Lisa Owen
Wealthy tourists will leave many operators "high and dry"
Rotorua tourist operators are worried they may bite the hand that feeds them if the country puts too much focus on attracting wealthy tourists once the border opens. Tourism Minister Stuart Nash has… Audio
Blind man told he can't take his guidedog on a bus-twice
A blind wellington man who's twice been told he can"t take his guidedog on a bus says he was made to feel like a non person...and says the drivers need training. George Taggart tried to get on a… Video, Audio
Journalist involved in exposing aus special forces crimes
Australian special forces have been accused of up to 39 murders of prisoners and civilians in Afghanistan, and 19 current or former soldiers will face criminal investigation. Lisa Owen spoke to Nick… Audio
BNZ closing 40 branches-many in small towns
The BNZ is closing up almost 40 branches..many of them in small towns around the country...because its says most customers have switched to digital services - inpart because COVD forced them to. The… Video, Audio
10th anniversary of Pike River mine disaster
Today marks the 10th anniversary of the Pike River mine disaster, in which 29 men lost their lives. Two events have been held to commemorate those who perished, one on the West Coast and one at… Video, Audio
Billions to be spent on infrastructure, but dire need for workers
Billions of dollars will be spent on infrastructure projects to help rebuild the nation's economy but the construction sector is in dire need of skilled workers to make it happen.
Infrastructure New… Audio
Wellington homeowners balk at proposed 23 percent rates rise
Wellingtonians are balking at the idea of a double-digit rates raise to fund a series of important infrastructure projects.
RNZ understands a discussion document has been presented to city… Audio
Backpackers very valuable visitors to NZ - tourism operators
Tourism operators are surprised their new minister has been so dismissive of the benefit of backpackers to the country.
Some also believe the promised benefits of wealthy visitors is a hollow one.
… Audio
Automation problems behind Auckland port delays - wharfie
An Auckland wharfie estimates Ports of Auckland is half as efficient as it used to be, because of problems switching to an automated system to load and unload freight containers.
Some ships are… Video, Audio
Cricket: Devon Conway to debut with Black Caps in T20
The long inevitable Black Caps debut of Devon Conway is finally on the cards.
Having become eligible for New Zealand selection in August - the South African batsman has been named in the Black Caps… Audio
Is Sport NZ's long-awaited $7m boost for Māori sport enough?
Māori sporting organisations have today received their first ever splash of cash from Sport New Zealand after years of calling for some support.
But the $7 million investment is being described by… Audio
Auckland Erebus memorial gets green light
The fate of a controversial national Erebus memorial in Auckland was hanging in the balance on Tuesday night, but soon after this Checkpoint story was broadcast, the Waitematā Local Board has given… Audio
Govt under pressure over skyrocketing house prices
Jacinda Ardern's considering options to help first home buyers bulk up their deposit - as the government comes under pressure from all sides over skyrocketing house prices.
The market continues to… Audio
Whangārei shooting: Gang behaviour getting more vicious - ex-gang member
A man fired at police during a routine stop in the early hours of the morning. Police have made and arrest following the shooting and are supporting the officer who was shot at. Reporter Chen Liu and… Video, Audio
Tourism Minister calls for high value tourism in NZ post-Covid
The new tourism minister has told the industry to attract wealthy, high value tourists as soon as the borders reopen.
Stuart Nash told the Tourism Industry Summit he wants to drive a transition away… Audio
Evening business for 17 November 2020
News from the business sector, including a market report. Video, Audio
Ports of Auckland not sure if delays will be solved by Christmas
Importers are demanding answers as to why their goods are being held up at Ports of Auckland.
Ports of Auckland's general manager of communications Matt Ball explains what is happening. Video, Audio
Importers demand answers over delays at ports
Importers are demanding answers as to why their goods are being held up at Ports of Auckland.
Some New Zealand retailers fear their shelves will be half empty as they approach the festive season.
… Video, Audio
Suppliers fear bullying from some supermarkets, Food and Grocery Council CEO says
Some supermarkets are threatening to "delete" suppliers' products from shelves if they speak out about tactics like 45 percent margins and billing for thefts, a supplier industry group says.
The… Video, Audio
Commerce Commission investigates supermarket price gouging
Supermarkets are coming under the microscope with the launch of a sweeping investigation into whether Kiwis are getting ripped off at the check-out.
The government has ordered the Commerce Commission… Audio
