John Campbell
Peat mining consent granted despite DOC concerns
Northland Regional Council has approved plans by Resin and Wax Holdings to dig up part of the Kaimaumau wetland, but conservationists fear it'll do irreparable harm to the environment. Audio
National urges assoc immigration minister to intervene
National's immigration spokesperson Michael Woodhouse says Associate Immigration Minister Kris Faafoi can - and should - intervene in Mark Middleton's deportation case. Audio
Operation won't slow down Phil Goff
Auckland mayor Phil Goff says he's "feeling better than ever" after having an operation to clear his arteries. He talks to John Campbell from his hospital bed about health, healthcare and power… Video, Audio
Protesters invade Starbucks after arrest of black men
Video of two men being arrested last Thursday went viral after the manager said they were told to leave because they asked to use the bathroom but hadn't purchased anything. Video, Audio
Christchurch's new QEII sports facility to open next month
The new QEII facility in Christchurch, which includes a 130m long hydroslide, a 25m lap pool, a leisure pool with a lazy river, spa and steam room, will open next month. Video, Audio
Speedway rider Ivan Mauger remembered as fiercely determined
Widely regarded as the best motorcycle speedway rider ever, Ivan Mauger died this morning aged 78, ending a battle of several years with a form of dementia. Video, Audio
Hundreds protest proposed axing of Taupo rescue helicopter
A proposal by the National Ambulance Sector Office would see rescue helicopter bases taken away from the central North Island town, as well as Rotorua and Te Anau. Video, Audio
Evening business for 16 April 2018
News from the business sector, including a market report. Video, Audio
Some Aucklanders could be powerless until next Sunday
Auckland homeowners and businesses still without power are becoming increasingly frustrated as they wait for the power to be restored, and some will have to wait until Sunday night before it is. Video, Audio
Karla Cardno's step-father facing deportation
Mark Middleton, 60, is facing deportation despite living in New Zealand since he was four-years-old. He told John Campbell Immigration NZ and police were "hostile" when they took him from his work… Video, Audio
Rural communities worried about missing out on RWC
Spark and TVNZ have secured the rights to broadcast the Rugby World Cup, but only seven of the 40 matches will be on free-to-air TV - the rest will require a high-speed internet connection. Video, Audio
Christchurch quake claimants to go on hunger strike
Peter and Anne Glasson plan to go on a hunger strike over their dispute with Southern Response. Peter tells John Campbell he's had enough, and will strike to whatever conclusion. Video, Audio
Cop wrestles his way to Commonwealth Games
Hamilton police officer Toby Fitzpatrick, 30, is wrestling at his first games in the 86kg category tomorrow night. Audio
Girl's girlfriend denied ball ticket because of age
A New Plymouth Girls High school student has launched a petition to be allowed to take her year 11 girlfriend to the school ball. The school says she can't come because it's a year 13 event. Audio
Nurses protest outside Christchurch Hospital over pay, staffing problems
Nurses are continuing to rally outside hospitals in protest against a lack of investment in health care, but not all nurses are happy with how the union is handling ongoing negotiations. Video, Audio
Sam Gaze’s actions overshadow impressive win
A stoush between the kiwi gold and silver medallists has overshadowed New Zealand mountain bikers taking out three of the top four spots in the Commonwealth games yesterday. Video, Audio
Parts of Akld could remain in the dark until the middle of next week
Aucklanders could be waiting weeks to have broken roofs fixed and fallen trees cleared as the storm cleanup continues. Audio
Silver Ferns' finals hopes far beyond reach
The Silver Ferns will have to beat Gold medal favourites Australia tomorrow to continue their record of appearing in every final of the Commonwealth Games. Video, Audio
Woman overboard: Police to investigate cruise ship death
Police will meet a P&O cruise ship when it docks in Brisbane tomorrow after a woman fell overboard about 300 kilometres west of New Caledonia. Audio
Family of man shot dead by police have more questions than answers
Jerrim Toms' family want to know if the police who shot him knew the 29-year-old was mentally unwell. Mental Health Foundation CEO Shaun Robinson says police are increasingly being tasked with mental… Audio
