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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.
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Tennis fans in for hot competition to get Australian Open tickets
Tennis fans wanting to get cheap tickets to the only Grand Slam in this part of the world will have to get in early. Changes to the ticketing for the…
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Ultra-marathon runner fundraising for children with disabilities
An ultra marathon runner is going the distance, fundraising for children living with disabilities so they can hopefully move more freely. Hawkes Bay runner…
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No let up in attacks in US-Iran war
United States correspondent Todd Zwillich spoke to Lisa Owen about the latest on attacks in the US-Iran war, as well as the US president putting a 50 percent…
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Ryan Fox still processing 'life-changing' British Open win
New Zealand golfer Ryan Fox is still processing his "life-changing" win at the British Open after sinking a birdie putt on the 18th hole and securing victory…
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UK's new Prime Minister Andy Burnham set to take over
United Kingdom correspondent Lucy Thomson spoke to Lisa Owen about Andy Burnham preparing to step in as Prime Minister, as well as controversial influencer…
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Questions over what effort was made to divert LynnMall attacker from extremism
A police National Security Group senior staff member has faced a grilling today over what efforts were made to divert LynnMall attacker Ahamed Samsudeen from…
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Evening business for 20 July 2026
News from the business sector, including a market report.
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Spain defeat Argentina to claim FIFA World Cup title
Spain etched their name into the history books as winners of the first ever 48 team, 104 match FIFA World Cup. A one-nil victory over a 10 man Argentina in New…
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Teenager turns school project into flourishing business
A Rotorua teenager is rolling in the success of an ice cream business that started as a school project. Izzy Talbot launched Izzys ice cream in March, The ice…
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Meth pipes available at shops across the country
It's a paradox that police and politicians say needs solving. Methamphetamine is a strictly banned and highly destructive drug. It's also illegal, according to…
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Government giving $60 million funding boost to save cement producer
Taxpayers are kicking in tens of millions of dollars to save a cement company owned by Fletcher Building, with the government saying it's an exceptional case…
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Auckland's biggest sewer pipe officially in action
Auckland's biggest and most expensive sewer pipe is officially online, with the council promising fewer overflows and healthier waterways. Watercare says it'll…
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Government supercharge promised revamp of planning laws
The government is supercharging its promised revamp of planning laws - making further changes - which the opposition parties decry as unworkable and…
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Parents stumping up for school bus services after MOE pulls funding
Parents of a couple hundred school children in the Manawatu town of Ashhurst are having to dip into their pockets for buses to Palmerston North from today, as…
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Weight loss medicines changing the way consumers shop
The rise of weight loss jabs could completely change the way people shop, and not just for food, according to a leading business consultancy. A new report by…
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Ryan Fox wins Open Championship with unforgettable finish
A clutch birdie on the final hole has crowned Ryan Fox The Open champion and delivered New Zealand another major golfing triumph. Sports editor Dana Johannsen…
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Celebrations across the world as Spain clinches World Cup title
It was never going to be your typical Monday morning. The traditionally quiet start to the working week gave way to chanting and emotional celebrations around…
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Dozens killed in latest US Iran war flare up
Middle East correspondent Madeline Croad spoke to Lisa Owen about dozens - including three American soldiers - who have been killed in the latest flare up in…
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Onslaught of cat owners worried about pets catching bird flu
A Wairarapa vet has had an onslaught of calls from cat owners worried about their felines catching bird flu. On Friday it was confirmed a Kahu infected with…
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Under-16s in England banned from buying energy drinks
United Kingdom correspondent Lucy Thomson spoke to Lisa Owen about Keir Starmer making his final visit to Ukraine as Prime Minister, as well as the government…
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Beloved community centre on the hunt for new home
A beloved community centre which has served as a second home to tens of thousands of Queenstowners over 35 years in on the hunt for a new home of its own…
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Evening business for 17 July 2026
News from the business sector, including a market report.
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Irish set to attempt to break All Blacks unbeaten Eden Park streak
The Irish are set to attempt to fell the fortress which has stood for three decades. The All Blacks have been unbeaten at Eden Park for 32 years and 52 tests…
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Not enough emphasis on quitting vapes - researcher
There's not enough emphasis on quitting vapes and they should only be supplied through pharmacies or cessation programmes, according to a leading researcher in…
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Worries bird flu could wipe out species already on the brink
South Island wildlife tourism businesses say they're not panicking, but they are prepared for bird flu to spread. A second case of the deadly H5N1 strain has…
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Wildlife hospital that treated second case speaks on bird flu
A second bird flue case has been confirmed in New Zealand, and this time it has infected a native bird, the Kahu, a swap harrier hawk. The bird was sent to…
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Emergency management investigating Civil Defence website crash
Emergency management is investigating why the Civil Defence website crashed after last night's earthquake when people needed information and advice. The quake…
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NEMA to investigate Civil Defence website crash
The National Emergency Management Agency will investigate why the Civil Defence website crashed following last night's magnitude 5.9 earthquake in Southland…
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Native bird confirmed as second case of deadly bird flu
A second case of a deadly strain of the bird flu has been confirmed, this time in Wairarapa. The bird is a native Kahu, swamp harrier hawk. DOC is already…
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Calls for Hamilton's underground station to be re-opened
While the opening date for Auckland's long-awaited underground rail is yet to be announced, Hamilton's station below the street has been there for decades. Few…
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All Blacks put streak on the line at Eden Park
The All Blacks insist it is not fear that is motivating them to perform in tomorrow night's test against Ireland at Eden Park. The hosts will put their 52…
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Shipwreck stolen from Northland beach
Police are investigating the alleged pilfering of an old shipwreck washed up on a Northland beach. A group of people using a tractor apparently took timber…
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US launches more strikes against Iran
Middle East correspondent Madeline Croad spoke to Lisa Owen about the US military launching more strikes against Iran. It comes almost a week after hostilities…
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Second case of deadly strain of bird flu confirmed
A second case of a deadly strain of bird flu has been confirmed, this time in a native bird in the Wairarapa. The discovery follows confirmation on Wednesday…
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Australian businesses refunded, US tariffs deemed unlawful
Australia correspondent Nick Grimm spoke to Lisa Owen about businesses receving some welcome refund payments from the US government as they recoup money…
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Officers on trial questioned over witness descriptions
Witness descriptions have been brought to the forefront of the trial of two former police officers, accused of perverting the course of justice. The judge…
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Evening business for 16 July 2026
News from the business sector, including a market report.
