Checkpoint

Americas correspondent Katie Silver spoke to Lisa Owen from Mexico where the dust is settling after the death of a notorious drug lord sparked cartel-led destruction across the country.

Customer abuse of hospitality and tourism workers has nearly doubled in just a year according to a new study. The report commissioned by MBIE surveyed 957 people employed in the industries around the motu. The study found, that last year, about 50 percent of incidents where hospitality and tourism workers were harassed bullied, customers were the perpetrators - up from 26 percent in 2024. Lead researcher, Professor David Williamson carried out the study alongside AUT and spoke to Lisa Owen.

Momentum is growing towards the removal of the royal formerly known as "Prince Andrew" from the British monarchy's line of succession - amid growing concern the king's brother could theoretically one day sit on the throne. Australia has today led the way, becoming the first Commonwealth nation to publicly indicate that it will support the UK government removing Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor's birthright. Australia correspondent Nick Grimm spoke to Lisa Owen.

News from the business sector, including a market report.

Kiwi rugby league star Brandon Smith is on the road to redemption. The Rabbitohs hooker fell from grace last year after being embroiled in a drug and gambling scandal. Sports reporter Jonty Dine spoke to Lisa Owen.

A Taranaki cyclist is on crutches, with several deep puncture wounds after a roaming dog latched onto her leg sending her crashing off her bike while she was out on a country road. A spate of serious dog attacks, and residents in areas around the country forced to carry weapons to protect themselves from roaming animals has sparked fierce debate about reforming the 30-year-old dog control law. A New Plymouth resident was cycling a popular loop outside the city on Saturday morning, when she was rushed by an uncontrolled dog on Tikorangi East road. Amelia, who was chased by the dog, spoke to Lisa Owen.

The Prime Minister says New Zealand would support the U-K government - if it decides to remove Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor from the line of succession. The former prince was arrested on suspicion of misconduct in public office - over allegations that he'd sent confidential documents to the late convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. Christopher Luxon says government officials from NZ and the UK have been in contact over the issue in the past week. Meanwhile, Aucklanders have also weighed in, many saying that Mr Mountbatten-Windsor should be removed from succession.

A United States Attorney is suing some of the biggest food manufacturers, accusing them of deliberately designing products to be addictive despite the harm they're known to cause. David Chiu has brought a lawsuit against prominent ultra processed food manufacturers including Coca-Cola, Nestle, Kellog and Craft Heinz. The lawsuit argues the government is picking up the bill for the serious health consequences from their products; including conditions like obesity, diabetes, and cancer. David Chiu spoke to Lisa Owen.

Some Genesis Energy customer's are facing price shocks, at the same time the company's revealed a massive bump in profit. It yesterday announced a half year profit of $95 million compared to $70 million a year ago. Brimming hydro lakes and less use of coal and gas are credited for the strong lift in half year profit. Genesis Energy Chief Revenue Officer, Stephen England-Hall spoke to Lisa Owen.

A heated dispute between dog owners and Auckland Council is playing out at the High Court in Auckland. Last year, the Puketapapa Local Board voted four to two to ban dogs from running free in part of Hillsborough's Monte Cecilia Park. Locals set up a formal group, the Monte Cecilia Dog Lovers Incorporated Society, which is roughly 600 members strong, to challenge the decision with a judicial review, which began today. Jessica Hopkins reports.