Bedste Checkpoint-podcasts (2024)

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Stage 15 - Level 36: "#VuleveMax" 3:21:18

19h ago3:21:18

3:21:18

Nos vamos acercando al final y se nos cae gente inesperadamente, pero Checkpoint sigue firme. - Megaminuto Megawacky - El Gran Checkpointer - Indika - Metal Slug Tactics - Sony se compra Kadokawa? - Prode Game Awards

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US lays fraud charges against Gautam Adani 4:37

19h ago4:37

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Asia correspondent Erin Hale spoke to Lisa Owen about a fifth tourist dying as a result of suspected methanol poisoning in Laos, the US issuing fraud charges against one of Asia's richest men and how hard it is to get cold hard cash in Taiwan.

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Checkpoint Mini #251 - Mancopter + a 10 legjobb című játék, ami a címhez képest csalódás volt 1:00:04

2d ago1:00:04

1:00:04

Grath és Stöki retro videojátékos podcastjának kisebb vadhajtása. Az adás témája: Mancopter, valamint a tíz legjobb című játék, ami a címhez képest csalódást okozott. Kísérőposzt itt: https://iddqd.blog.hu/2024/11/20/checkpoint_mini_251_mancopter_a_10_legjobb_jatekcim_amihez_kepest_a_jatek_csalodas_volt…

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Underrated or overrated video games! 55:58

2d ago55:58

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Join Luke, Elliot, Charlie and Edie in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where they fight over which video games are over or underrated. Will the crew still be friends at the end of this one? Listen in to find out! Catch the latest episode on Spotify: Giving a 1-Up to diversity in gaming. The post Underrated or overrated video games! appeared first…

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Episode 260 - Money Printing Machines 1:31:20

19d ago1:31:20

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It's a stacked week on Checkpoint Chat! We do a 180 (noscope) on Call of Duty: Black Ops 6, go too fast in Sonic X Shadow Generations, mess with the balance of nature for no real reason in Monster Hunter Wilds, have our eyeballs treated in Horizon Zero Dawn Remastered, and collect them all in Pokémon TCG Pocket. Follow Checkpoint Chat on... Twitter…

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Stage 15 - Level 36: "#VuleveMax" 3:21:18

23h ago3:21:18

3:21:18

Nos vamos acercando al final y se nos cae gente inesperadamente, pero Checkpoint sigue firme. - Megaminuto Megawacky - El Gran Checkpointer - Indika - Metal Slug Tactics - Sony se compra Kadokawa? - Prode Game Awards

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New Zealander thought to be ill from methanol poisoning in Laos 3:22

19h ago3:22

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A fifth tourist has died as a result of suspected methanol poisoning in Laos. 28-year-old British lawyer Simone White, as well as an Australian teen, two Danish women and an American all fell fatally ill after drinking in a popular tourist town. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade has confirmed a New Zealander is thought to be among those who…

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Evening business for 22 November 2024 3:27

19h ago3:27

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News from the business sector, including a market report.

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Former Kiwi Fern Kathleen Wharton dies at 41 3:27

19h ago3:27

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Former Kiwi Ferns and Warriors womens player Kathleen Wharton has died aged 41. Wharton was a Rugby League World Cup winner and played for the Warriors during the 2019 NRLW season. Sports reporter Felicity Reid spoke to Lisa Owen.

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Senior doctor testifies at Olivia Podmore inquest 5:51

19h ago5:51

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The head of High Performance Sport NZ was warned in 2018 of concerns an athlete would lose their life, if the environment in Cycling NZ was not fixed. The warning came from a senior doctor who had worked closely with athletes in the Cycling New Zealand programme. It's the latest testimony at the inquest into the death of elite cyclist Olivia Podmor…

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Security guard stabbed in Auckland recovering well 5:40

19h ago5:40

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A security guard who was stabbed in the neck while working at a popular Auckland shopping hub is said to be recovering well after surgery. The incident happened when the guard approached a man near the Westfield Newmarket about 2:30pm yesterday afternoon, following an earlier incident and the man allegedly pulled out a knife. A 24 year old has been…

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Whooping cough epidemic officially declared 3:48

19h ago3:48

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Health services are on high alert with the official declaration of a whooping cough epidemic today. It comes as the most recent data shows vaccination rates for babies are woefully low - especially for Maori and Pasifika. Ruth Hill reports.

