The Kiwidex

fuel crisis grips New Zealand as diesel prices surge nearly 95% since the war began, prompting emergency response plans that prioritise defence and emergency services while leaving small operators uncertain. With petrol at $3.27/L and manufacturing growth stalling, the energy shock ripples through an economy already grappling with 3.1% inflation. As policymakers scramble to contain the damage, households face mounting pressure from transport costs that touch every corner of daily life.

Summary · 26 May 2026