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Checkpoint

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

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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Jill Rogers
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Episode: Over 100 officers under investigation for allegedly faking
Jane Arnott
A resident of Taupo concerned about the landscaping of public reserve land
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Sandra Kyle
Representative from the Coalition for the Protection of Race Horses
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Episode: Increasing calls for horse racing ban as Melbourne Cup takes place
Brad Windust
Former beekeeper and conservationist
Episode: Conservationist believes biosecurity's response to hornets 'inadequate'
Tim Edmonds
Chief Executive of Leukemia and Blood Cancer
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Episode: Calls for greater transparency about how Pharmac prioritises medicines
Russell Shaw
CEO of Top Energy
Top Energy
Episode: Power outage affecting much of Far North
Raydeen Cuffe
Visitor Experience Manager at Wellington Gardens
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Episode: Stinking voodoo lillies to flower for first time in seven years
Toby Adams
Hauraki Mayor discussing waste dumping issues
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Episode: Crackdown on out of district dumpers avoiding rates
Jamie Parker
Owner of Computer Consultancy Limited
Computer Consultancy Limited
Episode: Huntly desperate for more police as businesses forced to play detective

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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    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

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

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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#60
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Talking Points

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Watercare 'extremely disappointed and sorry' after oyster farms contaminated
Q: Are you sorry enough to dig into your pocket and pay some compensation?
Jamie stated he wants to discuss support with the oyster farmers but did not commit to a specific compensation.
Watercare 'extremely disappointed and sorry' after oyster farms contaminated
Q: What would you like to say to the oyster farmers who feel that they've been ruined by this?
Jamie apologized for the overflow event and expressed understanding of its devastating impact.
Huntly desperate for more police as businesses forced to play detective
Q: What's going on crime-wise in Huntley?
Jamie describes the terrible crime situation where shop owners feel unsupported and have experienced significant losses.
Calls for greater transparency about how Pharmac prioritises medicines
Q: So Tim, given that you say all the medications on this list are important, are proven, some of them are standard of care medications, so go-to drugs in other countries. If they are all good and we should have them all, what is Pharmac's motivation for wanting to cull them then?
Edmonds suggests that Pharmac's motivation is to provide certainty for patients, especially those who have been waiting a long time for medications.
Calls for greater transparency about how Pharmac prioritises medicines
Q: What do you think of this proposal to cull the list?
Tim Edmonds believes that while the intent of providing certainty for patients is noble, the method by which Pharmac is approaching the proposal is concerning as it could include clinically important medicines.

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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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Recent guests on Checkpoint include:

1. Jill Rogers
2. Jane Arnott
3. Sandra Kyle
4. Brad Windust
5. Tim Edmonds
6. Russell Shaw
7. Raydeen Cuffe
8. Toby Adams

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