Checkpoints

There has been no let up in Russia's military offensive against Ukraine since Sunday Morning last spoke to ReliefAid founder Mike Seawright in Kyiv a month ago. He's back with us for an update on how… Audio

ReliefAid Founder and Executive Director Mike Seawright was on his way to oversee an aid operation in the Middle East when Russia's invasion of Ukraine kicked off. Seawright immediately diverted to… Audio

Northland's checkpoints started smoothly today, with last minute background checks holding up some Tai Tokerau Border Control workers the only speed bump.

Thousands of cars heading north passed… Video, Audio

Northland has locked in a summer in the red zone, with gathering limits set to stay in place across the rohe.

For businesses, it's another burn on top of being cut off from much of the country, with… Video, Audio

Māori leaders in Te Tai Tokerau have put in place mobile patrols to alleviate anxiety among the northern communities.

Iwi had planned to put in place a checkpoint north of Whangarei after concerns… Audio

A confrontational radio interview about iwi-run roadside checkpoints this week prompted complaints of racism. Broadcaster Sean Plunket condemned one iwi’s actions as “separatism,” asked an iwi leader… Audio

Professor of Law Al Gillespie talks about the issues facing police and law enforcement with iwi checkpoints set up to protect communities. Police say they were fearing protests if they shut them down.

Willie Te Aho, Te Whānau-a-Maruhaeremuri hapu chair says they will continue to protect their communty from Covid 19 crossing their borders even when the country moves to level three next week. Audio

A bogus breath-testing checkpoint, which targeted a group of euthanasia supporters, has been ruled unlawful and unjustified by the police watchdog and privacy commissioner. Video, Audio