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Checkpoint for Thursday 9 November 2023
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Wellington council votes to consult with public on selling airport shares
6:16 PM.Wellington City Council has voted to consult with the public on whether to sell its stake in the city's airport. The council has today been debating its long term plan as it grapples with mounting… Read more Audio
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Robbie Williams ticket holders struggle to find accomodation in Napier
5:53 PM.Let me entertain you, or not. Some Robbie Williams ticket holders seem to be trying to get rid of their tickets, because they're struggling to find accommodation. The singer is playing at the Mission… Read more Video, Audio
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Clock counting down to APEC conference, but who will NZ send?
5:45 PM.While the nation waits for the next Government to be formed, important events are either underway or coming up and New Zealand risks not having a voice, or at least one that is clear and commanding… Read more Video, Audio
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Pacific leaders meet for retreat on third day of forum
5:39 PM.Pacific leaders are meeting for their retreat on the island of Aitutaki on the third day of the Pacific Islands Forum. There is much for the leaders to discuss, including climate change, regional… Read more Audio
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New initiative aims to break down barriers for Northlanders joining police
5:36 PM.A new initiative is aiming to break down barriers holding Northlanders back from signing up for the police. The plan doesn't include donuts, but it does involve a lot of coffee. Northland reporter… Read more Audio
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Evening business for 9 November 2023
5:32 PM.News from the business sector, including a market report. [embed] https://players.brightcove.net/6093072280001/default_default/index.html?videoId=6340779557112 Video, Audio
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Plans to revive South Island passenger rail could be back on track
5:27 PM.A plan to revive a passenger rail service between Christchurch and Dunedin could be back on track. Save Our Trains Otepoti-Dunedin met with the Otago Regional Council today asking for a feasilbility… Read more Video, Audio
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Returning veterans & exciting rookies: Super Rugby squads revealed
5:24 PM.Just weeks after the Rugby World Cup heartbreak, eyes are already on the future with the Super Rugby Pacific squads announced today. Some returning veterans, exciting rookies and international imports… Read more Video, Audio
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East Aucklanders hoping mayor won't scrap proposed busway
5:19 PM.Pakūranga residents are hoping Auckland's mayor won't follow through on his suggestion to scrap the Eastern Busway project if the government gets rid of the regional fuel tax. Wayne Brown told… Read more Audio
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Labour MP Ginny Anderson accused of bullying teenage volunteer
5:14 PM.Labour MP Ginny Andersen has been accused of bullying a teenage volunteer over a period of three years. The party's general secretary has confirmed the party is investigating the allegations… Read more Video, Audio
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Parliament a hive of activity as government negotiations continue
5:11 PM.There's a real sense of momentum at Parliament today with a meeting between the three parties negotiating to become the government, imminent. It's been a hive of activity with leaders, caucus members… Read more Audio
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Ellerslie homicide: Police concerned wife may be victim of foul play
5:07 PM.Police have grave concerns for the wife of a man killed in his Auckland home, saying she too may be the victim of foul play. Mei Han Chong is still missing in a complicated homicide investigation the… Read more Video, Audio