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The Kiwi creatives nominated at the 2026 Oscars

From Wētā Workshop to Kiwi costume designers, New Zealand creatives are among those vying for Oscars at today's Academy Awards.

6:00am

As the US and Isreal war with Iran continues, Finance Minister Nicola Willis described what a worst case scenario would be for New Zealand if the conflict dragged on and what the Government's plans were.

Politics

Willis outlines 'worst-case scenario' for NZ if Middle East war drags on

Speaking to Q+A this morning, the Finance Minister says the Government was planning for supply disruptions and higher prices as global oil routes remain under pressure.

21:12

Moana Pasifika head coach Tana Umaga pictured before his team's loss to the Blues at Eden Park.

Rugby

Tana Umaga confirms approach to help coach All Blacks

The Moana Pasifika head coach distanced himself from a 1News report last week but was more forthcoming at Eden Park today.

Health

'Should not be eaten': Batch of cheese recalled due to Listeria risk

“These products should not be eaten. You can return them to the place of purchase for a refund. If that’s not possible, throw it out.”

Te Whatu Ora has called on people in the community to be alert for symptoms.

Health

Meningococcal cases being treated as outbreak among Dunedin students

Health NZ believe infections may be spreading asymptomatically within the student population, with pharmacies reporting heavy vaccine demand.

Crashes have been reported up and down the country.

New Zealand

Three dead in separate crashes across New Zealand

Police are investigating three fatal crashes in Hastings, Mangaweka and Lindis Pass today, with multiple roads closed and serious crash inquiries under way.

Business

Retailers must now honour three-year gift card expiry under new law

New legislation coming into force today requires all retailers to give customers at least three years to use gift cards.

6:00am

Rapid improvements to batteries and chargers mean battery electric trucks are already viable for urban and short-range trucks

World

Could high oil prices speed up the shift to electric trucks?

Diesel powers most freight trucks. As oil prices spike, electric trucks are looking more attractive – if upfront cost and charging barriers can be overcome.

6:00am

Two women from the Iranian Red Crescent Society stand as a thick plume of smoke from a U.S.-Israeli strike on an oil storage facility late Saturday rises in the sky in Tehran, Iran.

World

Toxic black rain endangers public after attacks on Iran's oil facilities

Residents in Tehran complained last week of burning eyes and difficulty breathing when the dark and oily precipitation fell near the Iranian capital after several fuel oil depots and a refinery were struck.

6:00am

A fire and plume of smoke rise after, according to authorities. debris from an intercepted Iranian drone struck an oil facility in Fujairah, United Arab Emirates, Saturday, March 14, 2026.

World

Trump urges allies to send warships to region as Iran vows retaliation

Trump said he hoped China, France, Japan, South Korea, the UK and others send warships to keep the Strait of Hormuz "open and safe".

3:42

World

Could high oil prices speed up the shift to electric trucks?

Diesel powers most freight trucks. As oil prices spike, electric trucks are looking more attractive – if upfront cost and charging barriers can be overcome.

6:00am

World

Toxic black rain endangers public after attacks on Iran's oil facilities

6:00am

World

Trump urges allies to send warships to region as Iran vows retaliation

Trump said he hoped China, France, Japan, South Korea, the UK and others send warships to keep the Strait of Hormuz "open and safe".

3:42

Entertainment

The Kiwi creatives nominated at the 2026 Oscars

From Wētā Workshop to Kiwi costume designers, New Zealand creatives are among those vying for Oscars at today's Academy Awards.

6:00am

Politics

Willis outlines 'worst-case scenario' for NZ if Middle East war drags on

Speaking to Q+A this morning, the Finance Minister says the Government was planning for supply disruptions and higher prices as global oil routes remain under pressure.

21:12

Rugby

Tana Umaga confirms approach to help coach All Blacks

The Moana Pasifika head coach distanced himself from a 1News report last week but was more forthcoming at Eden Park today.

