NZ Herald Headlines | Tuesday March 10, 2026

US forces strike multiple Iranian naval vessels

The US Central Command has released footage of the military destroying multiple Iranian naval ships near the Strait of Hormuz. Video / U.S. Central Command

Winston Peters discusses sale of Air NZ | Ryan Bridge Today

The Foreign Minister spoke to Ryan Bridge after the national airline suspended its earnings guidance. Video / Ryan Bridge Today

Who are the frontrunners for the Oscars?

Chief entertainment reporter Jenni Mortimer talks about the upcoming Oscars. Video / Ryan Bridge, TODAY

How to stand out in the world of AI slop

My careers brand founder Craig McAlpine explains how to stand out in a world of AI. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

Daily panel with Rob Campbell and Chelsea Daniels | Herald NOW

Economist Rob Campbell and The Front Page host Chelsea Daniels talk flight prices, AI cover letters and a Crusaders punch-up. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

South Island wrap: Mosque shooting inquest appeal; Christchurch Hospital under pressure

The latest South Island news with Newstalk ZB's Claire Sherwood.

Severe winds, heavy rain expected as tropical storm approaches Northand | Herald NOW

Wild weather will lash the country this week, with alerts already in place for parts of North Island. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

Simeon Brown on Air New Zealand, Covid inquiry

Minister of Health Simeon Brown talks Air New Zealand and the Covid inquiry with Ryan Bridge. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

What does the market volatility mean for your KiwiSaver? | Herald NOW

Forsyth Barr senior investment adviser Brad Gordon joins Herald NOW | Ryan Bridge TODAY

Oil futures drop 10%; Dow and S&P 500 up | Herald NOW

BusinessDesk's Dileepa Fonseka talks oil, Iran, and the functionality of the Hormuz Strait. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

David Seymour vs Chlöe Swarbrick: Airline prices, Iran conflict and Covid inquiry

David Seymour and Chlöe Swarbrick go head to head on the big issues of the day. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

'Be cool, be calm': Winston Peters says war will be over faster than people think| Herald NOW

Foreign Affairs Minister Winston Peters joined Herald NOW to discuss the latest on Iran war, as US says 'most intense' day of strikes to come. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

Jet fuel prices: Airline industry warns of flight cuts unless Government steps in

Flights will be cut unless the Government helps airlines cope with spiking jet fuel prices, Simon Wallace warns. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

MetService morning weather update: March 11

MetService morning weather update: March 11. Video / MetService

Sport Headlines | Wednesday, March 11, 2026

Sport Headlines | Potential T20 international cricket debuts and the Warriors' NRL play-making stocks are poised for a boost | Wednesday, March 11, 2026

NZ Herald Morning Headlines | Wednesday, March 11, 2026

Morning Headlines | Winston Peters says Covid inquiry biased, Strait of Hormuz shipping remains at standstill and Air New Zealand may cut routes | Wednesday, March 11, 2026

Critical minerals: What they are and why NZ suddenly cares

What is New Zealand’s critical minerals list, where are the minerals, and will we mine them? Video / Mike Scott

Middle East conflict wrap: 10 March 2026

Donald Trump sent mixed messages in a news conference, saying the Middle East conflict could soon be over. Video / AFP / PBS News

Covid inquiry: Report slams cost of long lockdowns, urges future changes

Health Minister Simeon Brown is with The Front Page to discuss the final report’s findings, and whether we’ve actually learned anything from it.

Christopher Luxon confirms call with Sir John Key amid leadership speculation

He said they chatted golf. Video / Mark Mitchell

Gisborne kura social media plea for safer school crossing

A Gisborne student and father have taken to social media, urging the council to provide their kura with a pedestrian crossing. Video / Daniel Procter

Auckland's new east west train line

Auckland Transport has released new footage from the driver's point of view of the new east-west train line.

Dr Shane Reti reveals why he is leaving politics

He announced his departure on Tuesday. Video / Mark Mitchell

Watch: Prime Minister Christopher Luxon responds to Covid inquiry

He said it made sobering reading and included a very big lesson about the impact on the economy. Video / Mark Mitchell

MetService afternoon weather update: March 10 2025

Afternoon weather update: Heavy rain and strong winds for Northland. Video / MetService

Health Minister Simeon Brown responds to Covid inquiry

Health Minister says some Covid restrictions were in place to long. Video / Mark Mitchell

NZ Herald Headlines | Tuesday March 10, 2026

Afternoon Headlines | Trump says US-Israel war on Iran is ahead of schedule and Air New Zealand shares rise on opening trade | Tuesday March 10, 2026

MetService severe weather watch update: Tuesday March 10, 2026

MetService severe weather watch update: Tuesday March 10, 2026. Video / MetService

Erica Stanford admits it has been a bad week for the National Party

Education Minister Erica Stanford admits it has been a bad week for the National Party. Video / Julia Gabel

Air NZ suspends guidance as ‘crack spread’ hits jet fuel margins, crude price drops on Trump remarks

Business with Forsyth Barr: Air NZ says interim guidance now out of date; CBS reports Trump saying war could be over ‘very soon’, sending Brent crude back under $90/bbl.

Daily panel with Sir Graham Lowe and Lara Greaves

Iran, petrol and infrastructure: the daily panel discusses the issues of the day. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

Would you trust AI to plan your holiday? | Herald NOW

Lorna Riley tells Herald NOW about the latest travel trends – including Club Med's new Vikela safari resort and AI itinerary planners. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

Finance Minister Nicola Willis talks to Ryan Bridge regarding petrol price crisis

Nicola Willis said on Monday the Government will not subsidise fuel amid the Middle East conflict. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

Mussel farmer fears for livelihood over Christchurch's wastewater ocean dumping plan | Herald NOW

Ben Winters says the wastewater would contaminate his mussel farm. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

Asteroid mining: It might sound science fiction, but it's here

Companies are already building spacecraft to extract rare metals from space rocks, Dr Anna Brennan reveals.

Crude price crests and falls on G7 meetings, rooftop solar loans scheme mooted

Business with Forsyth Barr: Crude oil retreats from a surge to close on $120/barrel; councils seek Crown support for scheme to get panels and batteries on more homes.

Apple releases it's cheapest-ever Laptop: Is it worth the hype? | Herald NOW

Gorilla Technology CEO Paul Spain with all you need to know about Apple's new Macbook Neo. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

Chris Hipkins on Covid, elections and working with Te Pāti Māori | Herald NOW

Chris Hipkins talks Covid, National polling and working with Te Pāti Māori. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

Why the Middle East crisis is bad news for farmers and food prices alike | Herald NOW

Arable farmer, David Birkett says the industry is already suffering skyrocketing prices. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

Will petrol hit $4 a litre? Waitomo boss talks to Ryan Bridge | Herald NOW

Waitomo CEO Simon Parham talks to Ryan Bridge about New Zealand fuel prices. Video/ Ryan Bridge TODAY