PremiumPremiumWorldIran war: How economic shock could become long-term damageNew York Times: Targeting oil and gas infrastructure in the Gulf has ongoing impacts.23 Mar 09:00 PM
WorldTanker traffic: The ships passing through the Strait of HormuzMore than 20 ships have used a purported Iran-approved northern route.23 Mar 07:13 PM
WorldTrump calls off Iran power plant strikes after 'very good' talks, which Iran deniesTrump says he ordered a five-day pause on strikes while secret talks continue.23 Mar 04:59 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldChoke point: The Strait of Hormuz was supposed to be too big to failNew York Times: World economy dependent on small number of regions at risk for shutdowns.23 Mar 04:00 PM
World Luxon says 'no discussion' on NZ helping break Strait of Hormuz blockagePrime Minister says there had been 'no proposal, no debate' on the issue.23 Mar 03:51 AM
PremiumPremiumWorldA look at the escalating battle for the Strait of HormuzNew York Times: All of the options to reopen it are complex and carry substantial risks.22 Mar 06:30 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
New ZealandBluebridge cancels five sailings this weekend after technical issues found onboardThe operator said all affected customers will be notified by email and text. 21 Mar 02:34 AM
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
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
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
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
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
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
WorldOvernight attacks in Lebanon as Israel-Hezbollah conflict intensifiesImages show large-scale damage to several buildings in Beirut.17 Mar 08:09 AM
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
WorldWestern allies push back on Trump call for Nato help to reopen HormuzSir Keir Starmer says any Hormuz effort will be a non‑Nato alliance of partners.16 Mar 06:50 PM
WorldTrump urges allies to secure Hormuz as Europe shuns Nato role in Gulf warEuropean allies, including Britain and France, are resisting a Nato role.16 Mar 05:00 PM
New ZealandNo need to panic-buy: Minister moves to calm fuel-shortage fearsNicola Willis says New Zealand still has about 50 days of fuel supply.15 Mar 06:00 AM
WorldTrump seeks global backing to secure vital Gulf oil routeOil prices have jumped 40% as Iran chokes the Strait of Hormuz and hits Gulf sites.15 Mar 01:02 AM
WorldIranian regime 'not on the verge of collapse', US intel report finds, as oil soars upwardsIran's leadership is not at risk of collapsing any time soon, the report says.12 Mar 08:14 AM
WorldMiddle East war: Latest on the global economic falloutIran said it was ready for a long war of attrition that would 'destroy' the world economy.11 Mar 11:38 PM
WorldIranian sea mines: the West's waterborne nightmareUS forces have struck 28 Iranian mine-laying vessels, President Donald Trump said today.11 Mar 08:46 PM
WorldIran says war could destroy global economy, Trump vows to 'finish' jobIran has hit two cargo ships and warned vessels from US allies to stay away.11 Mar 06:11 PM
EnergyFuel security update: How many days of petrol and diesel NZ hasPetrol, diesel and jet fuel stocks all sit above legal minimum levels.11 Mar 02:10 AM
WorldUN warns Hormuz standstill will hit world’s most vulnerableShip movements through the Strait have plunged from 129 a day to just three.10 Mar 06:09 PM
BusinessPetrol prices sail past $3 as volatility continues, one cut-price station bumps up price 19c It's likely we won't see a drop in prices, warns one fuel boss.09 Mar 08:52 PM
BusinessOil soars 30% as US-Israel war with Iran batters Asian marketsThe war has halted Strait of Hormuz shipping, blocking a fifth of global crude.09 Mar 04:01 AM
WorldIran war: 10 vessels attacked in Hormuz Strait, analysts sayAt least seven people have been killed during attacks in the waterway, IMO says.09 Mar 01:25 AM
WorldWar with Iran spreading economic damageEurope and Asia hit hard, with rising shipping costs and energy prices.08 Mar 06:16 PM
WorldMiddle East war a new shock for financial marketsEuropean gas prices have leapt 66% in a week as Strait of Hormuz shipping is choked.07 Mar 02:26 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandDeficient training and oversight: Why NZ spent 139 days without its largest shipThe Navy failures cost New Zealand at least $5.6m in repairs.06 Mar 07:00 PM
New ZealandWhat NZ global supply chains are being disrupted by US-Iran conflict?Explainer: Up to 80 oil and gas tankers a day normally pass through the Hormuz Strait.05 Mar 04:21 AM