Health

'Should not be eaten': Batch of cheese recalled due to Listeria risk

“These products should not be eaten. You can return them to the place of purchase for a refund. If that’s not possible, throw it out.”

Health

Meningococcal cases being treated as outbreak among Dunedin students

Health NZ believe infections may be spreading asymptomatically within the student population, with pharmacies reporting heavy vaccine demand.

New Zealand

Three dead in separate crashes across New Zealand

Police are investigating three fatal crashes in Hastings, Mangaweka and Lindis Pass today, with multiple roads closed and serious crash inquiries under way.

Claire Turnbull (Composite image: Vinay Ranchhod 1News)

Life

I've worked in nutrition for 26 years – here's what I think about supplements

Before you purchase another pill promising lustrous hair, increased immunity and a surging libido, there are a few things to stop and consider.

Codemeru Vai celebrates his try for the Blues against Moana Pasifika at Eden Park.

Rugby

Blues coolly close out victory as Moana Pasifika see red

Moana struggle with their discipline against rivals before head coach Tana Umaga drops big All Blacks hint.

World

Could high oil prices speed up the shift to electric trucks?

Diesel powers most freight trucks. As oil prices spike, electric trucks are looking more attractive – if upfront cost and charging barriers can be overcome.

6:00am

World

Toxic black rain endangers public after attacks on Iran's oil facilities

6:00am

Life

I've worked in nutrition for 26 years – here's what I think about supplements

Before you purchase another pill promising lustrous hair, increased immunity and a surging libido, there are a few things to stop and consider.

Rugby

Blues coolly close out victory as Moana Pasifika see red

Moana struggle with their discipline against rivals before head coach Tana Umaga drops big All Blacks hint.

World

Trump urges allies to send warships to region as Iran vows retaliation

Trump said he hoped China, France, Japan, South Korea, the UK and others send warships to keep the Strait of Hormuz "open and safe".

3:42

Entertainment

The Kiwi creatives nominated at the 2026 Oscars

From Wētā Workshop to Kiwi costume designers, New Zealand creatives are among those vying for Oscars at today's Academy Awards.

6:00am

Politics

Willis outlines 'worst-case scenario' for NZ if Middle East war drags on

Speaking to Q+A this morning, the Finance Minister says the Government was planning for supply disruptions and higher prices as global oil routes remain under pressure.

21:12

Rugby

Tana Umaga confirms approach to help coach All Blacks

The Moana Pasifika head coach distanced himself from a 1News report last week but was more forthcoming at Eden Park today.

Health

'Should not be eaten': Batch of cheese recalled due to Listeria risk

“These products should not be eaten. You can return them to the place of purchase for a refund. If that’s not possible, throw it out.”

Health

Meningococcal cases being treated as outbreak among Dunedin students

Health NZ believe infections may be spreading asymptomatically within the student population, with pharmacies reporting heavy vaccine demand.

Entertainment

The Kiwi creatives nominated at the 2026 Oscars

From Wētā Workshop to Kiwi costume designers, New Zealand creatives are among those vying for Oscars at today's Academy Awards.

6:00am

Politics

Willis outlines 'worst-case scenario' for NZ if Middle East war drags on

Speaking to Q+A this morning, the Finance Minister says the Government was planning for supply disruptions and higher prices as global oil routes remain under pressure.

21:12

Rugby

Tana Umaga confirms approach to help coach All Blacks

The Moana Pasifika head coach distanced himself from a 1News report last week but was more forthcoming at Eden Park today.

Health

'Should not be eaten': Batch of cheese recalled due to Listeria risk

“These products should not be eaten. You can return them to the place of purchase for a refund. If that’s not possible, throw it out.”

Health

Meningococcal cases being treated as outbreak among Dunedin students

Health NZ believe infections may be spreading asymptomatically within the student population, with pharmacies reporting heavy vaccine demand.

New Zealand

Three dead in separate crashes across New Zealand

Police are investigating three fatal crashes in Hastings, Mangaweka and Lindis Pass today, with multiple roads closed and serious crash inquiries under way.

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