Checkpoint
Rampaging raptors causing havoc along popular walkways
Rampaging raptors are causing havoc along some popular walkways. There's been several falcon or Karearea attacks, the most recently on a track at Pareora Gorge near Timaru where a man was left… Video, Audio
Plans to move old Taumarunui trains after years sitting deserted
After years of waiting there are finally plans to move some of the crumbling old Auckland commuter trains blighting the main street of central North Island town Taumarunui. The local mayor says once… Video, Audio
IRD calls for $2 billion of Covid business loans to be paid back
More than 10,000 businesses have defaulted on $177 million worth of loans given out as part of the previous government's Covid support package. Two years on from the pandemic, IRD's now calling for… Video, Audio
Evening business for 7 December 2023
News from the business sector, including a market report. [embed] https://players.brightcove.net/6093072280001/default_default/index.html?videoId=6342499690112 Video, Audio
Police minister sets expectations for commissioner around law & order
The police commisioner has been put is on notice, with the government outlining its expectations around law and order. In a letter to Andrew Coster the new police minister Mark Mitchell says the force… Video, Audio
Flightless native birds manage escape from Waikato wildlife sanctuary
A security review is underway after a series of brazen breakouts from a Waikato wildlife sanctuary. In the past two months three Kakapo have gone over the wire at Sanctuary Mountain, Maungatautari… Video, Audio
Wellington mayor receives supportive messages after revealing drinking problem
Tory Whanau says she's received hundreds of messages of support after admitting to having a drinking problem. But some councillors are questioning whether she's up to the job. The Wellington mayor… Audio
Evening business for 30 November 2023
News from the business sector, including a market report. [embed] https://players.brightcove.net/6093072280001/default_default/index.html?videoId=6342038257112 Video, Audio
Allegations of blackmail over North Shore walkway stoush
Allegations of blackmail have been levelled at the owners of a North Shore property which is blocking access to walkers on a popular beach path. The owners want a heritage status removed, so they can… Audio
Women's football failing in key areas, according to survey from World Cup
Women's football is failing its players in key areas including medical support and pay, according to a survey from this year's World Cup. The survey found 60 percent of respondents said they lacked… Video, Audio
Pharmacist fears return of pseudoephedrine may mean more burglaries
A pharmacist fears bringing back over the counter cold medicines containing pseudoephedrine, an ingredient used to make meth, will see the return of P houses and chemist shop burglaries. Losening the… Video, Audio
Thieves take brass altar pieces from Briscoes lady's church
Thieves have cleaned out a small Canterbury church taking its brass altar pieces and other precious religious items that are likely to be melted down. And its the second time St Marks in the… Video, Audio
Auckland mayor proposes more asset sales to cover costs
Auckland's mayor is proposing to sell council assets to fund the rising costs of running the city, and put the brakes on rates rises. Wayne Brown wants the money to go into a $3-4 billion fund that… Audio
Evening business for 29 November 2023
News from the business sector, including a market report. [embed] https://players.brightcove.net/6093072280001/default_default/index.html?videoId=6341950001112 Video, Audio
Sam Cane calls for NZ Rugby to reconsider picking overseas based players
All Blacks captain Sam Cane thinks New Zealand Rugby should reconsider not picking overseas-based players for the All Blacks. Cane has just started a sabbatical in Japan and while he won't miss any… Video, Audio
Retired doctor calls for Health Minister to resign over smokefree changes
A recently retired intensive care specialist is calling for Health Minister Shane Reti's resignation over the government's backtrack on smokefree legislation. The National-led government wants to… Audio
Maritime union warns of price hike if Auckland council sells port
The Maritime Union is warning of potentially massive price hikes on freight if the Auckland mayor pushes through plans to privatise the port. National secretary Craig Harrison speaks to Lisa Owen… Video, Audio
Luxon accused of losing control of cabinet
Just days into the new Coalition and Christopher Luxon has already been accused of losing control of his Cabinet. Labour is challenging the new Prime Minister to lay down the law and rein in his… Audio
Kids make rare Kauri resin discovery at secret spot in Coromandel
Two young school kids have discovered actual treasure, potentially worth thousands of dollars, at a secret spot on a coromandel beach. Nine year old Callan and seven year old Eva discovered a chunky… Video, Audio
Wellington social enterprise helps residents pay power bills
A social enterprise in Wellington is helping residents pay their power bills. Toast Electric uses its profits to cut bills for households struggling to afford heating and hot water during winter. And… Audio