Five Big Things That Happened Today: Thursday, March 12

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What we know about Air NZ's fuel crisis flight cuts; Busy weather conditions ahead; Max Key speaks on construction company collapse.

What we know about Air NZ's fuel crisis flight cuts

Air New Zealand will be cutting around 1100 flights from its domestic schedule as it responds to rising fuel prices caused by the war on Iran.

The airline did not provide a list of affected flights, but some public officials have come forward with further details after speaking with the national carrier.

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Weather: 'Busy 36 hours ahead', Far North records 131km/h wind gust

Despite yesterday's wind easing off today, MetService says the country is still in for a "busy 36 hours" as new heavy rain watches are issued.

Yesterday, the forecaster warned of strong winds across the North Island, where a yellow strong wind watch has since expired for the Far North.

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'I'm owed over $100k': Max Key on construction company collapse

Max Key has spoken out after an Auckland construction company collapsed owing his business more than six figures.

The son of former prime minister John Key said he was "rattled" by the impact of the collapse.

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Watch: Iran hits ships in Strait of Hormuz, drones injure people near Dubai Airport

Iran has attacked commercial ships across the Persian Gulf in response to increased US and Israeli strikes.

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