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Checkpoint is RNZ’s weekday drive-time news programme. Our multi-media show broadcasts on 101FM, and you can also watch it live on our website, Freeview Channel 50 and Face TV on Sky Channel 083. Hosted by Lisa Owen.
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Man jailed for 7 years over kiss appeals in Supreme Court
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Bowel movements may have caused Pullman Covid-19 outbreak
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Rugby rights deal may push SKY TV prices up - CEO
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Evening business for 23 February 2021
News from the business sector, including a market report. [embed] https://players.brightcove.net/6093072280001/default_default/index.html?videoId=6234...
Ex-DHB psychologist claims chronic failings in mental health services
A health professional who has been on the front line of the mental health crisis in Aotearoa says the sector is "chronically underfunded" and fears di...