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Maritime union votes to oppose resumption of live animal exports 6:31

19h ago6:31

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Opposition to the Government's plan to resurrect live animal exports continues to grow, this time it's on the wharf. The Maritime Union, which represents water siders and stevedores, who have in the past loaded freighters including the ill fated Gulf Live stock, has officially voted to oppose the resumption of live animal exports. The government's …

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All Auckland buses to have driver protection screens by 2026 3:48

20h ago3:48

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All Auckland buses will have driver protection screens installed by 2026 and those behind the wheel hope this will help to deter aggressive behaviour. The government and Auckland Council are co-funding the project to retro-fit more than 1000 buses with custom-made plexiglass screens, and the first lot of completed buses was revealed today. There ha…

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Former political figure jailed for 2.5 years for sexual abuse charges 3:16

20h ago3:16

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A former political figure who sexually abused two teenagers nearly 30 years ago has been jailed for two and a half years. It almost brings the historic case to a close - with the offender now appealing his sentence and the District Court's decision to deny him permanent name suppression. A warning, this report from political journalist Anneke Smith…

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Forensic medicine professor speaks on Laos methanol poisoning 5:31

20h ago5:31

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Five tourists have died of suspected methanol poisoning in Laos, a country in southeast Asia, after drinking what's believed to be contaminated alcohol. A New Zealander is among those who have fallen ill in the popular backpacking town of Vang Vieng. The Minister of Foreign Affairs and Trade has confirmed it has been contacted and is providing cons…

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Methanol laced alcohol thought to have killed tourists in Laos 5:39

20h ago5:39

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Methanol laced alcohol is thought to have killed five young tourists travelling in Loas in South East Asia. Among the dead are a british lawyer, as Australian teenager from Melbourne and two danish woman. It's believed they all consummed drinks laced with methanol, a potentially deadly substance that is found in bootleg alcohol. A New Zealander is …

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Robertson names All Blacks squad for final test of the year 5:27

20h ago5:27

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The All Blacks will be looking to quell any doubts left behind after a razor thin loss to France last weekend. Coach Scott Robertson has named his squad in what will be the team's final test of the year against Italy this weekend. RNZ sports reporter Jamie Wall spoke to Lisa Owen

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NZ's strongest man set to complete at Official Strongman Games 6:07

20h ago6:07

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He can topple a small car with his bare hands, eats up to eight eggs for breakfast and is the "strongest old fulla in the country." Rich Farrell is the inaugural winner of the New Zealand's Strongest man, masters division. He is currently in Atlanta, Georgia training for the Official Strongman Games to be held in Wisconsin along with four other kiw…

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Gaetz will no longer head Justice Department in Trump's cabinet 6:20

20h ago6:20

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Gaetz - who resigned from congress to take on the Attorney General role - has been under investigation for alleged sexual misconduct and said the controversy around his nomination had become too much of a distraction. Just hours after Gaetz's withdrawal, the president-elect named former Florida Attorney General Pam Bondi as his new pick for the job…

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Do we still need cash? 5:32

21h ago5:32

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A 2023 treasury survey showed the number of people using cash on a daily basis went from almost 96 percent in 2019, to just over 57 percent in 2023. Yet anytime the potential "end of cash" is predicted, it gives rise to some pretty emotional responses from many people, who still like to have the option. This is despite a growing number of retailers…

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Australia: Social media platforms facing hefty fines if not blocking under 16s 8:57

2d ago8:57

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Australia correspondent Peter Ryan spoke to Lisa Owen about how the digital giants in Australia are facing fines in the tens of millions of dollars if they fail to block under 16s from social media platforms. It's all part of tough new laws being pushed to deal with mental health issues from excessive exposure to social media.…

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Evening business for 21 November 2024 4:14

2d ago4:14

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News from the business sector, including a market report.

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Warriors path laid out in release of 2025 schedule 2:44

2d ago2:44

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The Warriors path to NRL glory has been laid out with the release of the schedule for 2025. An ANZAC test in Christchurch, a trip to Vegas and the return of the women's side mark an exciting year ahead for the club. Sports reporter Jonty Dine spoke to Lisa Owen.

