
Chch terrorist attacks followed by grief, kindness, compassion
A week after a gunman stormed inside two Christchurch mosques, killing dozens of people, New Zealanders have united, gaining strength from each other while they grieve as a nation. We look back at an… Video, Audio
Chch teen recalls terror attack that killed father, brother
A 13-year-old Syrian boy wounded at the Al Noor mosque on Deans Avenue says he wishes his brother and father survived instead of him. Zaid Mustafa's 16-year-old brother Hamza and his father Khaled… Video, Audio
Anthony Mundine: Faith will help healing process
Australian boxer and former NRL player Anthony Mundine is in Christchurch, where he visited the wounded in hospital and attended services for those who died last Friday. Video, Audio
Islam ‘is a brotherhood and sisterhood’
An Australian man has travelled to Christchurch to pay his respects to the Muslim community, despite not knowing anyone in the southern city. He spoke with Nita Blake-Persen from Hagley Park. Video, Audio
NZ observes 2 minutes' silence after Chch terror attacks
Thousands of New Zealanders converged on Hagley Park in Christchurch this afternoon to show unity to the Muslim community gathered for their Friday prayers. Our reporter Andrew McRae was there. Video, Audio
Nearly 100 dead after ferry capsizes in Iraq
An overloaded ferry has capsized in the Tigris River near the Iraqi city of Mosul, killing nearly 100 people. As Reuters' Tamara Lindstom reports, the ferry was packed with people celebrating the… Video, Audio
Chch accused killer interviewed by police before gun licence issued
Police have confirmed the correct process was followed in issuing the firearms licence to the accused gunman. But what about the loopholes that existed in the law? Were they obvious and could have… Video, Audio
Vigils held across NZ to mark week since Chch terror attacks
Religious and civic leaders have gathered with thousands of members of the public at the Al Jamie Mosque in Ponsonby, Auckland, as it opens its door during its Friday prayers. Video, Audio
