Checkpoint

Visual journalist Nick Monro asks people if the government should provide help to first home buyers. Audio

New Zealanders blindsided by the government's announcement to scrap the First Home Grants scheme, say the news comes as a slap in the face. Lucy Xia reports. Audio

The government says it is frustrated there has been no progress in bringing New Zealanders stuck in New Caledonia home today. Political Editor Jo Moir speaks to Susana Leiataua Audio

The Black Ferns have dropped two of its biggest stars following their shock loss to Cananda. Ruby Tui and Ruahei Demant are out of the starting fifteen for this weekend's clash with Australia in… Read more Audio

United States correspondent Todd Zwillich speaks to Susana Lei'ataua about the latest from Donald Trump's criminal trial and reports of a Christian nationalist flag hanging in front of the house of a… Read more Audio

Teaching Council CEO Lesley Hoskin speaks to Susana Leiataua about primary school teacher failing basic science and maths. Audio

South Africa correspondent Elna Schütz speaks to Susana Lei'ataua about Jacob Zuma's ineligibility to be a member of parliament, the latest on the country's climate change commitments and what shape… Read more Audio

The government has committed 24-million dollars to the I am Hope initiative Gumboot Friday, which provides counselling to young people. Audio

News from the business sector, including a market report. Audio

A tough decision, but the right one. That's how the coalition is characterising its call to scrap grants for first home buyers - with no more applications being accepted as of today. Deputy political… Read more Audio

The weight is somewhat off the Warriors' shoulders, following their dramatic win over the reigning premiers, the Panthers at the weekend. However, still descimated from injury, their attention quickly… Read more Audio

Solomon Airlines has stepped up to bridge the gap between New Zealand and Vanuatu. Felix Walton reports. Audio