A Palestinian woman inspects the scene of an Israeli airstrike near al-Aqsa Hospital in Deir al-Balah in the central Gaza Strip, Saturday, Aug. 1, 2026

Palestinians hope Hamas will disarm, fear Israeli forces won't withdraw

Residents in Gaza say they have been repeatedly promised that the war will stop and their lives will improve.

Sun, Aug 2

President Donald Trump speaks in the Oval Office of the White House, Wednesday, June 10, 2026, in Washington.

High-stakes test for Trump’s Gaza peace board with Hamas disarmament

Trump's Board of Peace will have a major role in overseeing the deal's implementation.

Sun, Aug 2

Palestinians salvage their belongings from the rubble of a building and tents destroyed in an Israeli airstrike in Gaza City, Thursday, July 30, 2026.

Hamas says it will disarm if Israel halts strikes and withdraws from Gaza

It marks a potential breakthrough in ending the war, but implementation faces major challenges.

Sat, Aug 1

Palestinians inspect the site of an Israeli military strike, in Deir al-Balah, central Gaza Strip, Saturday, July 25, 2026.

Israel detains over 70 following deadly violence in the West Bank

Palestinians described searches that included raids of a hospital in the city of Nablus, one of the territory's most violent areas.

Sun, Jul 26

Displaced Palestinians lineup to receive donated food at a community kitchen in Khan Younis, southern Gaza Strip

Famine has ended in Gaza – but experts warn it could get worse

A report from the Integrated Food Security Phase Classification, or IPC, warned that "small disruptions to humanitarian access could rapidly reverse recent gains".

Fri, Jul 24

Palestinians inspect the site of an Israeli airstrike in Nuseirat, central Gaza Strip, Friday, July 17, 2026.

Israeli strike on funeral in Gaza kills 7, wounds 22, hospital says

The Israeli military said it targeted a “terrorist cell” belonging to the Palestinian Islamic Jihad militant group and was aware that civilians may have been harmed in the strike.

Sat, Jul 18

Israeli settlers blocking the road and cars carrying Khanna and his group.

US congressman detained by Israeli military and settlers in the West Bank

US Representative Ro Khanna said he was detained by settlers and the Israeli military in the occupied West Bank and released only after calls to the American Embassy in Jerusalem.

Sun, Jul 12

June 2026
Shortly after Hāhona Ormsby stood to speak, the meeting was suspended by the chair.

Pro-Palestinian protesters disrupt Peters at select committee

The protester was later escorted out of the room by security officers.

Thu, Jun 18

Foreign Minister Winston Peters.

NZ slaps travel bans on three extremist Israeli settlers

New Zealand will place travel bans on three individuals, who have "actively worked to expand illegal settlements in the West Bank, including through violence".

Tue, Jun 2

May 2026
New Zealand joins call for Israeli settlement expansions to end

New Zealand joins call for Israeli settlement expansions to end

In a joint statement, nine world leaders call on Israel to end its settlement expansions and ensure accountability for settler violence in the West Bank.

Sat, May 23

January 2026
A Gaza teen's chances of walking depend on Rafah border crossing

A Gaza teen's chances of walking depend on Rafah border crossing

Rimas Abu Lehia was wounded five months ago when Israeli troops opened fired toward a crowd of hungry people mobbing an aid truck for food in Gaza.

Sun, Feb 1

October 2025
The morning's headlines in 90 seconds, including Hurricane Melissa makes landfall, the new low mortgage rate from a smaller bank, and new research into whether gluten is the dietary devil it’s made out to be.

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October 29, 2025

Space Minister Judith Collins said the decision to go ahead with BlackSky satellite launches was the right one. 

Minister warned about possible Israeli use of NZ-launched satellites

Space Minister Judith Collins said this week the decision to go ahead with BlackSky satellite launches was the right one.

October 24, 2025

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October 20, 2025

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This family escaped Gaza for NZ, but could more have been helped?

Corazon Miller follows one family’s struggle to get out, and uncovers official documents indicating it might have been possible to evacuate others.

October 19, 2025

US President Donald Trump shows the signed peace treaty at the Gaza summit chaired by Egypt's President Al-Sisi in Scharm El Scheich. 

Has Trump masterminded 'the end of the age of terror' or a showbiz extravaganza?

OPINION: The optics of 'The Trump Declaration for Enduring Peace and Prosperity' are great but detail in the agreement is slight and a great many obstacles remain.

October 16, 2025

Complex issues remain for Israel-Hamas ceasefire after hostage release

Complex issues remain for Israel-Hamas ceasefire after hostage release

While there was an outburst of joy in Gaza for prisoners returning from Israel and hope that the fighting may wind down for good, the torment drags on for war-weary Palestinians.

October 14, 2025

Peters says partner injured by glass in wake of attack on window

Peters says partner injured by glass in wake of attack on window

Peters said his partner, Jan Trotman, had this morning cut herself on some glass from the attack.

October 10, 2025

The morning's headlines in 90 seconds, including heavy rain on the way for some, a timeline for the Gaza hostages to be released, and why Princess Catherine says put down your phone.

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October 10, 2025

The morning's headlines in 90 seconds, including a man’s arrested over an attack on Winston Peters’ house, why hundreds of people might need to resit their driving test, and will the ‘Mushroom Murder’ case see duelling appeals?

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October 7, 2025

The morning's headlines in 90 seconds, including hope the peace deal for Gaza will become reality, a league and sevens star is coming to the Warriors, and why your social feeds could soon be flooded with fakes.

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October 6, 2025

September 2025
The morning's headlines in 90 seconds, including a big bank’s prediction for interest rates coming down, Trump’s warning over a Gaza peace plan, and the Wallabies get reinforcements for the weekend’s All Blacks clash.

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September 30, 2025

The morning's headlines in 90 seconds, including Christopher Luxon defending the decision not to recognise Palestine, a Silver Ferns star has spoken out about the team’s coaching drama, and 2025’s Bird of the Year is named.

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September 29, 2025

Colin Keating gives his assessment about what New Zealand's position could mean for its standing internationally.

NZ’s reputation to 'take hit' after Palestine decision - former top diplomat

Colin Keating spoke to Q+A about the Government’s decision, announced by Foreign Minister Winston Peters yesterday at the UN General Assembly.

September 28, 2025

Former Prime Minister Helen Clark.

'Sad charade': Former PM slams Govt decision on Palestinian statehood

Helen Clark has criticised New Zealand's decision not to recognise Palestinian statehood, calling it a missed opportunity

September 27, 2025