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Checkpoint
Checkpoint with Lisa Owen is RNZ’s weekday drive-time news programme, Our people, stories and breaking news and interviews from 4-6pm.
Episodes
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Full run of emotions after big day of medals at Commonwealth Games
New Zealand athletes have run the full gamut of emotions today as seven more medals were won at the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow. Among the two golds, two…
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Whanau retreat teaching hunting and gathering to manage predator control
A school counsellor running a two day retreat for young people and their whanau has built up a waiting list. They're learning how to hunt, gather their own kai…
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Protestor call for Lyttleton Port to be kept in public hands
Union protesters concerned about the future of Lyttleton Port say they aren't reassured by the rejection of an unsolicited bid to lease its operations. The…
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Luxon has confidence in Peters as Foreign Minister despite 'racist' comments
The prime minister says Winston Peters' comments about a fellow MP are racist, but he still has his confidence as Foreign Minister. Pressure has been building…
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150 dogs to be sent to Australia as greyhound racing ban begins
With the final greyhound races to be held in New Zealand underway this afternoon, the industry has confirmed plans to send up to 150 dogs to Australia where…
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Young jobseeker thinking outside of the box to find opportunities
A young jobseeker who kept getting pushbacks has created an opportunity for himself by thinking out of the box. At 24, Calib is not alone in his experience of…
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Catastrophic night for Cowboys in the NRL
It was a catastrophic night for the Cowboys in the NRL. The North Queenslanders were crushed 82-12 at the hands of a ruthless Roosters side. Sports reporter…
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Ngāi Tahu Farming chosen to run country's largest farm
Ngāi Tahu Farming has been chosen by the Department of Conservation to operate the country's largest farm. Molesworth Station is spread over 180,000 hectares…
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Death toll rises after Japan major quake
The death toll from this week's major earthquake in Japan has risen to 34. The 6.8 tremor rocked the southern city of Kumamoto on Tuesday afternoon prompting…
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Hato Hone St John pushing for more lifesaving defibrillators
For years we've had fire service campaigns to install smoke alarms in every home, now Hato Hone St John is pushing for lifesaving defibrillators to be…
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Australia launches legal action against Telegram app
Australia correspondent Nick Grimm spoke to Melissa Chan-Green about Australia opening a new front in its ongoing campaign to get tech giants to toe the line…
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New 'state of the art' blood bank opens in Wellington
The New Zealand Blood Service says the capital's new blood bank officially opened by the Health Minister today couldn't come soon enough. The facility plays a…
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Auckland FC appoint Portuguese Pedro Moreira as new coach
Auckland FC are entering a new era of their A-League existence with an experienced Portuguese coach leading the way. Pedro Moreira landed in Auckland yesterday…
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Prime Minister urged to take action towards Peters after 'racist' remarks
The opposition is demanding the Prime Minister take action after Winston Peters said a Green MP who moved to New Zealand should go back to his own country. The…
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Solar installers warning of looming worker shortage
Solar installers are warning of a looming worker shortage, if low-cost loans or subsidies are brought in without any support or training for the wider…
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Over 10,000 teens leave school with no qualifications
Over 10,000 teens left school last year with no qualifications to their name. It's the third consecutive year that 15 percent of school leavers had no NCEA…
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Watercare to undertake largest ever investment for Auckland
Plans for intensive housing growth in Auckland and issues with wastewater overflows is driving the largest ever investment in water services for the city. Last…
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Greyhound racing industry prepares for shutdown
A sense of the inevitable has shrouded the Hatrick Raceway this week as the Whanganui Greyhound Racing Club prepared for its last ever meeting on Friday. The…
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Current process to install solar too slow and costly
If you want to install solar on your house, the current process is too slow and costly according to a report that recommends cutting red tape. The review of…
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Evening business for 30 July 2026
News from the business sector, including a market report.
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Rent arrears cases prioritised in Tenancy Tribunal
Unpaid rent has been the thorn is the side of many landlords, waiting months to get a case through the Tenancy Tribunal. So in a new pilot, the Ministry of…
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No shortage of quirk at Commonwealth Games
It was another day filled with drama, records, glory, and shattered dreams in Glasgow. The opening six days of the Commonwealth Games have produced a plethora…
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Teenage country musician winning awards with heartfelt lyrics
Nashville may be home to country music's 'achy breaky heart' but New Zealand's country music capital is home to Meila Scully. The young singer's song writing…
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Fresh strikes kicking off between US and Iran
United States correspondent Todd Zwillich spoke to Melissa Chan-Green about fresh strikes kicking off between the US and Iran again, as well as a school in New…
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Wellington school teacher's move to combat students using AI for assessments
A science teacher at St Patrick's College in Wellington says he is moving to make sure all assessments are done in the classroom under supervision, to combat…
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Wildfires rage across Europe as another heatwave looms
Europe correspondent Lucy Thomson spoke to Melissa Chan-Green about wildfires continuing to rage across parts of Europe as another heatwave looms, as well as…
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Evening business for Wednesday 29 July
News from the business sector, including a market report.
