Checkpoint

Former Olympic rower Les O'Connell had his gold medal stolen in February when his Christchurch home was burgled. O'Conell won the medal at the 1984 Los Angeles Olympic Games. Producer Johnny Sutherland spoke to Lisa Owen about the months-long endeavour to get it replaced.

The UK government is working to identify any potential exposure of its online systems from a cyber security flaw which is also affecting websites globally. UK correspondent Lucy Thomson spoke with Lisa Owen.

News from the business sector, including a market report.

In Dunedin, young voters are dragging the chain, with almost half of those under the age of 25 not enrolled. South Island Correspondent Tim Brown reports from Dunedin's student quarter.

K9-kuddles has been going into student halls' of residence for a decade, helping stressed students keep calm and carry on, espsecially at exam time. However, co-founder Jacinta Grey and her two dogs Ernie and Whitney are retiring. Jacinta spoke with Lisa Owen.

Health Minister Simeon Brown met with familes of children being treated at the Starship Hospital following treatment delays and problems with staff numbers. Child Cancer Foundation chief executive Monica Briggs spoke to Lisa Owen.

National says the resignation of Labour's Tamaki Makaurau candidate Kerrin Leoni shows its opponents can't be trusted on law and order. Political reporter Russell Palmer has more.

Air Marshal Tony Davies has resigned after admitting an "inappropriate relationship" while in a position of command. Minister of Defence Paul Goldsmith said his position was no longer tenable due to integrety matters. Political editor Jo Moir spoke with Lisa Owen.

A leading health researcher is concerned about the return of smoking in pop culture and the risk it poses to smoke-free goals. Professor Janet Hoek, co-director of ASPIRE Aotearoa - research for a tobacco-free future, spoke with Lisa Owen.

The survivor has to deal directly with the school where the abuse happened and says he's getting nowhere. He says he's frustrated and unable to move on. Reporter Jimmy Ellingham has more.