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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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Changes for All Blacks ahead of second Wallabies test
There's been changes to the All Blacks team ahead of the second Wallabies test. Sports journalist Glen Larmer spoke to Lisa Owen.
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Warnings that international student numbers growing too fast
There are warnings international student numbers are growing too fast. Sector insiders say New Zealand is benefitting from competitors Australia and Canada…
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Some Starship child cancer treatments delayed amid staff shortages
Some child cancer treatments at Starship hospital are being delayed, amid allegations of serious staff shortages. Health Minister, Simeon Brown has confirmed…
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Wellington bar owners cutting costs to ward of steady decline in customers
Wellington bar owners say they're cutting costs and banking on large events to ward off a steady decline in takings. But while some see tourism as the best way…
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Worries that new schools are being built without libraries
The School Library Association is worried new schools are being built without libraries, because there's no dedicated funding. Some established ones are also…
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Debate raging after National promises to bring back parking requirements
Aucklanders say a plague of parked cars choking the city's suburban streets is not just an inconvenience but a matter of life or death. A debate is raging…
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Kiwis take on Kangaroos in Rugby League World Cup opener
The Rugby League World Cup starts tonight, with the Kiwis playing the Kangaroos in the opening game. Sports journalist Glen Larmer spoke to Lisa Owen.
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Leftover lawn turned into community vegetable garden
A bit of leftover lawn on a Whangarei street has grown into a living pantry for people in need. The berm has been transformed with an array of raised vege…
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Inflation in the US balloons past predictions
United States correspondent Todd Zwillich spoke to Lisa Owen about inflation in the US ballooning past predictions, as well as questions being raised about the…
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Dog attacks fall, but stronger laws still needed
The number of dog attacks has fallen in Auckland for the first time in six years. Incidents of roaming dogs are also down, according to Auckland Council's…
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UK head of intelligence gives annual address in London
United Kingdom correspondent Lucy Thomson spoke to Lisa Owen about the head of the intelligence service giving his annual address in London, as well as new…
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Evening business news for 14 October 2026
News from the business sector, including a market report.
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Kiwis and Kiwi Ferns turn to home for inspiration ahead of World Cup campaigns
The Kiwis and Kiwi Ferns are turning to home for inspiration ahead of their Rugby League World Cup campaigns. Both sides play their opening matches of the…
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Hundreds of items owned by The Chills' Martin Phillipps up for auction
Hundreds of collectables once owned by The Chills front man and rocker Martin Phillipps are up for auction, with proceeds to go to charity and causes close to…
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Weeds, slash worries at abandoned Kerikeri development
It could have transformed Kerikeri for the better, hundreds of urgently needed homes next to to the town centre, an expanded CBD, and public access to a scenic…
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How does diversity play a part in New Zealand?
Is diversity a good or bad thing for New Zealand? It was a question posed at TVNZ's multiparty debate last night, and four of the five leaders agreed it was…
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High levels of toxic pesticides found on food samples
A year long battle for information has revealed NZ Food Safety knew there were high levels of toxic pesticides on food samples, despite saying there was no…
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Can people tell whether they are talking to AI or a human?
Most people have had the irritating experience of talking to a chatbot, but could you guess every time whether you are chatting with AI or an actual human?…
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Pets increasingly being put in wills
While many of us assume we'll outlive our pets, what happens when they outlive us? A Public Trust survey finds that pets are increasingly being put in wills…
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All Whites caught up as English Championship paused due to racist chants
Three All Whites club sides have been caught up in ugly scenes in football's English Championship today. The match between Swansea City and Milwall was paused…
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Green Party promise to give councils power to set up bed levy
The Green Party is backing a bed levy, and says it will give councils the tool they need to charge visitors spending the night so regions can fund…
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Saudi Arabia's warning system failed before attacks
Middle East correspondent Madeline Croad spoke to Lisa Owen about revelations that Saudi Arabia's public warning system was essentially switched off prior to a…
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Proposed animal welfare rule changes could mean end of rodeo events
Proposed changes to animal welfare rules could mean the end of some rodeo events. The National Animal Welfare Advisory Committee is considering new roping…
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Qantas flight grounded after bed bug outbreak
Australia correspondent Katie Silver spoke to Lisa Owen about a Qantas flight that was grounded after a bed bug outbreak, as well as 16 year olds being able to…
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Black Ferns to kick off three test series against France
The Black Ferns kick off a three test series against France in Hamilton this weekend. Leading into this WXV home series, Black Ferns coach Whitney Hansen has…
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Dentist says more needs to be done to keep young mouths healthy
A South Canterbury dentist, who sometimes pulls out a hundred teeth a day says more needs to be done to keep young mouths healthy. Timaru Dentist Fraser Dunbar…
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Special radar aids search for unmarked graves
A special radar is aiding the search for unmarked graves of patients who died in care in mental asylums near Dunedin. The region has a long - and often dark -…
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Safety concerns as coastguard grounds two volunteer air patrol teams
Coastguard has grounded its two volunteer air patrol and search teams in the Upper North Island raising concerns about boaties safety at Aotearoa heads into…
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Time running out for people to enrol to vote
People have 12 days left to enrol to vote, with enrolments closing at midnight on October 25th. Unlike previous elections, you can not sign up and vote on…
