Checkpoint

"Without hats there is no civilization" according to French fashion designer Christian Dior. But as people tighten their belts it seems headwear is suffering with a renowned Wellington milliner, Hills… Read more Audio

US correspondent Todd Zwillich spoke to Lisa Owen about a judge dismissing two significant legal cases, including one against former FBI director James Comey, as well as the US upping pressure on… Read more Audio

Consumers are being warned to assume imported products including kids play things are not being tested and its best to avoid anything that could be contaminated or faulty. An asbestos scare has… Read more Audio

A group of past and present students from Motueka High School are among the youngest competitors to take on the Godzone adventure race that begins later this week in Marlborough. Between them, the… Read more Audio

United Kingdom correspondent Lucy Thomson spoke to Lisa Owen about a rise in Russian activity in UK waters, as well as poultry potentially being off the menu for some households in the UK this… Read more Audio

News from the business sector, including a market report. Audio

After nearly a year away from red ball cricket, Kane Williamson will return to the New Zealand test side for the upcoming series against the West Indies. Sports reporter Jonty Dine spoke to Lisa Owen.

A food waste researcher would like to see mandatory kerbside composting put back on the table, after researchers discovered just how much food is wasted in New Zealand every year. Their report… Read more Audio

The prime minister is struggling to hose down the opposition's claim his Kiwisaver policy is likely linked to a rise in the retirement age. The proposal unveiled yesterday would see employers required… Read more Audio

The government has unveiled its renovation to building rules, with changes including mandatory home warranties, indemnity insurance for some professionals and a doubling of penalties for so called… Read more Audio

The biggest losers in National's bid to super size Kiwisaver are low income earners and small businesses according to an economics expert. If re-elected National is proposing to raise Kiwisaver… Read more Audio

The mother of a man who died after being pepper sprayed in Mt Eden Prison wants to see meaningful change, as the second part of inquest into his death gets underway in Auckland. It's been nearly four… Read more Audio