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Checkpoint for Tuesday 28 January 2025
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Australia: Questions raised on Optus and Telstra regulation
5:50 PM.There's concern in Australia about what some regard as a too-cosy relationship between the major telco providers and the industry regulator whose job is to ensure customers are treated appropriately… Read more Audio
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NZ reviews aid for Kiribati after high-level meeting cancelled
5:45 PM.The Kiribati government has hit back at claims it snubbed New Zealand's Foreign Minister, saying it was actually the Kiwis who cancelled a meeting between Winston Peters and the country's president… Read more Audio
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Evening business for 28 January 2025
5:36 PM.News from the business sector, including a market report. Audio
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Steven Adams turns back NBA clock for Houston Rockets
5:33 PM.Steven Adams said he is returning to the form which earned him a $30 million NBA contract. Now with the Houston Rockets, Adams is close to full fitness again after battling an ongoing knee injury… Read more Audio
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Second suspected botulism outbreak killing birds in Timaru
5:27 PM.It follows a 1000 water foul at Otago's Waikouaiti waste water treatment plant dying from the bacterial disease. Otago fish and game said the majority of the dead birds collected so far were paradise… Read more Audio
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PM hints National will campaign on asset sales next year
5:18 PM.The Prime Minister has hinted National will campaign on asset sales next year, saying an election win in 2026 would be the mandate he needs to push ahead with selling off NZ owned assets. Christopher… Read more Audio
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West Auckland residents opposing cell tower plans
5:08 PM.A group of west Auckland residents are trying to stop a cell tower going up in their street saying there's been no consultation over the proposed 20 metre mast they believe could affect property… Read more Audio
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Woman describes moment NZ friend set on fire by ex partner
4:50 PM.A woman has described the horrific moment her New Zealand friend was set on fire, allegedly by her ex partner in Australia. The victim is now in an induced coma in hospital and has undergone multiple… Read more Audio
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SAFE speaks on video of violent attack on octopus
4:45 PM.An investigation is underway after a social media video was posted showing what's being described as a disturbing and violent attack on an octopus at a Bay of Plenty beach. In the video, a young man… Read more Audio
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Parents using alternative methods for nits due to treatment cost
4:42 PM.Headlice, also commonly known as nits, thrive in the warmer weather and often spread rapidly when kids return to school. But parents say they're hard to get rid of especially with the expensive cost… Read more Audio
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Chris Wood extends contract at Nottingham Forest
4:34 PM.Sports reporter Jamie Wall spoke to Lisa Owen about Chris Wood carving up the Premier League and stories from on and off the court at the Australian Open. Audio
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Father of three aiming to fund community bike track
4:27 PM.A south Auckland dad is digging deep into his own pockets to fund the dream of a public bike track for kids in his community, it could cost him up to $300,000. Father of three, Byron Scott has been… Read more Audio
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Giant pandas make debut at Washington DC's National Zoo
4:19 PM.United States correspondent Todd Zwillich spoke to Lisa Owen about the latest after Donald Trump returned to The Oval Office and Washington DC's National Zoo officially debuting a pair of furry… Read more Audio
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Phone call service to combat loneliness looking for more volunteers
4:07 PM.A programme to combat loneliness over the phone is aiming to double its volunteer numbers as demand for the service continues to grow. Hato Hone St John's free Caring Caller service has been running… Read more Audio