PoliticsFormer National MP to run as NZ First candidate as Peters delivers State of the Nation speechWinston Peters confirmed the party would campaign on splitting up the energy gentailers.22 Mar 02:48 AM
New ZealandGaspy moves to tighten fuel-cost reporting amid petrol price panicThe cost of premium petrol has hit $4 a litre for the first time in parts of Auckland.21 Mar 09:04 PM
New ZealandAuckland public transport use hits 7-year high as fuel prices surge Tuesday’s services carried 7000 more trips than the previous record day.21 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandNew Zealand backs allies over Iran attacks' threat to ships in GulfNZ is one of 20 nations condemning Iran's Gulf attacks, but Australia is not among them.21 Mar 04:15 AM
WorldTrump plans commando raids to seize Iranian nuclear materialsUS officials were reportedly looking at options for securing or extracting the material.21 Mar 03:08 AM
AucklandBrace yourself: Fuel prices hit $4 a litre in parts of Auckland, some stations 'run out'Z Energy has also suspended its Sharetank service.20 Mar 11:01 PM
WorldUS launches aerial offensive to reopen Strait of HormuzLow-flying jets, helicopters used to strike Iranian vessels, drones near shipping lane.20 Mar 08:05 AM
PremiumPremiumEnergyIran war: What NZ could do in conflict and who’s winning the battleNZ could bombard shores to clear seas but would struggle with drones, professor says.20 Mar 05:17 AM
New ZealandFuel discounts stay as some supermarket stations run dryFinance Minister Nicola Willis says New Zealand has 41 days of petrol in reserve stocks.20 Mar 02:22 AM
New ZealandRideshare giant announces fuel surcharge in NZ as drivers hit hard by rising pricesA surcharge of 5c per km will take effect from March 25 as drivers bear a 'big cost'.20 Mar 01:25 AM
BusinessFuel price surge: Diesel jumps $1 in a month as 91 nears 2022 recordAverage petrol prices have topped $3 a litre, with diesel also nearing the $3 mark.19 Mar 09:46 PM
PremiumPremiumEnergyExtra 350m litres fuel storage possible at Marsden Point, operator saysMarsden Point already holds 300 million litres of imported refined fuel.19 Mar 09:46 PM
WorldNetanyahu says Iran decimated as Tehran warns of 'zero restraint' in energy attacksIran’s missiles caused ‘extensive damage’ at Qatar’s Ras Laffan LNG hub.19 Mar 09:07 PM
New ZealandNZ Herald Morning Headlines | Friday, March 20, 2026NZ Herald Morning Headlines | The Finance Minister will meet with fuel importers today and relief could be on the way for households - as the petrol panic continues.Watch19 Mar 06:29 PM
Ryan Bridge TODAYFuel crisis: 'Govt isn't fully preparing Kiwis for what's next'| Ryan Bridge TODAYDavid Keat, former Marsden Point refinery manager, says the Govt needs to prepare us for what's to come. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAYWatch19 Mar 06:22 PM
BusinessFrom Xero to zero emissions: New Zealander of the year Sir Rod Drury's power play for Aotearoa's futureDrury is backing massive solar, data centre and fusion power projects.19 Mar 04:00 PM
WorldIran targets Saudi Arabia oil refinery as prices surge to NZ$189 a barrelThe prices soared after Iran struck Qatar's largest gas facility.19 Mar 07:21 AM
PremiumPremiumAnalysisJenée TibshraenyJenée Tibshraeny: What can the Govt really do to shield us from this oil shock? ANALYSIS: Securing supply is the first line of defence.19 Mar 07:00 AM
New ZealandDiesel prices spike by 90 cents per litre since Iran conflict, report findsA fuel monitoring report shows retail prices have risen by around 55c per litre.19 Mar 04:30 AM
PremiumPremiumAnalysisAnalysis: Willis hints at who'll get targeted fuel support – and who'll miss outANALYSIS: Nicola Willis has made her focus for support clear.19 Mar 03:30 AM
PremiumPremiumBusiness'Disappointing': Soft GDP growth exposes fragile recovery and households reluctant to spendPrivate consumption fell 0.1%, the first drop in household spending since 2024.19 Mar 02:00 AM
PoliticsGovt preparing NZ for 'worst-case scenario' amid war, fuel prices to rise furtherChristopher Luxon said things could get worse before they get better.19 Mar 01:20 AM
WorldEuropean leaders rebuff Donald Trump's call to open the Strait of HormuzEuropean leaders are reluctant to join a war Trump started without consulting them. 18 Mar 09:23 PM
PremiumPremiumManufacturingPlastics sector warns of 75% material price surge as Iran conflict bites supplyAbout 22% of New Zealand's polymers come directly from the Middle East.18 Mar 04:00 PM
WorldKiwi in Dubai describes 'waves of bombs' amid conflict and crackdownThe expat said exit flight prices were prohibitively high and conditions unpredictable.18 Mar 03:27 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionRichard PrebbleRichard Prebble: Is New Zealand betting too much on 'paper' oil reserves?OPINION: Politicians need to front up on the tough fuel questions.18 Mar 02:00 AM
New ZealandHow can NZ gain energy security?On today: Todd McClay, Mike McIntyre, Todd Charteris, Eric Gorlier, and Hunter McGregor. 18 Mar 12:36 AM
PoliticsNumber of days NZ is covered for fuel stock dips below last week's levelsThe Government is not suggesting that rationing fuel is needed at this stage.18 Mar 12:23 AM
BusinessPetrol jumps 10c in days as pumps run dry, Kiwis hunt for cheapest fuelNew Zealand holds 32.8 days of petrol, with 25.2 more days en route.18 Mar 12:19 AM
New Zealand'Horrible': Fuel price surge a cost truckers can't absorbNigel Castles says it has added $1000 to the daily bill to run his 11-truck fleet.17 Mar 11:40 PM
BusinessConsumers 'nervous' about economic outlook amid war in Middle EastThe index slipped to 94.7 in March, showing pessimists now outnumber optimists.17 Mar 10:42 PM
PoliticsFuel supply chain resilience endorsed at energy summit as Govt prepares latest updateThe latest update on the country's fuel stocks is expected this afternoon. 17 Mar 10:39 PM
New ZealandThe number of flights Air NZ is cutting in Hawke’s Bay as jet fuel costs surgeHawke's Bay's losing dozens of flights to Auckland and Wellington between March and May.17 Mar 09:28 PM
PremiumPremiumAnalysisLiam DannInside Economics: After the oil shock – what economists now expect on inflation, GDP and interest ratesANALYSIS: Liam Dann takes a deeper dive into the week's economic news.17 Mar 09:19 PM
