Middle East conflict wrap: 4 March 2026

Middle East conflict wrap: 4 March 2026

Over the past 24 hours, the conflict between Iran, Israel and the United States has entered an even more volatile phase.

Olympian skateboarder suffers horror injury after fall at competition

Aussie Olympian Chloe Covell broke her finger after tumbling off her skateboard at the Belco Jam competition in Canberra. Video / Chloe Covell

Iran strikes: Is it time for New Zealand to take a stronger stance?

The US and Israel ramp up strikes on Iran as Europe is pulled in — how close is wider global involvement? Robert Patman breaks down what could happen next, on The Front Page.

Luke Metcalf hints at early NRL return

Luke Metcalf joins Nathan Limm on The Big League Podcast at the Warriors season launch.

PM, Immigration Minister questioned over visas amid Middle East conflict

The Prime Minister has had to clarify his comments in Parliament. Video / Mark Mitchell

Elliott Smith on Dave Rennie announcement

Newstalk ZB rugby editor Elliott Smith discusses the appointment of Dave Rennie as All Blacks coach. Video / Alyse Wright

Airport's giant heat pumps aim to be cool for the environment

Auckland Airport has invested $15m on new heat pumps aimed at cutting gas dependence. Video / Auckland Airport

Rare whale stranded in inner Auckland city bay breaks free thanks to local volunteers

Wildlife volunteer Shaun Lee stayed in the water for an hour solo trying to guide the three-tonne mammal back to sea. Video / Richard Harri

NZ Herald Live: New All Blacks' coach press conference

New All Blacks' coach Press conference

Advanced EV tech, now within reach

Accessible 5-Star safety and smart EV tech for Kiwi drivers.

Christopher Luxon has to return to Parliament to correct an answer

The PM made a personal explanation of an answer he gave on visa extensions during the Middle East conflict.

Fire after Iranian drone strike near US consulate

Drone attack causes fire near US consulate in Dubai. Video / Social Media

Rare copper-red lunar show dazzles New Zealand sky

The spectacular sight of a rare lunar eclipse graced southern skies overnight with the moon turning copper-red. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

Jim Carrey faces bizarre cloning allegations, Kiwi comedian lands dream gig in London

Jenni Mortimer with the latest entertainment news, including Kiwi comedian Joseph Moore landing Saturday Night Live gig. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

Trump talks Middle East conflict in meeting with German Chancellor

US President hosts Germany's Friedrich Merz for his first visit with a foreign leader since joining Israel in strikes on Iran that have dragged the Middle East into war. Video/AFP

Panel: Iran conflict, young offender boot camp & alcohol regulations| Herald NOW

Jo Robertson, parenting specialist, and Kiwi filmmaker Oscar Kightley talk about the latest issues. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

Earthquakes in Auckland? Hidden faultlines discovered beneath our biggest city| Herald NOW

Work is now underway to find out if Auckland's faultlines pose a serious risk. Researcher James Muirhead joins Herald NOW. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

Traditional Ceilidh Dance

Ceilidh dancing involves a group of people, a caller, and upbeat Irish music.

Have drones changed modern warfare?| Herald NOW

yos Aerospace CEO Sam Vye speaks on Herald NOW about drones being used in war. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

Pene Pati: Life as an opera star

Pene Pati joins Herald NOW ahead of new documentary 'TENOR: My Name is Pati' release. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

Dairy booms, whip Around sells $100m+ stake, global commodities surge on Middle East conflict

Business with Forsyth Barr: Fonterra holds supply as GDT prices firm, Noah Hickey kicks a goal for Dan Carter with Whip Around sale, gas market and Polymarket react to conflict.

'Political Panel: NZ's position on Middle East conflict, and Air NZ pre-tax losses. Herald NOW

David Seymour and Marama Davidson talk Air New Zealand losses and US/Israeli strikes on Iran. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

'NZ meat exports stuck in the Hormuz Strait| Herald NOW

Meat Industry Association chairman Nathan Guy gives update on how the Middle East-US crisis impacts New Zealand's meat exports. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

Thousands of Kiwi containers in limbo

Trade Minister Todd McClay discusses the latest developments in the Middle East conflict and its effects on the New Zealand economy. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

Iranians fleeing 'dangerous' Tehran arrive in Turkey

Iranians cross into neighbouring Turkey through the land border of Kapikoy, as the Middle East conflict stretches into its fourth day.

MetService morning weather update: March 4

MetService morning weather update: March 4. Video / MetService

Sport Headlines| Wednesday, March 4, 2026

Sport Headlines | Golfer Jon Rahm accuses European tour of extortion and NZRL chief executive Greg Peters exits | Wednesday, March 4, 2026

NZ Herald Morning Headlines| Wednesday, March 4, 2026

Morning Headlines | NZ exporters face Middle East fallout, police minister confident on 500 recruits and tourism remains major economic driver | Wednesday, March 4, 2026

Grandparents' grief after 4-year-old's dog attack death in Katikati

The grandparents of 4-year-old Timothy Tu’uaki Rolleston-Bryan killed in a dog attack in Katikati, shared their grief in this April 2025 interview. Video / Ben Dickens

Watch: Outlander's final season

Season 8 is the final season of Outlander. Video / Starz

Iran war day three recap: Trump warning the conflict could last over a month

U.S. and Israeli strikes on Tehran and Beirut, Iranian missiles fired at Israel, and Trump warning the conflict could last over a month. Video / AFP

Iran and the Strait of Hormuz: What rising oil prices mean for New Zealand

Geopolitical analyst Dr Geoffrey Miller is with The Front Page to take us through why the blocking of just over three kilometres of water can have global ramifications.

Kiwi saves a kiwi

Northlander Amelia Boyce saved a baby chick from drowning after it got stuck in a swimming pool filter. Video / Amelia Boyce

Roger Tuivasa-Sheck commits to Warriors after R360 interest

Roger Tuivasa-Sheck talks about R360 and his recent injury with Nathan Limm on The Big League Podcast.

Christopher Luxon's Clare Curran moment

The Prime Minister was flummoxed at his post cabinet press conference. Video / NZ Herald / Parliament TV

'It's proof': New coral evidence clashes with Govt's South Pacific trawling plan

Greenpeace says footage identified 350 coral and sponge species on the Lord Howe Rise. Video / Supplied

PM Christopher Luxon walks back comment on Iran

Prime Minister Christopher Luxon says he misspoke at Monday's post-Cabinet press conference when discussing action on Iran. Video / Mark Mitchell

Panel: Travel insurance and green investments

Maxim Institute executive director Tim Wilson and GirlBoss CEO Alexia Hilbertidou talk about the latest issues. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

Arts festival returns to Venice, house from Heated Rivalry open for bookings | Herald NOW

Latest travel updates on Venice Biennale, house from Heated Rivalry available to book and website unites solo female travellers. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

Petrol prices likely to hike as Iran war disrupts key oil trade route

Westpac's Kelly Eckhold takes a look at how Kiwis will be impacted at the pump as Iran war continues. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY