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About 140,000 families to get $50 a week to help with high fuel prices
The boost is expected to cost about $373 million and last no more than a year.
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Stories and analysis from The Northern Express Herald.
Iran war: Reeling from the oil shock and ‘running out of ideas’
New York Times: Supply shortages from Mideast have rippled through Asia, upending lives.
Kiwi beauty brand Essano plots big US comeback with digital-first push
All Essano products will continue to be manufactured in South Auckland.
More than 70 Kiwis in overseas jails, true total unknown
Many do not tell MFAT they are arrested, so the actual numbers could be much higher.
Democrats argue Trump’s China policy risks ‘strategic failure’
Senate report argues US policies weakening America’s advantage over China.
Sharp drop in Chinese military aircraft near Taiwan raises questions
It may be linked to China’s political gathering or the upcoming Trump visit or Iran war.
Kiwis among those procuring perverted new bespoke livestreamed child sex assaults
NZ is a key 'demand side' country for predators who want to 'direct' child abuse online.
Oil soars 30% as US-Israel war with Iran batters Asian markets
The war has halted Strait of Hormuz shipping, blocking a fifth of global crude.
War with Iran spreading economic damage
Europe and Asia hit hard, with rising shipping costs and energy prices.
56 Afghan civilians killed in conflict with Pakistan since last week: UN
Pakistan denies causing any civilian deaths in its latest airstrikes.
Men are nearly twice as likely to hold Australia’s top-paid jobs
In Australia, discretionary pay is also contributing significantly to the gender gap.
Seascape developer put into receivership
Calibre Partners is now running the company developing the country's tallest tower.
These 7 destinations are unbeatable. How many have you ticked off?
One travel writer shares 7 spots they can't help but revisit.
Inside: The looming Taiwan chip disaster Silicon Valley has long ignored
New York Times: The US tech industry has refused to shift where it gets most of its chips.
Big harvest, big profit: Scales bets on apples and proteins for next growth wave
Scales Corp lifted annual profit to $101m as revenue surged 54% to $899.9m.
Kim Yo Jong: The powerful sister behind North Korea's supreme leader
Sibling of Kim Jong Un elevated to a key position in North Korea’s ruling party.
Woman accused of using ChatGPT to plan double murder
She reportedly asked the chatbot about the effects of mixing alcohol and pills.
ICC to begin pre-trial hearing for Philippines' Duterte
Court to decide whether former leader should stand trial for crimes against humanity.
NZ has 'front-row seat' to only lunar eclipse of 2026
Stardome says you need only your eyes and clear skies to see the event.
How to add lanterns, street food and underwater dining to your next summer getaway
Make summer count with lanterns, street food and iconic events
Tariff ruling: What happens to all these trade deals now?
New York Times: Deals include ones with some of America's largest trading partners.
Abandoned baby monkey wins fans after bonding with soft toy
Zookeepers in Japan cared for Punch after his mother left him soon after birth.
Stop horsing around: What to expect in the Year of the Horse
The rare Fire Horse year has arrived, appearing only once every 60 years.
Andrew is not above the law, says chief prosecutor
Police are probing claims former prince leaked trade secrets to Jeffrey Epstein.
China’s ski slopes pull big crowds as Japan tensions run high
Chinese opt to stay at home, hitting domestic slopes in the country's northeast.
It’s personal: How Trump sees the rest of the world
New York Times: What the US President has said about other countries and leaders.
Revealed: Andrew and Epstein planned secret business in China
Emails show Andrew planned a Beijing firm with Epstein after his 2008 conviction.
'Can be heaven and hell': Kiwi expat deported from Bali after months in detention
Andrew McLean's lawyers argue there was no proper basis for his detainment.
Japan snap election: Sanae Takaichi eyes big win despite heavy snow
Polls tip the Prime Minister's LDP to win a clear majority in the Lower House.
Inside the quiet war at Christchurch’s border: How Customs fights rising drug threats
Christchurch Customs officers talk about their working environment.