Checkpoint

Police Minister Mark Mitchell says some police officers may choose to go to Australia following the government's win in a long-running pay dispute with the police union.

The advice comes in the wake of a new report warning New Zealand has one of the highest rates of antibiotic resistance. Audio

Security guards could be on the cusp of getting greater powers as the government looks to curb retail crime. Audio

For many of us, our 60s mean picking up a SuperGold card and having more time in the garden. Not so for Marcus Brown. Audio

It helps when the world's biggest superstar is involved. Audio

A Miramar resident says the Wellington City Council should have consulted with them before leasing car parks to Sir Peter Jackson for $1 a year. Audio

The head of a Wairoa distribution centre says they are receiving up to 50 requests a day for basic needs and clean-up items. Audio

G-strings at pools aren't going anywhere in New Plymouth, with the council saying it won't change swimwear rules, despite a mum's campaign against the skimpy bikinis. Audio

In the face of the economic downturn, some people are doing exactly that. Audio

They're traditionally known as pests, but a new study has painted them in a surprising new light. Audio

Darleen Tana does not accept a report into allegations relating to her husband's business and says it "substantially misrepresents" her involvement. Audio

A massive homage to Auckland mayor Wayne Brown's least favourite symbol of urban living will be constructed - then set on fire. Audio

The government wants to raise speed limits throughout Auckland - but councillors are fighting back. Audio

It's taken Louise Wynn three years, and travel as far as Stewart Island, but today, she ticked off the last one - in Fairlie. Audio