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Auckland Airport’s new international check-in: Southbase wins contract
Southbase Group is looking for engineers and other workers after winning the big contract.
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Subcontractors chase unpaid retentions and bills in Teak Construction liquidation
A subcontractor claims Teak stretched '30 days' to 30 working days for payments.
Six decades of links: Air NZ celebrates Hong Kong route milestone
The trips started in days of cocktail-mixing flight stewards and a hair-raising approach.
How US-Iran conflict could hit airfares and flights from here
Airlines such as Air New Zealand can take steps to lessen the impact of war on prices.
Jetstar announces first direct Christchurch-Perth route
The summer service is another salvo from the Aussie carrier in New Zealand markets.
Airspace closed, flights cancelled as US-Iran conflict flares
The conflict has impacted other countries including Bahrain, the UAE, Kuwait and Jordan.
At least 20 dead after military plane carrying cash crashes near La Paz
The Hercules C-130 was carrying Bolivian banknotes that scattered across the road.
British Airways owner's profit up 22% as fuel costs drop
Group has eyes on a Portuguese prize.
Air New Zealand political drama: Airports support ‘reset’ after $40m loss
As Air NZ aims to climb out of dumps, it gets both backing and calls for transparency.
Air New Zealand loses $40m in six months, Qantas makes $1b
Airline blames engine dramas, sluggish domestic demand, high costs, and weak dollar.
'We need to be fighting fit': Air NZ chief on his plan to reset airline after big loss
It seems all options on the table as airline confronts sobering challenges.
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Airlines: When Ohakea will be available 24/7 for biggest aircraft
A decision on an Air Force base for jumbo jets has long been awaited.
Regional airline loans welcomed after soaring costs batter operators
Carriers around the country may need a lifeline for the lifelines they provide.
Two new measles cases confirmed in Auckland, locations of interest revealed
Both new Auckland measles cases are from the same household.
Samoa airport fee increase sparks wrath of global airline group
Surge in fees from next week will impact tourists and diaspora, airlines say.
Electric aircraft trial ends as Air NZ weighs 2028 launch decision
It's unclear if Alia is the solution but it performed well in varied conditions.
Global talent war: Air traffic controllers in demand as shortages bite
An aviation group says traffic controller, pilot and engineer shortages are all a problem.
Air NZ result looms as airport tensions simmer
Big loss expected, but what should the country be looking for when Air NZ's result lands?
'I'll bury you': Violent threats as taxi driver tensions explode over airport pick-up lane
Among the threats, Magan Vashisht said he would kick a woman's teeth in.
Donald J. Trump International Airport? His company trademarked it
New York Times: The Trump brand may now have yet another landing spot - US airports.
How Auckland Airport plans to grow, upgrade and cut queues at the same time
Domestic jet passenger numbers are now at 93% of 2019 levels.
Auckland Airport profit up, expects passenger numbers to keep growing
Total passenger numbers hit 9.64m, up 2% on the previous year.
Opponents of UK passport changes claim the move is a ‘money-grab’
Dual nationals to be barred from entering UK without British passport from next week.
British man smashes check-in machines in airport rampage
The 35-year-old allegedly wrecked kiosks at Hong Kong International Airport.
Planes land in wild wind at Wellington Airport
Footage of several planes landing in wild winds at Wellington Airport. Video / Billy Paine
Strike by Air NZ flight attendants leaves traveller in limbo
Some passengers say they had no warning before finding their flights were rescheduled.
Fuel boost: Marsden Point tank to store jet fuel for 10,000 flights
The $30m restored tank will more than double Z Energy's private jet fuel storage.
Flight check: Wellington to Brisbane in economy on the new Qantas A220
Could these be the best cheap seats for couples not wanting a third wheel?
Pair accused of trying to smuggle 36kg of meth into NZ in Playboy‑branded green tea
The two men arrived at Auckland International Airport on a flight from Singapore.