Lisa Owen
PM downplays reshuffle while National announces its own
As Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern prepares to announce her first reshuffle in two days' time, the National Party leader has sprung a surprise one of his own after senior MP Amy Adams announced she will… Audio
Revealed: The dulcet tones of....grey seals
It turns out seals can copy speech and songs using the same production mechanism as humans. And as a study in Scotland found out, they're pretty good at holding a tune. Mia Womersley reports. Video, Audio
Parishoners divided over plans for NZ's oldest stone church
Final plans have been revealed for the earthquake strengthening and redevelopment of New Zealand's oldest stone church - the Taranaki Cathedral in New Plymouth. Audio
Period poverty campaign call for free sanitary items in school
The Union of Students' Associations and Dignity, a company that provides free sanitary products, have launched the Positive Periods campaign, pushing for menstrual education and products to be… Audio
Govt considers tougher regimes for bank execs, among changes
Changes to boost public confidence in the banking sector are in the pipeline, including an insurance scheme covering bank deposits up to $50,000. Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern says changes are needed… Audio
CAA ‘toxic, inhospitable and crumbling’ - former employees
Operators and former employees say the Civil Aviation Authority is imploding amid reports of high staff turnover and a toxic workplace. When it comes to speaking out, many operators and former… Audio
NZ designer invited to showcase streetwear to the world
A young Samoan designer from Lower Hutt has been given a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to head to the four major international fashion weeks, but there's a hefty price tag attached. Video, Audio
23 MPs still undecided on euthanasia vote
New Zealand MPs are set to vote on euthanasia this Wednesday, but 23 of them are still undecided. Medical, legal and ethical experts have their say, including a visiting Canadian doctor who has… Audio
Evening business for 24 June 2019
News from the business sector, including a market report. Video, Audio
Takapuna Grammar rejects claims over anti-vax project
An Auckland High school has been accused of spreading misinformation about vaccines during a year 12 English class - but the school says the discussion was part of a project aimed at building critical… Audio
Akld Uni staff need training on managing students - lecturer
University of Auckland lecturer David Mayeda says it took management almost a month to formally take action after staff complained about a student who expressed extreme views on campus. He says staff… Audio
At-risk patient 'should have been on constant observation'
A mental health patient who died while under the care of Waitemata DHB last month was only being observed every hour despite telling nurses he wanted to die and was actively seeking ways to harm… Video, Audio
Priscilla costumes make splash in New Plymouth
More than a decade after they appeared in London's West End, the award-winning costumes from the musical Priscilla - Queen of the Desert are gracing the stage of the Showplace in New Plymouth. Video, Audio
Applications close for help after devastating West Coast storm
Dozens of applications for financial assistance have been received by the Westland mayor, three months after a devastating storm. Bruce Smith spoke to Logan Church about the range of assistance people… Video, Audio
Royal Commission of Inquiry staff member referred to police
A survivor of physical and sexual abuse says he's frustrated that the abuse inquiry could get side-tracked as it investigates a staff member. The Royal Commission of Inquiry says the allegations… Audio
Gun buy-back scheme ‘total demonisation’ of innocent parties
A gunsmith of 50 years has joined a growing chorus of voices saying the government's buy-back scheme is an anti-democratic rip off that some gun owners will simply ignore. Rod Woods spoke to Lisa… Video, Audio
Sanford staff plan to fight Bluff job cuts
Workers at Sanford's Bluff fish-processing plant are still reeling from news up to 30 jobs may go from the site - but they're already discussing plans to fight the changes. Audio
Multiple protests outside Oranga Tamariki offices
Protesters picketed outside Oranga Tamariki's offices in New Plymouth, Hamilton and Christchurch today. Our reporter Katie Todd joined a small group of vocal protesters who spent their morning on… Video, Audio
Sports chat: NZ Football on the hunt for a new coach
New Zealand Football is in need of a new coach for the All Whites after the sudden departure of national men's team coach Fritz Schmid. Sports reporter Clay Wilson joins Lisa Owen to discuss the news… Video, Audio
Willie Jackson: Why I’ll vote in favour of euthanasia bill
Labour MP Willie Jackson says his mother's illness has led him to vote in favour of the End of Life Choice bill next week, despite her views against euthanasia. He spoke to Checkpoint reporter Alex… Audio
