Iran has cut off one of the world’s most strategically important choke points.

About a fifth world’s total oil consumption passes through the Strait of Hormuz.

Iran’s revolutionary guards commander-in-chief has warned that “if anyone tries to pass” they will “set those ships ablaze”.

The narrow sea passage sits between Oman and Iran.

Experts have said a prolonged conflict in the Middle East could lead to a sustained rise in oil prices, fueling inflation, and having global economic effects.

Today on The Front Page, geopolitical analyst Dr Geoffrey Miller is with us to take us through why the blocking of just over three kilometres of water can have global ramifications.

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Host: Chelsea Daniels
Editor/Producer: Richard Martin
Producer: Jane Yee

Iran has cut off one of the world&rsquo;s most strategically important choke points.
About a fifth world&rsquo;s total oil consumption passes through the Strait of Hormuz.
Iran&rsquo;s revolutionary guards commander-in-chief has warned that &ldquo;if anyone tries to pass&rdquo; they will &ldquo;set those ships ablaze&rdquo;.
The narrow sea passage sits between Oman and Iran.
Experts have said a prolonged conflict in the Middle East could lead to a sustained rise in oil prices, fueling inflation, and having global economic effects.
Today on The Front Page, geopolitical analyst Dr Geoffrey Miller is with us to take us through why the blocking of just over three kilometres of water can have global ramifications.
Follow The Front Page on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts.
You can read more about this and other stories in the New Zealand Herald, online at nzherald.co.nz, or tune in to news bulletins across the NZME network.
Host: Chelsea Daniels Editor/Producer: Richard Martin Producer: Jane Yee

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Go beyond the headlines with The Front Page, the New Zealand Herald&rsquo;s daily news podcast. Each weekday Chelsea Daniels unpacks the stories shaping Aotearoa, from what&rsquo;s happening in our own backyard to global events shaping our future.
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Go beyond the headlines with The Front Page, the New Zealand Herald’s daily news analysis podcast. Each weekday Chelsea Daniels unpacks the stories shaping Aotearoa, from what’s happening in our own backyard to global events shaping our future. Every episode we speak to leaders, experts, reporters, and those living the story, so you get the full picture. Subscribe now so you never miss an episode.

Go beyond the headlines with The Front Page, the New Zealand Herald&rsquo;s daily news analysis podcast. Each weekday Chelsea Daniels unpacks the stories shaping Aotearoa, from what&rsquo;s happening in our own backyard to global events shaping our future. Every episode we speak to leaders, experts, reporters, and those living the story, so you get the full picture. Subscribe now so you never miss an episode.

Iran and the Strait of Hormuz: What rising oil prices mean for New Zealand

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The US and Israel have launched a massive assault on Iran.

Benjamin Netanyahu has said that the strikes will increase over the coming days.

Donald Trump has said that they “figured it will be four weeks or so” when asked about a potential timeline.

Iran has retaliated, unleashing its own strikes on US military bases, Israel and other targets across the Middle East.

The killing of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and many of his senior commanders has left Tehran’s future leadership in question. 

But questions are also swirling about the legality of the strikes.

Today on The Front Page, Waikato University international law professor, Al Gillespie is with us to discuss how we got here, and where to next.

Follow The Front Page on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts.

You can read more about this and other stories in the New Zealand Herald, online at nzherald.co.nz, or tune in to news bulletins across the NZME network.