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Woman who suffered botched overseas surgery fails to get money back
A New Zealand medical tourist whose weight loss operation went wrong in Turkey says her bid to get her money back has hit a wall. Helen Watson had gastric…
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Matthew Richardson sent home from World Championships amid misconduct claims
He was Australian cycling's golden boy on the track - then he jumped ship to Great Britain, triggering a major fallout within the sport. Now sprinter Matthew…
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Provocative political billboards go missing days after going up
A series of provocative political billboards have gone missing in Tauranga, just days after they went up. The boards were branded with the slogan 'I'd rather…
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US immigration agents raid democratic congresswoman's home
United States correspondent Todd Zwillich spoke to Lisa Owen about a raid by immigration agents on a democrat congresswoman's home just weeks out from the…
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Another day on the campaign trail sees little in way of policies
The campaign trail was explosive for some today, but with little in the way of policy. ACT leader David Seymour blasted just shy of 50,000 tonnes of rocks in a…
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Education Minister slams Teaching Council after sex offender allowed to teach
The Education Minister believes the case of a child sex offender who was able to keep teaching despite multiple warning signs, is not isolated. Barrister…
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UK set up taskforce to prepare for extreme weather
United Kingdom correspondent Lucy Thomson spoke to Lisa Owen about the UK Defence Secretary weighing in on Trump's Russia diesel deal, as well as the UK…
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Kiwis and Kiwi Ferns kick off their World Cup campaigns
Both the Kiwis and Kiwi Ferns kick off their World Cup campaigns this week. It's been 18 years since the Kiwis one and only title, and the current group of…
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Businesses taking on extra staff for the Christmas season
Ten weeks from Christmas, businesses have started taking on extra staff to cope with what they hope will be a rush on retail. Retail NZ said the December…
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One in three households experience food insecurity in past year
One in every three households have experienced food insecurity in the past year. Statistically speaking, the means you or one of your immediate neighbours…
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ACT looks to cut benefits for those not working due to mental health
ACT wants to save hundreds of millions of dollars by cutting the number of people on health and disability benefits, and it is focusing on those not working…
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New social housing complex designed for adults with autism
A new social housing complex in Auckland's Orewa will soon be home to five people with autism whose apartments have been designed to reduce sensory overload…
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National drops fiscal plan, with no tax cuts or super policy
National has finally dropped its fiscal plan for this years election, but it's what is not in it that's capturing interest. No tax cuts, and no superannuation…
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Chiefs vs Chiefs: teams go to High Court legal battle
The opening salvos in the Chiefs vs Chiefs legal battle has been heard at the High Court in Wellington today. The case centres on NZ Rugby's bid to stop Papua…
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Fans face major train delays after Eden Park All Blacks game
Auckland transport has done a rapid review after train delays left hundreds of fans waiting to get home from Saturday's All Blacks game at Eden Park. The chief…
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Indonesian wildfires sending toxic smog across Southeast Asia
Correspondent in Singapore, Adam Hancock spoke to Lisa Owen about some schools in Southeast Asia closing due to a toxic haze choking much of the region…
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Farmers frustrated by poor reception after 3G turned off
Farmers are worried about unreliable mobile service on much of their property, according to a new survey. 65 percent of farmers said they can't rely on getting…
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Development in Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor investigation
United Kingdom correspondent Lucy Thomson spoke to Lisa Owen about a development in the active investigation against Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, as well as…
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Evening business for 9 October 2026
News from the business sector, including a market report.
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All Blacks set to put historic Eden Park streak on the line
The All Blacks are set to put their historic streak at Eden Park on the line. Meanwhile the Wallabies are looking for their first win at the fortress since…
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Israeli military killing Palestinians despite ceasefire says Doctors Without Borders
It is almost a year since the so-called cease fire came into effect in the Israel-Gaza conflict. The Gaza health ministry says more than 73,000 have died in…
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Young people in new Auckland electorate need more to believe their vote matters
Young people in Auckland's new Henderson electorate say more needs to be done to encourage them that their vote matters. The electorate has been reformed with…
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AI could be contributing to high youth unemployment
Youth unemployment has reached crisis levels and AI may have something to do with it, according to a new report by the Institute of Economic Research. The…
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Changes to lifejacket rules worry professional rowers
Changes to lifejacket rules have made a splash, with professional rowers worried the bulky vests will slow them down. Lifejackets are now mandatory for anyone…
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Need for national events strategy, more stable funding
Aotearoa needs a national events strategy, with a consistent and transparent framework for deciding what gets government money, according to a new report. The…
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White Ferns head into T20 series with interim head coach
The White Ferns head to Australia for a three-match T20 series against the world number one side next week, with an interim head coach and a stand in team…
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Leftover cow bones could be used to rebuild human jaws
Left over cow bones could play a pivotal role in building back human jaws. Otago University Scientists have been working on ways to use minerals in the bones…
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Calls for animal friendly carriages on NSW trains
Australia correspondent Katie Silver spoke to Lisa Owen about an AI company, which was set to be the Australian Stock Market's biggest listing in decades, but…
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Are you 'politically fatigued' by the election?
Are you politically worn out? There's still 29 days to the election, but with a barrage of policy announcements everyday many may feel like they've hit a wall…