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Friday, 27 February 2026
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Dunedin croquet club turning cheese rolls into a new clubroom
A Dunedin croquet club has been roughing it since 2018 after asbestos was found in their old clubrooms. The Tainui Croquet Club has no electricity, fresh water comes from a hose poked through a nearby… Read more Audio
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Australia leading the pack after two rounds of Super Rugby Pacific
27 Feb 2026After two rounds of Super Rugby Pacific, the Aussies are leading the pack. The Brumbies and Waratahs are setting the pace with New Zealand-based sides occupying spots three to eight on the table and… Read more Audio
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Pedestrian advocacy group pushes back on proposed changes to bike rules
27 Feb 2026A pedestrian advocacy group is pushing back against the Government's proposed changes to cycling on the footpath - saying only children aged 5 or younger should be allowed. Living Streets Aotearoa… Read more Audio
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American citizen killed in clash between Cuban coastguard and speedboat
27 Feb 2026Americas' correspondent Katie Silver spoke to Lisa Owen about officials confirming that an American citizen was killed in yesterday's clash between Cuba's coastguard and a US-registered speedboat. Audio
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Are frozen or fresh veggies better for you?
At the supermarket what makes you decide between fresh or frozen veggies? If it's price or nutritional value, then you may be interested to know what really comes out on top. According to the latest… Read more Audio
Thursday, 26 February 2026
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Dunedin band opening for Foo Fighters objected to by councillors
26 Feb 2026A Dunedin high school band that will open for the Foo Fighters early next year says it's unlikely they'll play another gig organised by the city council. The band SEEK HELP! from Queen's High School… Read more Audio
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Men accused of killing innocent Sydney grandfather appear in court
26 Feb 2026Two men accused of abducting and killing an innocent Sydney grandfather have appeared in court on murder charges. It's a case that captured global attention after authorities said the 85-year-old's… Read more Audio
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Evening business for 27 February 2026
26 Feb 2026News from the business sector, including a market report. Audio
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Portia Woodman-Wickliffe bowing out of international rugby
26 Feb 2026The greatest of all time is hanging up her black jersey. Portia Woodman-Wickliffe, who came out of retirement for last years World Cup, has again announced she is bowing out of the international… Read more Audio
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Seymour calls for government to remove stake in Air New Zealand
The Deputy Prime Minister has got his own safety message for Air New Zealand after the airline posted a $40 million loss for the six months ended December. David Seymour has described the national… Read more Audio
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Rescuer in fatal Dunedin flat crush recognised for his actions
26 Feb 2026A man present at a deadly Dunedin student party in 2019 says the night is burned in his memory. Samson Aruwa helped to free at least 30 people from a stairwell pile-up and carried 19-year-old… Read more Audio
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Wives of firefighters killed in landslide recount hearing of their deaths
26 Feb 2026The wives of two firefighter killed in a landslide during Cyclone Gabrielle have recounted the moment they learned their partners had died. Volunteer firefighters Dave van Zwanenberg and Craig Stevens… Read more Audio
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About this programme
Checkpoint is RNZ's drive-time news and current affairs programme, tackling the national and international stories of the day.
The show airs weekdays fro4-6pm and is hosted by Lisa Owen.
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