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Number of changes to All Blacks squad taking on Ireland
All Blacks coach Dave Rennie has named his side set to defend the three-decade unbeaten streak at Eden Park. There are a number of changes to the squad gearing…
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Veterinary medication being cut into cocaine
Veterinary medication is being cut into cocaine and other drugs, according to High Alert, which is part of the National Drug Intelligence Bureau. Levamisole is…
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Devonport locals speak out about planned development
A quaint seaside suburb in Auckland could soon have buildings towering six storeys above its heritage main street, if a property developer's radical plan gets…
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Teachers considering quitting over misogynistic students
Female teachers say they've thought of quitting their careers because of harrassment driven by a rise in misogyny and extreme views being expressed in…
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How is New Zealand going to respond to bird flu?
Specialist MPI investigators have been combing the Petone beach where a bird infected with the H-5 virus was found. The ministry says there is no evidence of…
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Wishful thinking that government will help councils - Mayor
The mayor of a flood-prone town says it's wishful thinking that the government will help councils to fund their climate adaptation plans. The government has…
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ASH supports vaping to quit smoking
Follow the evidence, and the evidence shows that vaping helps people quit smoking. That from ASH, in reponse to a Wellington's main stop smoking service…
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Bird hospitals bracing themselves for bird flu outbreak
Bird lovers near ground zero, where the first detected case of H5N1 bird flu landed on our shores, are steeling themselves for a busy period protecting…
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Green party want workers automatically enrolled in unions
The Green Party wants all new workers to automatically be enrolled in unions. Their election policy would mean the onus is on workers to opt out. The first…
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Auckland FC still without coach weeks out from Tottenham clash
A-League champions Auckland FC are close to meeting their self-imposed deadline of locking in a new head coach. The club's inaugural coach Steve Corica left…
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Rural community still waiting on bridge repair
A small central Hawkes Bay community is still taking the long way round, more than three years after Cyclone Gabrielle damaged their bridge and their patience…
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Renewed US Iran hostilities stretch into fifth day
US correspondent Todd Zwillich spoke to Lisa Owen about President Donald Trump has urging Iran to "behave" as renewed hostilities with Iran stretch into a…
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Air NZ improves on time arrivals
Have you ever felt the frustration of sitting on a plane that should have taken off ages ago, or the late touch down that messes up an important meeting? Well…
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Murder of UK Conservative MP described as 'targetted attack'
United Kingdom correspondent Grace Thomas spoke to Lisa Owen about counter-terrorism police investigating the murder of former Conservative MP Ann Widdecombe…
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Evening business for 15 July 2026
News from the business sector, including a market report.
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Sports betting becoming a problem among golf fans
A leading golfer says sports betting is becoming a problem among golf fans and is contributing to the personal abuse hurled at players. Englishman Matt…
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NZ Fashion Week to kick off as local labels struggle
Is New Zealand fashion out of fashion? Auckland is about to get dressed for the 25th anniversary of NZ Fashion Week, which kicks off this weekend. But it has…
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Potentially deadly bird flu strain found in New Zealand
A seabird found on Petone Beach has tested positive for the potentially deadly strain of H-5 bird flu. Chief executive of the Poultry Industry Association of…
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Police officer on trial in Hall case speaks on alleged evidence
A former senior detective accused of perverting the course of justice says it's up to the Crown - not police - to decide what evidence is presented to a jury…
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Bird Flu arrives in New Zealand
Bird Flu has arrived on our shores, the first case has been identified after a seabird found on Petone Beach tested positive for the deadly H-5 strain. The…
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Lake Alice survivor forced to live in car after accomodation supplement cancelled
A survivor of torture at the notorious Lake Alice child and adolescent unit was forced to live in his house bus in a public car park after his accommodation…
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Wellington's main stop smoking service quitting over refusal to promote vapes
Wellington's main stop smoking service is quitting because it says it won't promote vaping as an alternative to keep its government funding. Takiri Mai Te Ata…
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LynnMall attacker became fixated with lawyer prior to attack
A coroner's inquest has heard that LynnMall attacker Ahamed Samsudeen became fixated with his lawyer and ended up stalking her in the lead up to his stabbing…