John Campbell
Govt launches inquiry into 2010 SAS raid in Afghanistan
The government has announced it will hold an inquiry into claims a raid led by New Zealand soldiers in Afghanistan led to the deaths of civilians, as alleged in the book Hit and Run. Audio
Silver Ferns' confidence in tatters after losing to England
The Silver Ferns have been crushed by yet another defeat at the Commonwealth Games losing to England by nine goals. They are now on tenterhooks waiting to hear if they've made it to the semi-finals. Video, Audio
14 houses uninhabitable, tornado rips through National Park
Fourteen houses in National Park have been deemed unliveable after a tornado ripped through the area yesterday morning. RNZ reporter Andrew McRae met with locals displaced from their homes. Video, Audio
Thousands of Aucklanders still without power
About 90,000 properties are without power, and it could be two to three days before it is fully restored. Vector's Minoru Frederiksens joins Checkpoint live. Audio
Hundreds of tourists stranded at Christchurch Airport
Hundreds of angry, stranded Malaysia Airlines passengers say they've had no support from the airline after bad weather in Auckland forced their flight to land in Christchurch last night. Video, Audio
Chaos in Auckland after storm strikes overnight
Power was cut to 120,000 homes and businesses, traffic lights were out across the region, and trees crashed on to homes, cars and roads throughout the city. Zac Fleming reports. Video, Audio
Akld Council votes to close more of the Waitakere Ranges
Most of Auckland's Waitakere Ranges will be closed off to the public from next month, a move welcomed by many but some businesses say it will force them to close. Video, Audio
North Island to get snow overnight
Some parts of the North Island will get snow overnight, while Auckland "will get a kick in the bottom", as winds strengthen. MetService meteorologist Georgina Griffiths talks to John Campbell. Video, Audio
When a tornado comes to town
Tongariro Crossing Lodge owner Louis Van Wyk describes what it's like when a tornado hits. He spoke to Zac Fleming. Video, Audio
Tornado leaves farmer 'hanging on for dear life'
Taranaki farmer Jordy Mullens was milking when a tornado spiralled across his farm. Despite damaged homes, and broken power lines, Rahotu residents are counting themselves lucky. Video, Audio
Success and heartbreak for NZ at Commonwealth Games
Linda Villumsen won silver in the women's 25km road trial, while Hamish Bond won bronze despite only cycling for 18 months. Meanwhile, Laurel Hubbard has withdrawn from her competition due to injury… Video, Audio
Southland mourns as museum prepares to shut doors
The sudden closure has shocked Invercargill's residents and raised questions about the future of arts and culture in the region. Video, Audio
Hapu celebrate Govt buyout of water bottler Zodiac Holdings
After years of fighting for some control of the aquifer that feeds their springs, the Māori guardians of Poroti Springs are applauding the government buy-out of a water bottling company. Video, Audio
Let us grow our own cannabis - Otamatea Grey Power
Otamatea Grey Power representative Beverly Aldridge says it's "elderly abuse" to deny the elderly the ability to grow their own cannabis to treat ailments and relieve pain. She spoke to John Campbell.
…China reported to be looking at Vanuatu
The Sydney Morning Herald reports the prospect of a Chinese military outpost so close to Australia has been discussed at the highest levels in Canberra and Washington. Benedict Collins reports. Audio
Tears mingle with rain as Wahine survivors gather 50 years on
Survivors, family members and rescuers braved stormy weather in Wellington today to remember the dead and acknowledge those who risked their own lives to come to their aid. Video, Audio
Checkpoint weather: Tuesday, 10 April
The latest weather forecast with MetService meteorologist John Law. Video, Audio
Evening business for Tuesday 10 April
News from the business sector, including a market report. Video, Audio
Government in crisis mode ahead of budget - National
The opposition says the Government is in crisis because it overpromised during the election campaign, and is now trying to cover that up by blaming historic underspending. Video, Audio
Weightlifter David Liti wins Gold, breaks Commonwealth record
At just 21, David Liti has won Gold at the Commonwealth Games by lifting 403kg, an all-time Commonwealth record, and he's only just started competing internationally at a senior level. He spoke with… Video, Audio
