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Iran War: Marshall Islands Declares 90-Day Economic Emergency Over Fuel Crisis
Monday, 30 March 2026, 6:27 pm | RNZ
The Marshall Islands has declared a 90-day state of economic emergency amid a growing fuel crisis due to the United States and Israel's war in Iran. More >>
Southland Farmer Takes Edible Bale Netting Invention To Europe
Monday, 30 March 2026, 12:35 pm | RNZ
The Orepuki deer farmer, who invented edible bale netting, has his eyes set on international markets and the British royal family. More >>
From Beststart To Kiwisaver: Changes That Might Affect Your Wallet On 1 April
Monday, 30 March 2026, 12:23 pm | RNZ
Some additional shifts can make a big difference to your bank balance, pay and retirement savings. More >>
Fuel Crisis: 'Business As Usual', Luxon Says - But Some Industries Are Struggling
Monday, 30 March 2026, 12:15 pm | RNZ
It comes as supply chain data shows the last shipments of fuel from Gulf Oil for New Zealand are likely to arrive on 20 April. More >>
Philippine Airlines To Push Through With Manila-Saipan Flights Despite Energy Crisis
Monday, 30 March 2026, 12:11 pm | RNZ
The airline says it will proceed with its new route despite an energy crisis in the Philippines and the recent suspension of Cebu-Guam flights. More >>
New Caledonia’s Domestic Airline Files For Bankruptcy
Monday, 30 March 2026, 12:06 pm | RNZ
New Caledonia's domestic airline Air Calédonie filed for bankruptcy on Friday. More >>
Fiji's HIV Cases Climb Toward 1 Percent Of Population
Monday, 30 March 2026, 8:23 am | RNZ
The number of Fijians who are HIV positive has risen to at least 9000 one percent of the population as infections surge. More >>
Communities Push Back Against Proposed Alcohol Reforms
Sunday, 29 March 2026, 8:18 pm | RNZ
The government says it wants to reduce red tape, make it easier for businesses to obtain licences, and trust adults to make their own choices. More >>
Fiji's Former President Ratu Epeli Nailatikau Passes Away
Sunday, 29 March 2026, 8:14 pm | RNZ
Ratu Epeli, a chief and former Fiji Military commander, who served as president from 2009 to 2015, passed away at the Suva Private Hospital on Thursday. More >>
Epidemiologist Says Influeneza Vaccine Can Reduce Risk Of Heart Attacks
Sunday, 29 March 2026, 8:13 pm | RNZ
The vaccine can be as effective as heart attack medication for those infected by influenza, epidemiologist Dr Michael Baker says. More >>
Government Reveals Details Of Fuel Crisis Rationing Plan - And Who Will Be Prioritised
Sunday, 29 March 2026, 8:11 pm | RNZ
The prime minister stressed there was no need to hoard fuel, as the government's crisis plan is revealed. More >>
Ford Hybrid Problem 'Couldn't Have Happened At A Worse Time'
Sunday, 29 March 2026, 8:09 pm | RNZ
Ford has written to some Escape PHEV owners about a battery issue that could create a fire hazard, if fully charged. More >>
Why Economists Are 'Very Worried' About What Lies Ahead
Sunday, 29 March 2026, 8:08 pm | RNZ
"It's almost a bit of a repeat of 2025 ... and this is looking like the same again, except probably worse." More >>
What’s Going On At Kathmandu Owner KMD Brands?
Sunday, 29 March 2026, 8:06 pm | RNZ
Over the course of a week, KMD Brands has delayed the release of its financial results twice. More >>
Country Life: Roots That Run Deep - Capri Tomatoes
Sunday, 29 March 2026, 7:44 pm | RNZ
From Italy to Wellington's south coast: for the past 60 years, the Cuccurullo family has kept the tradition of growing tomatoes from seeds first sourced in Capri in the 1960s. More >>
Why Does A War In Iran Affect NZ House Prices And Home Loans? - Ask Susan
Saturday, 28 March 2026, 8:31 pm | RNZ
Money correspondent Susan Edmunds tackles questions around how the war in Iran is impacting house prices and home loans. More >>
The House: Immigration Changes To Protect Migrants But Expand Deportation
Saturday, 28 March 2026, 8:28 pm | RNZ
Immigration law amendments would further punish migrant exploitation, and widen the ability to deport migrants for various offences and errors. More >>
One Vaccine, Many Diseases: The Study Trying To Find Universal Protection
Saturday, 28 March 2026, 8:26 pm | RNZ
An American study is working on an all-in-one vaccine that could protect against the flu, Covid and other diseases. More >>
Central Hawke's Bay Mayor Questions Wattie's, Mccain Closures In 'Pretty Good Food Producing Region'
Saturday, 28 March 2026, 8:24 pm | RNZ
"It's just come at a really bad time, when there's a lot of bad news happening out there," Central Hawke's Bay Mayor Will Foley said. More >>
Country Life: Powered By Bullocks, A Northland Family Farms Without Fossil Fuels
Saturday, 28 March 2026, 8:23 pm | RNZ
Bullocks and horses power the Land family farm in the Hokianga where three generations live off-grid, growing practically all their own food without the need for fossil fuels. More >>