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Warriors looking to steady their season after Bulldogs loss
The Warriors are looking to steady their strong season following another slip up at the weekend. After seemingly getting things back on track, the Warriors…
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Councils told to record more consistent data to tackle roaming dogs
Councils are being encouraged to record more consistent dog control data to help tackle the problem with roaming and uncontrolled dogs. Guidelines around how…
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Funeral held for stillborn baby found on Marlborough roadside
About 30 people gathered this morning to mark the life of a stillborn baby boy, who was found on the side of a rural Marlborough road in May. Police are yet to…
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Mixed reaction to government's response to Covid-19 inquiry
There has been mixed reaction to the government's response to the Royal Commission of Inquiry into the Covid-19 response, with NZ First calling it "pathetic"…
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Human Rights Commission urges government to abandon laws that refer to Treaty clauses
The Human Rights Commission has urged the Government to abandon its review of laws that refer to Te Tiriti Treaty clauses. In a submission released today, the…
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Longstanding Christchurch bakery passed into new hands
Michael Meaclem and his wife Wendy are hanging up their aprons after running Christchurch's Michael's Bakery for 40 years. Now a new owner takes over, Nakesha…
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Government to develop legislation to guide future pandemic responses
Transparency and stronger legislation are among the two key priorities in the Government's response to the Royal Commission of Inquiry into Covid-19. Released…
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Upper Hutt mayor urging Wellington councils not to force amalgamation
Upper Hutt's mayor is urging other Wellington councils not to force the city into amalgamating against its will. There's little over a week to go before all…
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History making day for NZ at Commonwealth Games
New Zealand has had a history-making golden day at the Glasgow Commonwealth Games. Another gold medal for Lewis Clareburt in the pool and the first for…
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Millions of plastic flower sleeves repurposed and saved from landfill
An idea that sprang from the tulip fields of the Netherlands is about to expand nationwide here in New Zealand. It's being led by 24 year old Yasmin Wessels…
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Eased tensions between US and Iran being tested once again
Middle East correspondent Madeline Croad spoke to Melissa Chan-Green about eased tensions between the US and Iran being tested once again. The US military has…
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David Tamihere in court for murder charges faced 37 years ago
David Tamihere has appeared in court today on the same murder charges he first faced 37 years ago. He was found guilty in 1990 for the murder of Swedish…
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Rescue efforts underway after deadly 6.8 earthquake hits Japan
Desperate rescue efforts are underway in Japan following a deadly earthquake. The 6.8 magnitude quake rocked the city of Kumamoto in Japan's south yesterday…
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Supermarket items in Australia not as they are supposed to be
Australia correspondent Nick Grimm spoke to Melissa Chan-Green about an investigation revealing the ingredients of many supermarket items aren't what they are…
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Evening business for 28 July 2026
News from the business sector, including a market report.
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Facial recognition used as tickets to Australian sports games
Your face could soon be your ticket to get through the turnstiles for a sports game. Facial recognition technology is being rolled out across the Tasman as an…
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Hoiho penguin to get permanent protections on Otago Peninsula
The Hoiho yellow-eyed penguin is set to face protection from fishers around the Otago Peninsula. From September 16th, emergency set-net restrictions to protect…
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Man accused of threatening to attack two Auckland schools
A man accused of threatening to attack two Auckland schools allegedly said that he wanted to kill more people than the Christchurch mosque terrorist. Tiedan…
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Call to close tracks to save horse racing industry
New Zealand horse racing is "over venued and under capitalised" according to independent consultants employed to come up with a masterplan to save the ailing…
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Councils calling for more time to partner under amalgamation
Councils are calling for more time as some are still unable to find a partner or partners to create a group merger before the government's deadline. They have…
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Questions raised over accusations NZ spying on Russia
New Zealand is being accused of spying on Russia, but experts are questioning just how likely that is. NZ authorities are refusing to comment on the arrest of…
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Lewis Clareburt earns first Gold for NZ at Commonwealth Games
There was sweet success in the swimming pool this morning as Lewis Clareburt snatched New Zealand's first gold at this years Commonwealth Games. Sports…
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Award winning baker folding up his apron after 40 years
An award-winning baker, who has dished up pies and hot cross buns in the same Christchurch shop for 40 years, has put the timer on his career. Michael Meaclem…
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Trump says 'good talks' happening between US and Iran
United States correspondent Todd Zwillich spoke to Melissa Chan-Green about President Trump saying there had been "good talks" between the US and Iran as…
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More retailers offering buy-now pay later to meet demand
More retailers are offering buy now pay later services to meet shopper demand, but an industry association says a significant number remain unconvinced the…
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Tour captain named to lead All Blacks squad
The All Blacks squad today made 10 additions for their tour to South Africa, including three new faces. As well as the debutants, a new 'tour captain' has been…
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Christchurch cat explorer gains thousands of online fans
Wanted posters have sprung up around Christchurch for a feline explorer named Chase. But unlike your traditional 'wanted' poster, this one is to tell people…
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Evening business for 27 July 2026
News from the business sector, including a market report.
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Calls for pause on new AI data centres in order to develop regulations
The Green Party is calling for a one-year pause on new AI data centres, until stronger rules and regulations are put in place - with some pleased at the idea…
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NZ clothing brands being ripped off by offshore fast fashion
New Zealand clothing brands say they have had enough of offshore fast fashion giants using their images and ripping off their designs. For Aotearoa's fashion…
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Tensions high as greyhound racing enters final week before ban
As greyhound racing enters its final week before a nationwide ban takes effect, a video has emerged of a confrontation between activists and people at…
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Six decades on swimmer reflects on stolen win
Perth, 1962 and a New Zealand school girl was taking on the world's best at the Commonwealth Games. Against the odds it seemed like she'd won gold. That school…
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Over 30 wastewater overflows into land or water everyday
New Zealand has an average of 31 wastewater overflows a day into land or water, and that might not even be the full picture according to a report looking at…