The Government's yet to make a call on whether New Zealand would ease sanctions on Russian oil, as the Iran war affects shipments.

The US has eased some of its sanctions, as its barrage on Iran continues - alongside Israel.

Crude oil prices have skyrocketed since Iran stopped ships traversing the Strait of Hormuz.

Finance Minister Nicola Wills is urging Kiwis not to panic, as there's plans in place to keep households supported. 

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The Government's yet to make a call on whether New Zealand would ease sanctions on Russian oil, as the Iran war affects shipments.
The US has eased some of its sanctions, as its barrage on Iran continues - alongside Israel.
Crude oil prices have skyrocketed since Iran stopped ships traversing the Strait of Hormuz.
Finance Minister Nicola Wills is urging Kiwis not to panic, as there's plans in place to keep households supported.&nbsp;
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With a straight down the middle approach, Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive on Newstalk ZB delivers the very latest news and views to New Zealanders as they wrap up their day.

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive

Barry Soper: Newstalk ZB senior political correspondent on Nicola Willis urging Kiwis not to panic over fuel shortages

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Former US president Barack Obama has revealed Queen Elizabeth II didn't approve of the Brexit referendum.

The new book, The Queen and Her Presidents: The Hidden Hand That Shaped History, revealed that the late monarch questioned why a major political decision would be left to a public vote.

UK correspondent Enda Brady says the Queen also voiced concerns with Donald Trump's presidency.

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Former US president Barack Obama has revealed Queen Elizabeth II didn't approve of the Brexit referendum.
The new book, The Queen and Her Presidents: The Hidden Hand That Shaped History, revealed that the late monarch questioned why a major political decision would be left to a public vote.
UK correspondent Enda Brady says the Queen also voiced concerns with Donald Trump's presidency.
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Enda Brady: UK correspondent on Queen Elizabeth II voicing disapproval with Brexit referendum

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The ongoing Middle East conflict has seen Australia business confidence hit lows not seen since the Covid-19 pandemic.

The US has today moved to blockade the Strait of Hormuz, and the supply shock is likely to hit households hard, according to experts.

HSBC chief economist Paul Bloxham explained further.

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The ongoing Middle East conflict has seen Australia business confidence hit lows not seen since the Covid-19 pandemic.
The US has today moved to blockade the Strait of Hormuz, and the supply shock is likely to hit households hard, according to experts.
HSBC chief economist Paul Bloxham explained further.
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Paul Bloxham: HSBC chief economist on Australian business confidence dropping to Covid-era low

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Tonight on The Huddle, Tim Wilson from the Maxim Institute and Tō Waha Media's Carmen Parahi joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day - and more! 

More people are planning to boycott road user charges as the Middle East conflict continues and fuel prices go up. Do we think this will become a serious movement? 

There's warning an OCR hike could come as soon as next month, with the Strait of Hormuz blockade generating concerns. How worried should we be? 

After 30 years, the Crusaders will be ditching the matchday horses ahead of the big stadium move. How gutting is this? What could replace the horses?

Trump's feud with Pope Leo continues - whose side are we on?

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Tonight on The Huddle, Tim Wilson from the Maxim Institute and Tō Waha Media's Carmen Parahi joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day - and more!&nbsp;
More people are planning to boycott road user charges as the Middle East conflict continues and fuel prices go up. Do we think this will become a serious movement?&nbsp;
There's warning an OCR hike could come as soon as next month, with the Strait of Hormuz blockade generating concerns. How worried should we be?&nbsp;
After 30 years, the Crusaders will be ditching the matchday horses ahead of the big stadium move. How gutting is this? What could replace the horses?
Trump's feud with Pope Leo continues - whose side are we on?
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The Huddle: What could the Crusaders replace the horses with?

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Barry Soper: Newstalk ZB senior political correspondent on Nicola Willis urging Kiwis not to panic over fuel shortages

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