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
PremiumPremiumPoliticsWhat could the Government's targeted support be amid fuel price increases?Finance Minister Nicola Willis and Prime Minister Christopher Luxon spoke to journalists on Thursday. Video / Mark MitchellWatch19 Mar 02:53 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
PremiumPremiumOpinionCould this be the end of Dubai?NYT Opinion: The desert city's image as a sleek, apolitical sanctuary is under attack.18 Mar 10:55 PM
Business'Still fragile': GDP growth not as strong as hoped, Iran war casts 'shadow' over outlookStrong agricultural returns a bright spot as GDP growth disappoints.18 Mar 10:38 PM
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
New ZealandBrace for more pain at the pump: Minister warns petrol prices will continue to rise Kiwis should prepare to pay more for fuel 'through no fault of our own': minister.18 Mar 09:02 PM
WorldWith Larijani dead, Iran must choose between negotiation and destructionAli Larijani’s killing leaves Iran’s top security council split over the war.18 Mar 07:34 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessGDP due today: Did the economy keep growing through the end of 2025? Economists are divided on how strong growth was in the fourth quarter. 18 Mar 06:10 PM
WorldIran targets Gulf energy sites after intel chief killedIsrael says its forces may now kill any senior Iranian official they can target.18 Mar 05:08 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
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
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
Herald NOW BusinessFormer Palantir staffer takes us inside the tech giant | Herald NOW BusinessAI is reshaping how the US military makes decisions in war. Jonty Kelt reflects on the early days at Palantir. Video / Herald NOW BusinessWatch17 Mar 08:31 PM
WorldShipping body warns crews trapped with dwindling fuel, water in GulfAbout 20,000 crew on 3000 ships are stuck in the Gulf with dwindling supplies.17 Mar 07:58 PM
WorldCrowds gather in Iran after authorities urge nationwide ralliesA near-total internet blackout has made independent reporting from Iran rare.17 Mar 07:39 PM
WorldLarijani's death is more significant than that of Supreme LeaderAli Larijani was seen as Iran's de facto leader since June last year.17 Mar 07:22 PM
WorldIran's security chief killed in strike, Israel saysIsrael says Ali Larijani was the 'effective leader' of Iran's regime.17 Mar 05:08 PM
WorldTop counterterrorism official Joe Kent resigns in opposition to Iran warKent, an ex-Green Beret whose wife died in Syria, calls Iran no imminent threat.17 Mar 05:00 PM
OpinionAaron Gilbert: The Iran crisis is hitting KiwiSaver balances – but market volatility can work for you tooOPINION: Falling markets are hitting growth KiwiSaver funds hardest right now.17 Mar 05:00 PM
New Zealand'We need to be really measured and calm': Fuel chief moves to ease shortage fearsChannel Infrastructure has 300 million litres of fuel stored at Marsden Point.17 Mar 04:00 PM
WorldOvernight attacks in Lebanon as Israel-Hezbollah conflict intensifiesImages show large-scale damage to several buildings in Beirut.17 Mar 08:09 AM
PremiumPremiumTourismTravellers pushing trips to second half of year to avoid Iran conflict – travel boss The firm had strong revenue last year but the Middle East conflict could weigh on 2026. 17 Mar 04:18 AM
New ZealandFuel and fertiliser prices on The CountryOn today's show: Cameron Bagrie, Damien O'Connor, Todd Clark, and Kelvin Wickham. 17 Mar 12:56 AM
New Zealand'Not ideal': Farmers face uncertain future as fuel prices skyrocket"One of our forage harvesters would use over 1000 litres a day, probably 1500 litres.”16 Mar 09:14 PM
World'Not Nato's war': German chancellor responds to Trump's Strait of Hormuz demandMerz said the US and Israel 'did not consult us prior to this war'.16 Mar 07:56 PM
WorldIran's new Supreme Leader escaped death by seconds, leaked audio revealsLeaked audio from protocol chief Mazaher Hosseini details the missile hits.16 Mar 07:51 PM
