John Campbell
Food safety concerns after cleaners made redundant at Auckland Meat Processors
A third of the cleaning workforce at one of the country's biggest meat processing plants is being made redundant. Their union says the cleaners won't be able to clean it to a hygienic standard. Video, Audio
Teenager held in police cell for six nights because of lack of space
Nelson lawyer John Sandston is furious his 15 year-old client was held in a police cell for six nights because there was nowhere else to put him. Audio
Police move to reassure sexual assault victims
Police say people should have confidence any sexual assault allegation will be fully investigated and victims given any help available. Audio
Kiwi vegans looking for a tick of approval
Vegans and vegetarians are teaming up to launch a vegan seal of approval because they're fed up having to check manufacture labels. Video, Audio
Joseph Parker ready for the fight of his life
Joseph Parker is training in Las Vegas ahead of his fight with Anthony Joshua, who is overwhelmingly the favourite. But the New Zealand Samoan boxer tells John Campbell he's the underdog and he's got… Video, Audio
Hamilton mayor wants council's name changed to Kirikiriroa
Hamilton locals are divided over whether their council should be renamed Kirikiriroa City Council in recognition of its Māori heritage, but the decision will come down to councillors. John Boynton… Video, Audio
Checkpoint weather: 13 March 2018
Today's weather forecast with MetService meteorologist Angus Hines. Video, Audio
Evening business for 13 March 2018
News from the business sector, including a market report. Video, Audio
IAG work not worth the hassle, panel beater says
Despite insurance work from IAG making up a third of his revenue, Timaru panel beater Hamish Gardyne says he will no longer take work from the insurer because repair jobs often cost more than it is… Video, Audio
Luggage may have caused New York helicopter crash
The New York helicopter crash that killed everyone on board except the pilot may have been caused by a passenger's piece of luggage. The five victims were all aged between 26 and 34. Video, Audio
Whanganui rental shortage puts squeeze on vulnerable
Emergency and social housing are full in Whanganui and people have resorted to sleeping in cars while landlords are being picky and ramping up rents. Video, Audio
Labour leadership under pressure after sex assault at camp
Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern says her party failed by not getting help for four teenagers who were sexually assaulted by a 20-year-old man at its youth camp. RNZ Deputy Politcal Editor Chris Bramwell… Video, Audio
Black Ferns finally make the NZ Rugby payroll
St Mary's College students were buzzing to meet the Black Ferns, and buzzing they're finally going to be paid. Sports reporter Joe Porter caught up with some current and potential future players. Video, Audio
Gisborne braces for former tropical Cyclone Hola
MetService is warning the east coast of the North Island will get a battering later today or overnight. RNZ reporter Anusha Bradley says Gisborne locals are prepared, but not overly concerned. Audio
Senior National MPs present united post-shuffle front
National Party leader Simon Bridges has given all his rivals spots in the top ten line-up, except departing MP Steven Joyce. He rolled out his top four MPs on Parliament's steps today, where they… Video, Audio
PM to investigate allegations of sexual assault at Labour camp
The Prime Minister says she will start an immediate investigation into allegations a number of young Labour Pary supporters were sexually assaulted and harassed at a party camp last month. Audio
Who is responsible for botched Chch quake repairs?
Fletcher Construction says it was not responsible for design, construction or work performed by EQC contractors, but EQC CEO Sid Miller says he believes the company is liable for its project… Audio
Construction group urges govt to consider prefab homes
Prefab N-Z's report on New Zealand's capacity to construct prefabricated buildings says the industry could build 7000 - or more - prefab homes a year. Audio
World-famous coastal track being eaten by the sea
The Department of Conservation is fighting a losing battle repairing tracks eroded by the sea in parts of the Abel Tasman National Park - one of this country's most visited spots. Video, Audio
Lyttelton Port workers protest alleged 'illegal lockout'
Dozens of angry Lyttelton Port workers marched on the Christchurch City Council today, in protest at what they say is the port turning away union members after they planned to go on strike. Video, Audio
