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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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Two men re-arrested as part of RAF Fairford investigation
United Kingdom correspondent Lucy Thomson spoke to Lisa Owen about two men who have been re-arrested as part of a counter-terrorism investigation into the…
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Australian Diamonds confident they can beat Silver Ferns
The Australian Diamonds are confident they can beat the Silver Ferns in Christchurch tonight to level the Constellation Cup. The final two Tests will be played…
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Hundreds of endangered weevils released into the wild
Hundreds of endangered Canterbury knobbled weevils have been released at a secret location. The tiny beetles are protected under the Wildlife Act, and were…
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Lawyers disect photo montage in Scott Watson appeal
Crown lawyers in the Supreme Court today say a photo montage at the heart of Scott Watson's appeal is only one piece of evidence in an overwhelming case…
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Cost of living remains number one issue for voters
Higher prices and cost of living remain the number one election issue for many around the motu. The IPSOS Issues monitor survey had had it in the top spot for…
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Community fighting to stop sale of Kainga Ora housing
Community activists and politicians are fighting to stop the sale of a Kainga Ora owned social housing development in Wellington. The sale has sparked local…
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Kiwi company revolutionising e-waste eyes up Texas factory
An innovative Kiwi company, that is revolutionising the way e-waste is recycled is building a factory in Texas. Mint Innovation is using a lower carbon…
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PNG Chiefs unveil jersey amid legal battle with NZ Rugby
The PNG Chiefs have today unveiled their first jersey and logo, marking another milestone on the road to their NRL debut in 2028. The big reveal comes in the…
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Thousands of university and polytech staff walk off the job
Thousands of university and polytech staff have walked off the job across the country today. The Tertiary Education Union estimates 8000 members are…
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Dogs learning to sniff out diseases from urine samples
Researchers are teaching a select few Waikato dogs to sniff out a tropical disease known as snail fever. The disease is caused by a parasitic worm and can…
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Man who attacked Australian MP with car appears in court
The man accused of brutally attacking an independent Australian MP has appeared in court today. Helen Haines was rammed twice and left pinned between two cars…
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Hawke's Bay mother challenges politicians to live on her income
A Hawke's Bay vet nurse and mother of two is challenging politicians to live on her income for a month and decide what they're prepared to sacrifice to balance…
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Australian MP remains in critical condition after attack
Australia correspondent Nick Grimm spoke to Lisa Owen about the fallout from the attack on the Victorian MP Helen Haines who was hit by a vehicle yesterday in…
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Evening business news for 20 October 2026
News from the business sector, including a market report.
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Humans putting Kaikoura's penguins under stress
Sticky beaked humans are putting Kaikoura's little blue penguins under stress, forcing volunteers to set up safe spaces away from prying eyes. The Kaikoura…
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Football Ferns cut tour short after earthquake strikes Panama
The Football Ferns are home recovering from their scare in Panama. The side were forced to cut their tour short after a 7.7 magnitude earthquake struck the…
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Calls for pricing review as Selwyn water prices spike
A Selwyn councillor says water charges could reach a point where people simply cannot afford to pay, as thousands call for the Canterbury district's pricing…
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Scott Watson appealing murder conviction in Supreme Court
Scott Watson's defence lawyers say police "primed" and "pressured" a key eyewitness to identify Watson in a photo montage. Watson is appealing his convictions…
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Rotorua's homeless leaving the city at night to avoid being moved on
Some of Rotorua's homeless are busing out of the central city in the evenings to avoid being moved on, according to the Salvation Army. Emergency housing in…
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Hipkins challenges Luxon to talk on health in leaders debate
Chris Hipkins has challenged Christopher Luxon to talk health ahead of the final leaders' debate this evening. It has emerged as one of the campaign's big…
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Australian MP loses her leg after violent car attack
An Australian politician has lost her leg after a violent attack left her pinned between two cars. Independent MP Helen Haines was allegedly rammed by an SUV…
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Teenage witness describes bloody scene where Kyle Whorrall was attacked
A teenage witness has described the bloody scene at a bus stop following the attack that killed an American PhD student in Auckland. The teenager, who cannot…
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Silver Ferns to meet Diamonds for second test in Christchurch
The Silver Ferns are not going to let Australian netball take all the credit for their recent success. The Silver Ferns opened the Constellation Cup with a…
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ACT Party backing more funding for trades training
The ACT Party wants trades to stop being treated as a second best option to university. It has launched a policy to boost the standing of and access to trade…
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US Air Force Member dies in sports game stunt
United States correspondent Todd Zwillich spoke to Lisa Owen about a US Air Force member who has died after a stunt ahead of a sports game in Texas went…
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Is political violence creeping onto our shores?
An Australian MP is in a critical condition after allegedly being rammed twice with an SUV in what appears to be a targeted attack. Back home, Speaker Gerry…
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French president responds to nationwide protests
Europe correspondent, Lucy Thomson spoke to Lisa Owen about French President Emmanuel Macron speaking in response to the latest nationwide protests, as well as…
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Teens on trial after pleading not guilty to murder of Kyle Whorral
The Crown says Kyle Whorral went to the shops and never came back. The 33-year-old PhD student from America was killed in an attack at a bus stop in the…
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Evening business news for Monday 19 October
News from the business sector, including a market report.
