Lisa Owen

The biggest party of the year in Christchurch is still happening today, despite a ban on spectators at Addington Raceway. Covid rules limiting large crowds meant just 1200 members, trainers and… Video, Audio

The government could be footing a $200 million bill if Covid kills the summer festival season.

The government has announced a safety net for the sector, underwriting 90 percent of unrecoverable costs… Video, Audio

Vaccination-resistant teachers are creating headaches for principals as the deadline for the government's vaccination mandate draws nearer.

They are figuring out how to cover classes on Tuesday when… Audio

On Tuesday afternoon the father of slain teenager Connor Whitehead has held an emotional press conference and appealed for a person involved in his son's death to hand themselves in.

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Angry scenes have arrived at the door of democracy in the capital today, with thousands of protesters marching to Parliament.

Their motive was unclear - some angry at lockdowns, the vaccine and… Video, Audio

Auckland will move to level 3 step 2 restrictions on November 10.

It means from Wednesday restrictions will ease somewhat, allowing retail to open with social distancing, and groups of up to 25… Audio

The Black Caps have stormed their way into the semis at the T20 World Cup in the United Arab Emirates.

The New Zealand side beat an in-form Afghanistan in their final group game today to book a place… Audio

There are fears Delta's long tentacles have reached further across New Zealand - with Covid-19 detected in wastewater in Taranaki.

A sample taken in Stratford on Monday has come back with a strong… Video, Audio

The 90 percent double vaccination target set by the government has turned more than a few people into amateur statistician, counting every jab, daily averages, downward trends and overdue second… Video, Audio

Auckland should open its borders by December, regardless of vaccination levels, says Auckland deputy mayor Bill Cashmore.  Video, Audio

Wellington City Council is split again as it tries to solve cycleway issues in Island Bay.

The 1.7km cycleway has been riddled with controversary and changing plans since the cycleway was developed… Video, Audio

Auckland councillors are divided over proposed new rules that would make it easier to build houses in the city.

In a rare show of bipartisanship, National and Labour co-operated on the new RMA bill.

Director of the University of Auckland's Centre for Supply Chain Management Tava Olsen told Checkpoint a system for Auckland travellers to cross the border in the summer holidays would be "doable" if… Video, Audio

A New Zealand couple have been given the opportunity to bring their baby son to their new home in Australia after they were facing the possibility of being separated from him until border restrictions… Video, Audio

It's feared people might unwittingly be sharing apartment buildings with isolating Covid-19 cases.

Building managers are asking for better communication from health authorities, so they can keep… Audio

Primary school students stuck in level 3 are still waiting to hear if they'll make it back into an actual classroom this year.

In the meantime remote learning is continuing. Ministry of Education… Video, Audio

Auckland hairdressers are desperate for some reassurance on when they can re-open and clarity on what the new traffic light system will mean for salons.

Eleven weeks out of action is taking its toll… Video, Audio

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A state of emergency has been declared in Gisborne as heavy rain pounds the region.

Flooding has closed several roads and the sewer system is under pressure. Some residents of Sponge Bay have… Video, Audio

A family has managed to escape unharmed after at least 20 bullets were shot at their house in the dead of night.

Police say it is a very serious case of mistaken identity - but miraculously - the… Video, Audio