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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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Final round of the regular Super Rugby season set to kick off
It's the final round of the regular Super Rugby season. While some teams are resting front-liners for the playoffs, others are fighting to progress, while one…
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Orange heavy rain warnings for top of Sth Island
Metservice has issued orange heavy rain warnings for the top of the South Island and the West Coast with up to 600 millimetres of rain expected in some areas…
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Tasman residents still recovering a year on after flooding
Some people are still recovering a year after two winter floods caused widespread damage across the Tasman district, while many work on being better prepared…
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Half a mil in funding could’ve kept SAIL GP in Akld - Coutts
A extra half million dollars in funding could have kept Sail GP on New Zealand waters, according to event founder Sir Russell Coutts. Last month the government…
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Egmont Honey Pro is brings top-level longboarding to Taranaki
Fresh off the back of the World Surf League Championship Tour stop in Raglan this month, the surfing community's focus turns to New Plymouth where the Egmont…
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All White’s socials skyrockets after shout out by Scarsini
From 4,500 followers on social media to over 1.3 million, all thanks to an Argentinean influencer. All White Tim Payne's profile has skyrocketed after Valen…
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All White’s socials skyrockets after shout out by Scarsini
From 4,500 followers on social media to over 1.3 million, all thanks to an Argentinean influencer. All White Tim Payne's profile has skyrocketed after Valen…
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Police warn drivers ahead of busy traffic for the long weekend
Police will be taking a hardline on bad behaviour on the roads this long weekend. Officers will be quote "unapologetic," in focusing on seatbelts, speed and…
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Iran war at 90 days with no peace deal
90 days and no peace deal, that's where things stand with the US-Israel war with Iran. While there isn't a definitive end to the conflict yet, a 60-day…
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Robbie Mortimer slammed over rendition of Australian anthem
Robbie Mortimer's version of Advance Australia Fair at the State of Origin opener on Wednesday has been so brutal, the country singer has had to put his phone…
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Tasman brings in new rules for cat ownership
A cat crack down is coming for Tasman District. From Monday, a new bylaw means moggies six months and older need to be microchipped desexed and registered. The…
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Winston Peters on Nicola Willis’ superannuation comments
Keeping NZ super as it is, is a strike against intergenerational equity according to the Finance Minister Nicola Willis. Winston Peter's has described her…
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Docs hope money for digital upgrades to cut admin time
Emergency doctors are hoping money for digital upgrades will cut admin time for clinicians. Budget 2026 has dedicated more than 150 million dollars for Health…
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Budget 2026 Panel
Phil O'Reilly from government relations and policy advisory firm Iron Duke, Tania Pouwhare from Good Shephard, an NGO that helps women, girls and their…
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Budget 2026 analysis with RNZ's Gyles Beckford
RNZ's economics correspondent Gyles Beckford spoke to Lisa Owen about the 2026 Budget.
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Finance minister Nicola Willis on Budget 2026
Finance Minister Nicola Willis speaks to Lisa Owen about Budget 2026.
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Brad Olsen on Budget 2026
Infometrics chief economist Brad Olsen has been poring over the Budget.
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No surpises, no lolly scrambles - Budget 2026 at a glance
No surprises, no rabbits out of the hat, no lolly scrambles... The finance minister has preached the importance of fiscal discipline and sustainability as her…
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Patient Voice Aotearoa responds to Budget 2026
A patient advocate says as far as our health system goes .. there's barely enough money allocated to "keep the lights on" let alone develop any services…
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Students protest scrapping fees-free study
Hundreds of students have marched through New Zealand streets today, protesting against the government's decision to scrap fees-free tertiary study.
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Infrastructure NZ responds to Budget 2026
Infrastructure New Zealand CEO Nick Leggett spoke to Lisa Owen about Budget 2026.
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Salvation Army responds to Budget 2026
Salvation Army director of social policy spoke Dr Bonnie Robinson spoke to Lisa Owen about the 2026 budget.
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Moana Pasifika staff to be paid until late July
Moana Pasifika is set to fold at the end of the season, but a financial lifeline means staff will be paid out until the end of July. Sports reporter Jonty Dine…
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Labour responds to the budget
Labour finance spokesperson Barbara Edmonds discussed her party's take on the 2026 budget with Lisa Owen.
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New strikes and no deal - latest on US-Iran war
The United States has reportedly carried out new strikes in Iran targeting a military site which officials say could have endangered American forces…
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What's in Budget 2026?