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First year UC students having to flat as halls capacity full 4:15

2d ago4:15

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First year University of Canterbury students are being forced to go flatting as capacity in the university's halls of residence is completely maxxed out. Enrolment at UC went over 22,000 at the start of this year - up 20 percent from 5 years ago. But that's meant over 4000 students have applied for spots in the first year halls when there are only …

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Stanford apologises after calling Tinetti a 'stupid bitch' 3:27

2d ago3:27

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The Education Minister Erica Stanford has apologised in Parliament after allegedly calling her Labour Party counterpart Jan Tinetti a "stupid bitch" in the debating chamber. It comes at the same time that government parties have complained about standards slipping in Parliament, Deputy Political editor Craig McCulloch reports.…

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Queenstown businesses considering legal action over table tax 5:27

2d ago5:27

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The Queenstown Lakes District Council has ratcheted up it's fees for having tables outside, in one case restaurant owner Blair Impey's bill has gone from $3200 to $51,000. The increased bill is due to be paid on December 1st but Blair Impey said he'll be sending a legal letter to council next week and hasd been told by his lawyers he can seek a jud…

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Southland doctor sedating dementia patients due to lack of options 5:14

2d ago5:14

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A southland doctor said he's having to sedate dementia patients because there's a lack of care options in rural areas. Doctor Daniel Allan is a psychiatrist for elderly people and this week he told a health select committee of the challenges getting appropriate care for people with dementia in more isolated parts of southland. He said he's delibera…

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Police make first arrests under new gang patch legislation 11:51

2d ago11:51

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While police say it sends a clear message to gangs about compliance, those living within gang communities are worried the new laws could lead to unneccessary violence. Alexa Cook sat down two senior gang leaders in Hawke's Bay to find out what the new laws mean to them, and police assistant Commissioner Paul Basham spoke to Lisa Owen.…

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Lydia Ko preparing for final tournament of season 4:29

2d ago4:29

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Golfer Lydia Ko is preparing for the final tournament of the season, and a potential $7 million pay-day. Ko is chasing a third CME Group Tour Championship, however, it was her four legged friend and newly adopted good luck charm who stole the show at this week's media presser. Sports reporter Jonty Dine spoke to Lisa Owen.…

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Police Commissioner open to discussion on arming police 3:04

2d ago3:04

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The new Police Commissioner Richard Chambers said he hopes it'll never be necessary to arm police officers in New Zealand - but he's open to a discussion about it. The majority of officers are in favour of being armed. But experts say the move would be a step backwards for police with potentially tragic consequences for young Maori in particular. B…

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Security guard stabbed in the neck at Auckland shopping mall 2:48

2d ago2:48

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A security guard has been stabbed in the neck at a popular Auckland shopping mall this afternoon. Police say security guards at Newmarket's Westfield mall approached a man in relation to an earlier incident, the man then produced a knife. It comes after a survey revealed one in three retail workers feel unsafe heading into the peak Christmas shoppi…

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Stalemate to release report on alleged sexual misconduct on Gaetz 5:20

2d ago5:20

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United States correspondent Todd Zwillich spoke to Lisa Owen about how there's a stalemate on whether to release a report on alleged sexual misconduct by Donald Trump's pick for Attorney General - Matt Gaetz and a rare coin from the gold rush era has sold at an auction for $1.4 million.

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Beware of Black Friday sales FOMO - Consumer NZ 5:28

2d ago5:28

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The American tradition of Thanksgiving sales is now well embedded in New Zealand retail culture, but Consumer said people should be wary of pressure tactics particularly used online, like a countdown clock, subscription traps or claims there's only one left. Some banks have also sent out alerts to remind customers to be wary of using the CVV number…

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Somaliland elects president 5:31

3d ago5:31

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Africa correspondent Elna Schutz spoke to Lisa Owen about Somaliland electing a president, a rescue operation in a South African mine making international headlines and some good news about some lucky species of flora and fauna.

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Evening business for 20 November 2024 3:51

3d ago3:51

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News from the business sector, including a market report.

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Shaun Johnson to return to new sport for one night 3:43

3d ago3:43

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The man who can't seem to retire, Shaun Johnson won't have his feet up for long after calling time on his Rugby League career. Johnson is set to return to the national stage, albeit in an entirely new sport, and only for one night. Sports reporter Jonty Dine spoke to Lisa Owen.

