John Campbell
Brighter Future - nine years on the dairy rollercoaster
During the nine years of the National-led Government the dairy industry has been on a wild rollercoaster ride, and one family wants it to slow down. Video, Audio
Steve Hansen on his new All Blacks
All Blacks Coach Steve Hansen talks to John Campbell about his selections. Video, Audio
Team NZ relieved at racing postponement
News that racing was postponed at the America's Cup in Bermuda this morning was a welcome respite for Team New Zealand. Video, Audio
Unprecedented coalition forms to tackle water quality
Groups from the health, tourism, recreation, science and the environment sectors have united to push a new strategy. Audio
Evening business for 8 June 2017
News from the business sector, including a market report. Video, Audio
Corbyn or May... UK heads to the polls
Polls show the gap between Theresa May and Jeremy Corbyn's chances is narrowing, as the UK election nears. Video, Audio
Defence Force smoking ban may not apply to combat soldiers
Defence Force Minister Mark Mitchell says he'd be reluctant to tell soldiers in combat zones they can't smoke, despite the force's plans to go smoke-free. Video, Audio
Euthanasia, medicinal cannabis bills drawn from ballot
The leader of the House, Simon Bridges, says there is a slight chance the bills will come before Parliament before the September election. Video, Audio
ACC rejects tourist driver's refund offer
A guilt-ridden tourist who killed two men in a car crash tried to pay back ACC for his medical costs, but was told it couldn't take his money. Audio
Farmers fear Bluff oyster crisis is 'imminent'
Oyster farmers says a crisis is imminent if all the infected oyster beds at Stewart Island aren't removed immediately. Video, Audio
Obese pig put on diet after being overfed by reckless owner
A Massachusetts woman is facing animal cruelty charges after overfeeding her potbellied pig. Maybelle, nearly 90kg, can't walk. Video, Audio
Councillor given fortnight to find money to buy Cadbury factory
A campaign to raise $20 million to keep production of some of Cadbury's famous treats in Dunedin is gaining momentum. The man behind the campaign - Dr Jim O'Malley - joins Checkpoint. Video, Audio
Govt considering guns in schools
The Manawatu Standard published photos of schoolchildren wielding guns as part of an army initiative, forcing officials to draw up guidelines. Audio
Health Minister under fire over mental health services
Jonathan Coleman faced a barrage of questions and interruptions during a heated session at the health select committee today. Audio
Congestion charge for Auckland on the horizon
Auckland Council is investigating the idea, but the Government says the research will take time and a final decision should not be expected for years. Audio
Team NZ working through night trying to repair catamaran
Team New Zealand boat builders are working through the night in Bermuda, trying to get their damaged catamaran ready for racing tomorrow. Video, Audio
Ancient hedge 'hacked' by Kāpiti Council
An iconic 90-year-old macrocarpa hedge was cut back by the Kapiti Coast District Council after the owner was told to cut the hedge himself back in January, but failed to do so. Video, Audio
Debate after New Plymouth airport upgrade triples in cost
A former councillor says a plan to revamp and double the size of the current terminal is in danger of becoming a vanity project after the cost of the project ballooned to $29 million. Video, Audio
Lions prepare for match against Blues
The Lions face their first Super Rugby side at Eden Park tonight. Warren Gatland has rolled out a completely new line up for the match. Video, Audio
Wellington City Council announces new affordable housing development
Wellington City Council wants to enter into partnerships with developers and community housing providers to redevelop unused inner-city buildings and office space into new social and affordable… Audio
