MetService morning weather update: March 2

Sport Headlines | Monday March 02, 2026

Sport Headlines | Daniel Hillier wins 105th NZ Open, NZ plays South Africa in T20 semi-final, Stephen Crichton slots field goal in dying seconds of game | Monday March 02, 2026

NZ Herald Morning Headlines | Monday, March 02, 2026

Morning Headlines | NZ exporters watch unfolding violence in Middle East, KiwiSaver rule change, battery-related fires cost rate payers | Monday, March 02, 2026

Christopher Luxon in studio with Mike Hosking

Prime Minister Christopher Luxon joined Newstalk ZB's Mike Hosking in studio. Video / Newstalk ZB

MetService morning weather update: March 2

MetService morning weather update: March 2. Video / MetService

Dubai hotels ripped apart by Iranian attack

Luxurious calm of apartment blocks, hotels and gated estates is ripped apart by Iranian attack

Trump announces US military operation in Iran

Trump claims US-Israeli attacks on Iran have killed Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, the nation’s Supreme Leader. Video / AFP

Watch: $50m St Marys Bay apartment project nears completion

GN Construction shows work on the project at 87 Shelly Beach Rd, Auckland. Video / GN Construction

NZ Herald Live: Winston Peters makes statement on US-Israel conflict with Iran

Deputy Prime Minister Winston Peters Winston Peters makes statement on US-Israel conflict with Iran. Video / NZ Herald

Air defence systems in Abu Dhabi counter Iranian attacks

Tehran launched waves of reprisal attacks on multiple countries, including the UAE, following US and Israeli strikes. Video / Supplied

NZ Herald Morning News Update | Death toll rises in US-Israel strike on school in Iran

NZ Herald Morning News Update | Death toll rises in US-Israel strike on school in Iran, UAE and Qatar ambassador advises New Zealanders to shelter in place. Video / NZ Herald

Iran retaliatory airstrikes hit military bases across Middle East

Iran has launched retaliatory strikes against military bases held by the US and Israel in the Middle East. Video / AFP

Israel and US launch missile strikes against Iran

Israel and the United States have launched an 'all out' missile strike on Iran, which an Israeli source claims is expected to last for at least four days. Video / AFP, Getty

Italian tourists’ campervan broken into days after they purchased it

Italian couple Elisa Raso and Andrea Pelizzaro lost laptops, cash and copies of documents in the theft. Video / NZ Herald

NZ Herald Morning News Update | Bill Clinton's ties to Epstein, KiwiSaver rates change

NZ Herald Morning News Update | Bill Clinton's ties to Epstein, KiwiSaver rates change, child poverty stats show no improvement. Video / NZ Herald

Auckland Council urges owners to act after rise in serious dog attacks

Auckland Animal Shelter reports a spate of serious dog attacks, raising concerns for animal control officers. Video / Dean Purcell

Bret McKenzie, Musician and comedian on his new tour and yarns from Flight of the Concords

Bret McKenzie, Musician and comedian talks to chief entertainment and lifestyle reporter, Jenni Mortimer. Video \ Jason Dorday

Backstage with the Madden brothers: Kiwi golf and the Good Charlotte legacy

Mitchell Hageman chats to rockers Joel and Benji Madden ahead of their massive Domain show.

Auckland man confronts AT driver caught parking where resident got $100 ticket

An Auckland Transport (AT) spokesperson said the area where the resident parked was clearly marked with a no parking/stopping signpost. Video / Supplied

“Other things I know about” – Seymour suggests Air NZ issues beyond reported financial downturn

Act Party leader and Deputy Prime Minister David Seymour joins The Front Page to discuss his recent calls for the government to sell their shares in Air NZ.

Family urges kōrero on organ donation after teen fighter dies from crash injuries

Auckland Anniversary crash victim: Tristyn Nathan's donated organs have already given seven recipients another chance. Video / Sylvie Whinray

NZ Herald Afternoon Headlines | Friday, February 27, 2026

Afternoon Headlines | Mismatch in supply of teachers and US Democrats call for Trump to testify on his relationship with Jeffrey Epstein | Friday, February 27, 2026

Reality Check: Inside America's Next Top Model

The official trailer for Netflix series, Reality Check: Inside America's Next Top Model. Video / Netflix

Tuatapere crowns New Zealand’s best sausage at New World showdown

The self-declared “Sausage Capital of New Zealand”, Tuatapere, has hosted New World’s nationwide Sausage Showdown. Thomas Ramage of New World Alexandra took out the top honour.

Volumes up for Port of Tauranga, Vista back in the black, valuations trim Summerset

Business with Forsyth Barr: Results in from Port of Tauranga, Summerset, Vista Group as earnings season wraps up, plus Hallensteins Glassons updates stronger sales.

'I was amazed': Photographer captures stunning shots of giant rare turtles in Bay of Plenty

The leatherbacks are not often seen in the region. Nathan Pettigrew spotted five of them.

'Pop a manu': World champs take centre stage on Auckland Viaduct

'It's not as easy as it looks,' Katie Oliver reports. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

Daily panel: Gang crackdown; domestic flight prices and manu culture

Ryan Bridges and Chelsea Daniels discuss the topical issues of the day.

Inside Radisson RED Auckland, The City’s Most Theatrical New Hotel

A design-led hotel bringing theatre, art, skyline views and a creative hub to Auckland city.

Air NZ reset: Forsyth Barr's Andy Bowley explains the multimillion-dollar loss

The airline has reported a multimillion-dollar first-half loss.

Is the Crusaders dynasty over? Sport Analysis with Cam McMillan and Chris Reive

Cam McMillan and Chris Reive break down the Black Caps' journey to the semi-finals, what next for the Crusaders, and Snoop Dogg's Swansea venture. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

Media Insider: The hit international quiz show getting a Kiwi spinoff

Shayne Currie reveals the top contenders to front a Kiwi version of hit quiz show 'Tipping Point'; NBR takes on MBIE over subscription use. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

Autumn kicking off with a cold snap: Your MetService weekend weather outlook

Heather Keats with your weekend weather outlook, Friday, February 27.

Nvidia beats, markets say ‘meh’; financial services bigger than ag; PR firm’s $3.2m success fee

Business with Forsyth Barr: Big tech results fail to fire tech rally, FSC bids for light-touch regulation with economic impact report, Silvereye success fee story spurs industry.

Political Panel: Paul Goldsmith and Willie Jackson discuss Iran, violent crime and homelessness

MPs Paul Goldsmith and Willie Jackson discuss violent crime, the response to homelessness and how New Zealand should deal with Iran. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

Is peace nearing between U.S and Iran? Geopolitical analyst Dr. Geoffrey Miller explains

The two nations have had their third round of discussions in Geneva.

'We need a paradigm shift': Black Power life member on understanding crime

Black Power life member Denis O'Reilly speaks to Michael Morrah on Ryan Bridge TODAY about crime rates and the issues young people are facing.

NZ Herald Sport Headlines | Friday, February 27, 2026

Sport Headlines | Tall Blacks beat Philippines, South Africa and India secure Super 8 stage wins | Friday, February 27, 2026

NZ Herald Morning Headlines | Friday, February 27, 2026

Morning Headlines | Air New Zealand announces first-half loss; and a plea for more immediate access to beds to address homelessness | Friday, February 27, 2026

MetService weather: February 27, 2026

MetService weather: February 27, 2026. Video / MetService

MetService weather: February 26, 2026

MetService weather: February 26, 2026. Video / MetService