Deputy political editor Craig McCulloch discusses the 2026 budget with Lisa Owen
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UK unveil new restrictions on children’s use of social media
United Kingdom correspondent Lucy Thomson spoke to Lisa Owen about how decision to spare two boys jail time following rape convictions is now under review by…
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Proposed LNG import facility at Port Taranaki faces opposition
Opposition to a proposal for a Liquified Natural Gas import facility at Port Taranaki has been aired at a public meeting in New Plymouth. The government said…
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All Whites are leaving their club sides for national team duty
Two weeks out from the Football World Cup, the All Whites are leaving their club sides for national team duty. The five players from the new A-League…
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Finance Minister says right Budget for the times
The Finance Minister says she's crafted the right Budget for the times ... as the Reserve Bank warns times are tough. It's held the Official Cash Rate steady -…
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Airports anxious flight cuts will become permanent
Is it death by a thousand flight cuts? Air New Zealand's trimming its schedule again as the jet fuel crisis bites. Earlier this month, the airline revealed it…
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Beloved Dunedin theatre celebrates 150th anniversary
A beloved Dunedin theatre is celebrating its 150th anniversary by harking back to its opening night, with Music Hall shows featuring sketches, comic songs and…
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Official Cash Rate unchanged for now, but hikes on their way
Good news for people with mortgages, the official cash rate is unchanged for now, but hikes are coming. The Reserve Bank is expecting inflation to head north…
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Homeschool parents thrilled at backdown of law change
Homeschool parents are thrilled at a last-minute backdown to a proposed law change they thought tarnished all educators because of the actions of a few bad…
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New electric-hybrid ferry takes to the water in Auckland
A new electric-hybrid ferry has taken to the water in Auckland, ahead of being put into service next month. It's the first of two electric ferries public…
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Crusaders coach's combative press conference
It was round two between Rob Penney and reporters this morning. The Crusaders coach had another combative press conference after the news of his departure at…
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Ski field hopes Aussies won’t be put off by travel costs
A major ski field operator's hoping Aussies nervous about the possibility of fuel disruptions, won't be put off coming to Aotearoa this season. Some slopes…
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Bolivia’s president suggests he'll cut his salary in half
Americas correspondent Katie Silver spoke to Lisa Owen about how as anti-government protests continue in Bolivia, the country's president has suggested he'll…
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What does a flax roots business want from Budget 2026?
The country's money pie will be carved up tomorrow, with a bunch of people eager to see how fat their slice is or if they get a bite at all. The top secret…
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Australia correspondent
In Australia there's been some rare good news on the cost-of-living front with householders told they can expect significant cuts to electricity prices.
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Evening business for 26 May 2026
News from the business sector, including a market report..
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Roger Tuivasa-Scheck plays last NRL game
Former Warriors captain Roger Tuivasa-Scheck has played his last game in the NRL. This is not an exit on the player's terms; he has been sidelined by a knee…
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Budget a 'team effort' - Willis
The finance minister said there'll be no surprises and no sugar hits in this year's Budget, as she picks up her pride and joy from the printer. Nicola Willis…
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Norsewear socks worn by Sir Edmund Hillary to be on display
The Norsewear Farm Fleck style socks were worn by Sir Edmund Hillary on various expeditions and have graced posters and magazine covers. Until now, the socks…
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Long-term unemployed Wellingtonians ‘deflated’
"I don't know where to go, I don't know what to do, to afford living and pay the bills." That's the message from those who are still unemployed in Wellington…
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Rural hospitals operating below capacity despite high demand
Rural and Community hospitals are operating well below capacity despite demand for emergency care and diagnostic services rapidly increasing, according to a…
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NZ joining drug strike-force in world's cocaine capital
New Zealand police are joining a drug strike-force in Colombia aimed at fighting trafficking through the Pacific. Since the beginning of the year, more than 17…
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Auckland woman attacked more than once by roaming dogs
An Auckland woman who has been attacked more than once by dogs on her street is now too afraid to walk her dog outside her gate. A resident in a neighbouring…
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Questions are mounting over water meters cost
Questions are mounting over the estimated half-a-billion-dollar price tag for installing water meters in Wellington.
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Australian bee species rediscovered in Christchurch
There's a buzz in Christchurch over an Aussie visitor that may prove an asset in local gardens and farms. A bee species from across the Tasman, Leioproctus…
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US Military launches multiple strikes in southern Iran
US Central Command said the strikes, which targeted mine-laying boats and missile launch sites, were defensive and conducted to "protect" American troops from…
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More people taking money out of Kiwisaver because of hardship
Cracks are appearing in people's retirement nest eggs, with more people taking money out of Kiwisaver on hardship groups. A new Consumer NZ survey, shows 16%…
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Latest news from the UK
UK correspondent Lucy Thomson speaks to Lisa Owen about the latest British news.
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Jury hears gruelling details about Auckland Gulf Harbour death
A jury in Auckland has heard gruelling details about the death of 70-year-old Shulai Wang whose body was found in Auckland's Gulf Harbour by a fisherman two…
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Carissa Moore claims World Surf League Raglan title
A five-time World Champion added another chapter to her story in the final of the New Zealand Pro surf event in Raglan today. Hawaiian Carissa Moore won her…
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Plane could fly dozens of greyhounds to Australia
From August, Greyhound racing will be illegal here. The move follows several critical reviews of the industry and concerns around animal welfare in the…