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Kiwis in Tehran warned of toxic hazards following US-Israel strikes
Source: Radio New Zealand A plume of smoke rises after a strike on the Iranian capital of Tehran on March 5, 2026. AFP / Atta Kenare New Zealanders in Iran’s...
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How much fuel does NZ have – and what happens if we run out?
Source: Radio New Zealand there were 49 days’ worth of petrol, 54 of diesel and 50 of jet fuel in New Zealand at the start of this month. File photo....
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Government may offer asylum to Iranian female football players, Seymour says
Source: Radio New Zealand Iranian players saluting for the national anthem after being reprimanded for not singing in an earlier match. AFP The New Zealand government may offer asylum to...
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Advocacy group calls for National Fuel Security Plan to be activated in face of global shortages
Source: Radio New Zealand An advocacy group wants more action from the government in the face of global fuel shortages. RNZ A broad coalition dedicated to assessing and responding to...
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War on the wallet: Iran conflict a ‘worst of worlds’ scenario
Source: Radio New Zealand Motorists drive past a plume of smoke rising from a reported Iranian strike in the industrial district of Doha, 1 March 2026. MAHMUD HAMS / AFP...
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NZ economy ‘on precipice’ as markets wobble, oil price rises
Source: Radio New Zealand Economist Shamubeel Eaqub said there would be a wider inflation effect for New Zealand, beyond the increase in petrol prices that has already begun. Screengrab /...
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‘Sovereignty at stake’, Iranian diaspora says
Source: Radio New Zealand Women members of Iran’s Red Crescent society stand near smoke plumes from an ongoing fire following an overnight airstrike on the Shahran oil refinery in northwestern...
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Jessie Buckley, Rose Byrne, Kate Hudson and Michelle Williams Wear Desert Diamonds on The Red Carpet at The 32nd Actors Awards
Source: Media Outreach Today’s biggest stars express individuality and confidence with natural diamonds LOS ANGELES, US – Media OutReach Newswire – 9 March 2026 – At this year’s The Actor...
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Government working ‘around the clock’ to help New Zealanders stranded in Middle East
Source: Radio New Zealand Royal New Zealand Air Force C-130J Hercules prepares to leave for the Middle East on 7 March. Kaye Albyt New Zealanders in the Middle East should...
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Airlines may look to cut flights as fuel prices soar, airline boss says
Source: Radio New Zealand Duane Emeny, chief operating officer of Air Chathams. Sharon Brettkelly Airlines may have to cut the number of flights as they grapple with the soaring price...
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Advocacy – Government needs to close “back-door” method of restricting rights using proposed “move-on orders” – PSNA
Source: Palestinian Solidarity Network Aotearoa PSNA has written to Justice Minister Paul Goldsmith today requesting proposed ‘move-on’ laws will specifically continue to allow free speech and the right to protest...
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Politics live: Christopher Luxon responds to poll result
Source: Radio New Zealand Finance minster Nicola Willis is joining Christopher Luxon at the weekly post-Cabinet media conference, with an update on the economy. But attention is likely to fall...
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Iran conflict sparks freight chaos: New Zealand faces soaring costs and months‑long delays
Source: Radio New Zealand Freight was being disrupted due to the conflict in Iran. (File photo) Bryan Crump A freight company is warning New Zealand faces sharply higher freight prices,...
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Politics live: Christopher Luxon faces grilling after disastrous week
Source: Radio New Zealand Finance minster Nicola Willis is joining Christopher Luxon at the weekly post-Cabinet media conference, with an update on the economy. But attention is likely to fall...
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Iran conflict: Request for Australian help shows the changing nature of warfare
Source: Radio New Zealand Rocket trails are seen in the sky above the Israeli center coastal city of Netanya amid a fresh barrage of Iranian missile attacks. AFP / JACK...
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Politics live: Christopher Luxon faces pressure after polling woes
Source: Radio New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon is holding his weekly post Cabinet media conference to face questions about his leadership, the polls and Iran. Watch it live here...
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1win Arranges Private Charter Flights for VIP Clients Leaving the UAE Amid Aviation Disruptions
Source: Media Outreach DUBAI, UAE – Media OutReach Newswire – 9 March 2026 – As aviation disruptions continue in the Gulf region following reports of a drone strike near Dubai...
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Super Rugby Pacific: Crusaders win a ‘turning point’ for Blues
Source: Radio New Zealand Blues winger Caleb Clarke scores a second half try during the Super Rugby Pacific – Blues v Crusaders at Eden Park, Auckland, New Zealand. Photosport Prior...
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How strong is support for Christopher Luxon? We’re about to find out
Source: Radio New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon. RNZ / Mark Papalii Analysis – The Prime Minister has doubled down in the wake of a horror poll on Friday, saying...
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Kiwi Paul Coll wins third NZ Squash Open title
Source: Radio New Zealand Paul Coll in action at the New Zealand Open in Christchurch. photosport Squash star Paul Coll defended his New Zealand Open title in Christchurch on Sunday,...
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Raisina: The Taiwan Strait Issue
Source: Radio New Zealand By Graeme Acton, Asia Media Centre This week’s 11th Raisina Dialogue in New Delhi decided to take the Taiwan Strait issue seriously. GREG BAKER/AFP If China...
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The world at our breakfast table: Three Kiwi staples that almost all end up offshore
Source: Radio New Zealand RNZ Five years after Who’s Eating NZ, this series revisits where our food goes, but this time through the lens of Kiwi breakfast, lunch and dinner...
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Palestine Forum of New Zealand Marks International Women’s Day
Source: Palestine Forum of New Zealand Honouring the Courage, Resilience, and Strength of Palestinian Women – Palestine Forum of New Zealand joins communities around the world in commemorating International Women’s Day...
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Super Rugby Pacific: Crusaders attack exposed in Will Jordan’s absence against Blues
Source: Radio New Zealand All Black Will Jordan was rested for the Crusaders’ clash against the Blues. Martin Hunter/ActionPress World class one week, woeful the next. The Crusaders barely fired...
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Prime Minister Christopher Luxon says Cabinet colleagues back him, won’t stand down as National’s leader
Source: Radio New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon (L) flanked by his Cabinet colleagues. RNZ / Kim Baker Wilson The Prime Minister has told Newstalk ZB none of his Cabinet...
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Prim Minister Christopher Luxon says Cabinet colleagues back him, won’t stand down as National’s leader
Source: Radio New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon (L) flanked by his Cabinet colleagues. RNZ / Kim Baker Wilson The Prime Minister has told Newstalk ZB none of his Cabinet...
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Applause at Auckland Airport as flight arrives from Dubai
Source: Radio New Zealand Those waiting outside Auckland International Airport’s arrival area erupted into applause for the landing of the first flight from the Middle East since recent conflict began....