Tracking data shows some vessels were able to make it through the strait while it was briefly open Iran says it is closing the Strait…

The Met says it has stepped up patrols in the area Attacks on the Jewish community are “gathering momentum”, the Chief Rabbi says, after another…

The couple’s tour included both commercial and charitable events The Duke and Duchess of Sussex have finished their brisk four-day visit to the east coast…

Defendants Xin Li and son Boyuan Zhang. (Source: 1News) A mother and son accused of attempting to illegally export pounamu to China are nearing the…

A C‑130J Hercules has departed Auckland on its way to the Middle East. (Source: Supplied) A C‑130J Hercules has departed Auckland this morning as the…

An estimated 200 to 300 litres of lubricating oil has been spilt in Akaroa Harbour by the anchored Royal New Zealand Navy vessel HMNZS Te…

The Manaro Voui volcano is spewing ash and smoke as high as four kilometres above sea level. (Source: rnz.co.nz) The Vanuatu Government has decided not…

Smoke rises following an Israeli airstrike in Dahiyeh, Beirut’s southern suburbs, in Beirut, Lebanon, Friday, March 6, 2026. (Source: Associated Press) US President Donald Trump said…

Australian Foreign Minister Penny Wong. (Source: Getty) Australia is considering offering military aid to Middle Eastern countries hit by Iranian strikes but personnel won’t be…

Analysts are concerned the US and Israel’s war with Iran could end up fuelling nuclear proliferation, with one expert warning more weapons will only bring…