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Kiwis and Kiwi Ferns take World Cup campaign to Christchurch
The Kiwis and Kiwi Ferns have taken their Rugby League World Cup campaigns to Christchurch. The sides are set for a double header under the roof on the back of…
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Waikato sand quarry could be new home for Rhythm and Vines
A disused Waikato sand quarry could be the new home of music festival Rhythm and Vines, after its Gisborne swan song this summer. After almost a quarter of a…
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Pricing issues cause some New World stores to close
Supermarket customers have been facing long queues at New World. A pricing issue is causing the week's specials not to show up at some checkouts, causing some…
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Future of Gloriavale's school debated in court
Gloriavale says its school board did everything in its power when allegations of a historic sexual assault surfaced against a staff member. The opening…
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Police investigators uploaded evidence to AI against policy
Police investigators took evidence home and loaded it into unsecured artificial intelligence services on their own devices in breach of police policy…
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Te Pāti Māori MP Orinii Kaipara doubles down on Mongrel Mob meeting
Te Pāti Māori MP Orinii Kaipara is doubling down on her support for gangs, as the furore around a gang pad meet up continues to draw fire. Kaipara promised to…
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How long will a coalition agreement take?
The Christmas lights and tinsel may have come and gone by the time we have a new government, with a coalition deal not expected to come quickly. RNZ Political…
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King Country finally win Heartland Championship
King Country made history over the weekend, finally winning the trophy that's named after their most famous player - former All Black and King Country lock Sir…
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Silver Ferns one-up in Constellation Cup after win against Diamonds
The Silver Ferns are one up in the four test Constellation Cup, after beating the Australian Diamonds in Auckland last night. Sports reporter Bridget…
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Students build record breaking Rubik's Cube robot
Four University of Canterbury students have built a robot capable of solving a Rubik's Cube in under 10 seconds, smashing human world records. It took the…
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Massive fire at Canadian military base kills four soldiers
A massive blaze at a military base in Albert, Canada has killed at least four soldiers and left dozens injured, including 19 in a critical condition. The blaze…
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Halls of residences prices see students choosing to stay home
Is the cost of living away from home dictating students choice of university? Figures supplied to RNZ show fees for university halls of residence are going up…
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"Greatest of all therapy" - the herd of goats spreading joy
Checkpoint producer speaks to Lisa Owen about Grant Solley, a West Auckland man whose therapy goats put smiles on people's faces wherever they go.
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UK's NHS releases new guidelines on single-sex spaces
United Kingdom correspondent Lucy Thomson spoke to Lisa Owen about the National Health Service releasing new guidelines on single-sex spaces, as well as a new…
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All Blacks coach expresses dismay at draw for Rugby World Cup
All Blacks coach Dave Rennie has expressed his dismay at the draw for next year's Rugby World Cup. Rennie worried the bracket would see a repeat of the 2023…
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Suspected copper thieves cause internet outage
Suspected copper thieves have caused a major internet outage in parts of the Bay of island. It's affecting about 750 homes and businesses in the wider Russell…
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The business catching and delivering fresh seafood
A business that catches wild crayfish to order and delivers them fresh the next day, has won a top food award. Tora Collective took out gold in the primary…
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Has the CRL provided a boost for local businesses?
It appears to be a tale of two stations for businesses in Auckland's CBD following the opening of the long-delayed City Rail Link. One month has passed since…
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Power imbalance between Calendar Girls and dancers laid bare
A court case has laid bare the enormous power imbalance between dancers and a Wellington strip club where they worked; ultimately finding them to be employees…
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Te Puia carvers deliver Waka Maumahara
More than 100 years ago, a group of Kiwi soldiers toiled 20 metres below the streets of the historic French town of Arras during World War One. A group of…
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Police targeting womens sports to attract new recruits
Police a targetting a big weekend of womens sport hoping to attract new talent to their ranks, whether it be fans or players. They're running an ad campaign…
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Silver Ferns prepare to take on Australia
After winning gold at the Commonwealth Games, the Silver Ferns are preparing for their next big examination. The Silver Ferns are about to take on Australia, a…
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Rodeo association to fight proposed animal welfare rule changes
The Rodeo Cowboys Association plans to fight proposed animal welfare rules that could end some events. If adopted, changes to the Code of Welfare for Rodeos…
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Lockdown lifted for Australian chickens despite bird flu spreading
Australia correspondent Katie Silver spoke to Lisa Owen about a lockdown put in place to protect chickens from bird flu in Victoria being lifted, despite the…
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Displaced European survivors of WWII gather in Palmerston North
In the years after World War II, while Europe was in turmoil, New Zealand was embarking on an unprecedented period of growth. As the babies boomed, also 5000…
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Power bill increase after solar instal raises concerns
A shocking increase in the power bill for a marae that converted to solar energy has raised concerns about installers and regulation. The monthly power bill…
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Australian Defence Force discovers secret cameras on naval ship
Australia correspondent Nick Grimm spoke to Lisa Owen about the Australian Defence Force investigating the discovery of one or more secret cameras on board a…
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Fate of Piha camp ground to be decided
The fate of west Auckland's much loved Piha camp ground is being decided. The campground's been closed over winter, while Auckland Council considered its…
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Evening business news for 15 October 2026
News from the business sector, including a market report.