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Checkpoint

RNZ
New Zealand
Christchurch
Kiwibank
Bexley Reserve
Pahiatua
Nigel Wilson
Bailey Messervy
Commerce Commission
Auckland Harbour Bridge
Turangawaewae Marae
Shaun Johnson
Intercity
All Blacks
Major Electricity Users Group
State Highway 73
Tararua District
Weather-Related Restrictions
Infometrics
Economics
Mount Smart Stadium

Checkpoint with Lisa Owen is RNZ’s weekday drive-time news programme, Our people, stories and breaking news and interviews from 4-6pm.

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Matt Lowrie
Director of the Greater Auckland Transport Advocacy website
Greater Auckland
Episode: Major gear changes for Auckland's transport
Maria Hemara
Employee at Eves Valley Sawmill for six years
Carter Holt Harvey
Episode: Tasman sawmill confirms closure, 140 jobs to go
Nathalie Jaques
Strategic researcher for the Nurses Organisation
Nurses Organisation
Episode: Health minister and union disagree over nurses pay
Viv Beck
Chief Executive of Heart of the City
Episode: How can Auckland be jolted back to life?
Dr. Inia Raumati
Works in the Emergency Department at Auckland Hospital and shares insights on the healthcare system's challenges.
Auckland Hospital
Episode: Senior Doctors to vote on strike action
Chris Patterson
Auckland barrister
Episode: What can customers do after a business goes under?
Rose Maber
District nurse advocating for better pay and working conditions
Episode: 'My bra supports me more than you' - nurses strike
Chris Wilson
Dairy farm manager from Westport
Episode: Farmer praises gumboots after surviving lightning strike
Vanessa Horne
General Manager of Competition at the Commerce Commission
Commerce Commission
Episode: Jetstar fined over $2m for misleading customers

Host

Lisa Owen
Host of Checkpoint, known for engaging interviews and thorough journalism.

Reviews

4.0 out of 5 stars from 93 ratings
  • Too many posts

    Subscribed to 3 RNZ podcasts because I like the content, but the insane number of short episodes posted makes the entire podcast feed useless with all your other podcasts disappearing into the noise. Had to unsubscribe to reclaim my feed.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Matt150b
    New Zealanda year ago
  • Poor production value, background noise.

    Despite txting in to let the studio know that we can here Lisa typing on her keyboard while the news reader does the headlines, which is terribly distracting, they choose not to make any changes. Catch ya later 👋

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    tomc1234567891
    New Zealand2 years ago
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    Apple Podcasts
    1
    mnytdvloddem
    Australia2 years ago
  • Communication perhaps ❣️

    Could one please request a personal podcast from you , one only me could hear ..

    or does it have to be raining ?

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dirac Field
    New Zealand3 years ago
  • Communication perhaps ❣️

    Could one please request a personal podcast from you , one only me could hear ..

    or does it have to be raining ?

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dirac Field
    New Zealand3 years ago

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Listeners appreciate the in-depth analysis and varied topics covered, as well as the engaging presentation style.
Positive remarks highlight the show's ability to present local news in a thorough and relatable manner, effectively keeping audiences informed.
There are some concerns about the frequency and formatting of episodes, particularly regarding short content cluttering feeds.
Overall feedback indicates a desire for high-quality journalism and consistent updates on significant issues.

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#53
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Talking Points

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Tasman sawmill confirms closure, 140 jobs to go
Q: So the meeting, what happened?
Maria explains that they were told definitively about the closure and acknowledged for their hard work.
Health minister and union disagree over nurses pay
Q: What about the assertion that at over $125,000 a year on average, including overtime and allowances, aligns with base pay in New South Wales?
The claim is inaccurate as New South Wales has the lowest pay rates for nurses in Australia, making the comparison flawed.
Health minister and union disagree over nurses pay
Q: How is the Minister's maths?
It's considered misleading due to including overtime and penal rates, creating distortions in the actual earnings of nurses.
Seymour and Bishop at odds over Auckland housing plan
Q: How do you view the proposed changes to Auckland's housing intensification plan?
Seymour believes the plan is flawed and argues that without coordinating infrastructure development and zoning, it leads to inefficiencies in housing supply.
Serious stress fractures in the health system
Q: Are you low balling them or are they being greedy?
We have offered them what we thought was a fair settlement.

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Focusing on current events and in-depth analysis, content often covers a wide range of topics from politics and local news to cultural issues and economic updates. The episodes showcase various interviews with key figures and experts, contributing a deeper understanding of ongoing developments in New Zealand and beyond. Unique features include interactive community engagement and a fresh take on breaking news, making it a go-to for listeners wanting to stay informed about significant happenings and local stories.

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1. Matt Lowrie
2. Maria Hemara
3. Nathalie Jaques
4. Viv Beck
5. Dr. Inia Raumati
6. Chris Patterson
7. Rose Maber
8. Chris Wilson

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