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Te Pati Maori accuses Speaker of overusing powers 3:00

3d ago3:00

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As the dust settles after yesterday's hikoi on Parliament, Te Pati Maori has turned its attention towards the Speaker - accusing him of overusing his powers. It comes as the coalition parties call for tougher consequences for rule-breakers within the debating chamber - following last week's haka by Hana Rawhiti Maipi Clarke. Deputy political editor…

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Richard Chambers to become new Police Commissioner 6:36

3d ago6:36

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The auditions are over and it's official, a former Assistant commisioner Richard Chambers will step into the job of police commissioner. The role was vacated by his boss Andrew Coster last week . He's now heading up the government's new social investment agency. Richard Chambers spoke to Lisa Owen.

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Salvage companies preparing to remove fuel from Manawanui 6:22

3d ago6:22

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Two New Zealand salvage companies are preparing to remove fuel and other pollutants from the HMNZS Manawanui, that is 30 metres metres under water after sinking off the coast of Samoa in October. The ship went down after hitting a reef in a Marine Reserve off the island of Upolu. 75 crew and passengers were rescued after being forced to abandon shi…

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E tu union speaks on Kinleith Mill stopping paper processing 5:51

3d ago5:51

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Kinleith Mill in Tokoroa plans to halt paper processing next year and that will mean about 230 job losses. It's owner Oji Fibre solutions said the paper part of the business has been making significant losses for several years and there's no prospect of that improving. Instead, Kinleith will import paper for its packaging operations and will focus …

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Tokoroa mill plans to stop paper processing, 230 jobs on the line 3:31

3d ago3:31

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230 workers will lose their jobs if Kinleith Mill owner Oji Fibre Solutions goes ahead with stopping paper production. It would be a huge blow for Tokoroa, where the mill is the largest employers. RNZ visited the Waikato town to talk to workers after the news broke this morning. Felix Walton reports.…

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Risk of over-diagnosing ADHD - psychiatrist 7:43

3d ago7:43

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A leading New Zealand psychiatrist says there's a risk of over-diagnosing ADHD - and it's already being overtreated. Demand for medication to treat the disorder has jumped 140 percent in the last two years. Dr Sam McBride, from the Royal College of Psychiatry made the comments in an interview on 30' with Guyon Espiner. Espiner spoke to Lisa Owen.…

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Wellington businesses celebrate customers from Hikoi mo te tiriti 3:11

3d ago3:11

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"Similar to an All Blacks test match." That's how one Wellington business described their roaring trade during yesterday's te Hikoi mo te tiriti event. Police estimate about 42,000 people turned up for the demonstration to voice opposition to the coalition government's Treaty Principals Bill. While many in the crowd were celebrating their collectiv…

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Rafael Nadal career comes to end with Davis Cup defeat 4:41

3d ago4:41

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The Spanish great, who has won 22 Grand Slam titles has now retired after the men's team event in Malaga, sports reporter Felicity Reid spoke to Lisa Owen.

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Auckland residents given $70 fines for parking in own driveways 5:37

3d ago5:37

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Should you be able to park in your own drive way without fear of gettting a ticket? Some residents in inner city Auckland suburbs reckon so; they've been hit with $70 fines from Auckland Transport for parking up their own drive ways or letting visitors do the same. Parking within a metre each side of a drive or up a drive but outside your property …

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Sentencing of 45 pro-democracy activists in Hong Kong sparks outrage 5:32

3d ago5:32

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The sentencing of 45 pro-democracy activists in Hong Kong has sparked international outrage. The group is made up of political activists, academics and former lawmakers - with sentences of up to 10 years handed down. They were arrested in 2021 under the National Security Law which had been imposed by China after months of pro-democracy protests acr…

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Family battling with Air New Zealand flight bookings 7:17

3d ago7:17

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One kiwi family has been battling with Air New Zealand since April over its Christmas flights that were cancelled rebooked and then cancelled again.The saga all started when Air New Zealand suspended its direct flights between Chicago and Auckland in March because of maintenance issues with the Rolls Royce engines on its Boeing 787 dreamliners. Rup…

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Alan Jones arrested and charged with range of sexual assaults offences 6:30

4d ago6:30

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Veteran broadcaster Alan Jones has been sensationally arrested and charged with a range of sexual assault offences that date back decades. The arrest follows a long investigation into allegations against Mr Jones, who until recently was one of the most influential shock jocks in Australia. Australia correspondent Peter Ryan spoke to Lisa Owen.…

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