Checkpoint for Tuesday 7 June 2022

6:26 PM.Auckland's big tennis tournament is making a comeback and organisers say it'll be as popular as ever. The ASB Classic has spent two years in the covid wilderness.. unable to take the court because of… Read more Audio

6:06 PM.The Health Minister's taken a swipe at one of the main nurses unions accusing it of failing to do its bit when it comes increasing wages. Nurses Organisation members were set to vote on a gender pay… Read more Video, Audio

5:54 PM.Who needs Uber when public transport will pick you up pretty much right outside your place? In Auckland, a trial is underway where travellers can order an electric van or car to pick you up and take… Read more Video, Audio

5:50 PM.The Warriors are on the hunt for a new coach. Nathan Brown's contract has been terminated after he told club CEO Cameron George he doesn't want to return to Auckland. Brown took on the role at the… Read more Audio

5:46 PM.The New Zealand First Foundation case has kicked off in court, with the Crown arguing those involved could be under "no illusion" they were committing electoral fraud. Two people are accused of… Read more Audio

5:44 PM.Police have cordoned off a property in Kingsbridge Place in the Wellington suburb of Newlands following a 'serious incident' this afternoon. Armed police and ambulances have been at the scene… Read more Video, Audio

5:33 PM.News from the business sector, including a market report. Audio

5:30 PM.A Havelock North McDonald's employee was told to cut down saying 'Kia Ora' at work - with his managing saying some people might not like it. The manager has since apologised after a post by the boy's… Read more Audio

5:27 PM.Politicians have put gangs back in their crosshairs - promising tough action to crack down on crime - as rival gangs face off in Auckland. National has floated anti-gang laws like those seen in… Read more Audio

5:24 PM.The shortage of healthcare workers could be about to get worse, after an Australian state announced a four-and-a-half billion dollar recruitment drive. The New South Wales Premier announced the move… Read more Video, Audio

5:15 PM.Aotearoa's open sign is out, but our main airport might be sending a different message with a large chunk of shops and eatieries there still closed despite tourists touching down. Last month, our… Read more Video, Audio

5:07 PM.Companies grappling with labour shortages are turning to hefty cash incentives to recruit staff. Several thousand dollar sign-on bonuses are up for grabs in some industries, and companies are also… Read more Video, Audio