Host: Chelsea Daniels
Editor/Producer: Richard Martin
Producer: Jane Yee

The US and Israel have launched a massive assault on Iran.
Benjamin Netanyahu has said that the strikes will increase over the coming days.
Donald Trump has said that they &ldquo;figured it will be four weeks or so&rdquo; when asked about a potential timeline.
Iran has retaliated, unleashing its own strikes on US military bases, Israel and other targets across the Middle East.
The killing of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and many of his senior commanders has left Tehran&rsquo;s future leadership in question.&nbsp;
But questions are also swirling about the legality of the strikes.
Today on The Front Page,&nbsp;Waikato University international law professor, Al Gillespie is with us&nbsp;to discuss how we got here, and where to next.
Follow The Front Page on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts.
You can read more about this and other stories in the New Zealand Herald, online at nzherald.co.nz, or tune in to news bulletins across the NZME network.
Host: Chelsea Daniels Editor/Producer: Richard Martin Producer: Jane Yee

How US-Israel assault on Iran could repeat 20 years of failed wars

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The debate over asset sales has reared its head again, this time after a very grim result for our national carrier.

Air New Zealand has reported an after tax $40 million loss for the six months to December.

We’ve had a controversial and complicated history when it comes to selling off state assets.

From bailing out banks to the great 90s airport selloff, it’s always been a touchy subject for Kiwis who want to keep everything in house.

But, is it time for us to face facts that maybe privatisation isn’t that bad after all?

Today on The Front Page, Act Party leader and Deputy Prime Minister David Seymour is with us to chat about what should stay, and what should go.

Follow The Front Page on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts.

You can read more about this and other stories in the New Zealand Herald, online at nzherald.co.nz, or tune in to news bulletins across the NZME network.

Host: Chelsea Daniels
Editor/Producer: Richard Martin
Producer: Jane Yee

The debate over asset sales has reared its head again, this time after a very grim result for our national carrier.
Air New Zealand has reported an after tax $40 million loss for the six months to December.
We&rsquo;ve had a controversial and complicated history when it comes to selling off state assets.
From bailing out banks to the great 90s airport selloff, it&rsquo;s always been a touchy subject for Kiwis who want to keep everything in house.
But, is it time for us to face facts that maybe privatisation isn&rsquo;t that bad after all?
Today on The Front Page, Act Party leader and Deputy Prime Minister David Seymour is with us to chat about what should stay, and what should go.
Follow The Front Page on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts.
You can read more about this and other stories in the New Zealand Herald, online at nzherald.co.nz, or tune in to news bulletins across the NZME network.
Host: Chelsea Daniels Editor/Producer: Richard Martin Producer: Jane Yee

“Other things I know about” – Seymour suggests Air NZ issues beyond reported financial downturn

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New figures show New Zealand women are significantly under-represented in property ownership. 

More than half (53%) of Gen Z men and two-thirds (66%) of Millennial men own the home they live in. 

That’s compared to the female figures of about a third and under half, respectively. 

Today on The Front Page, Cotality NZ’s chief property economist, Kelvin Davidson is with us to discuss what’s contributing to the discrepancy, and how we might be able to fix it. 

Follow The Front Page on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts.

You can read more about this and other stories in the New Zealand Herald, online at nzherald.co.nz, or tune in to news bulletins across the NZME network.

Host: Chelsea Daniels
Editor/Producer: Richard Martin
Producer: Jane Yee

New figures show&nbsp;New Zealand women are significantly under-represented&nbsp;in property ownership.&nbsp;
More than half (53%) of Gen Z men and two-thirds (66%) of Millennial men own the home they live in.&nbsp;
That&rsquo;s&nbsp;compared to the female figures of about a third and&nbsp;under half,&nbsp;respectively.&nbsp;
Today on The Front Page,&nbsp;Cotality&nbsp;NZ&rsquo;s chief property economist, Kelvin Davidson is with us&nbsp;to discuss&nbsp;what&rsquo;s&nbsp;contributing&nbsp;to the&nbsp;discrepancy, and how we might be able to fix it.&nbsp;
Follow The Front Page on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts.
You can read more about this and other stories in the New Zealand Herald, online at nzherald.co.nz, or tune in to news bulletins across the NZME network.
Host: Chelsea Daniels Editor/Producer: Richard Martin Producer: Jane Yee

Why are young women less likely to own the home they live in?

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Iran and the Strait of Hormuz: What rising oil prices mean for New Zealand

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