Inside the new Airbus A350XWB - Part II

19 Aug, 2014 10:34 PM

Herald aviation writer Grant Bradley flew into Auckland on the world's newest commercial big jet - the A350XWB. See part 2 of his report looking inside the plane, hearing from the pilots and Airbus technical experts.

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Inside the Rovers: The Centurion

Cameron Emerson has displayed plenty of courage and dedication on his way to reaching the 100-cap milestone. Video / Neil Reid

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Kea Kids: These girls turned up for sport, but left with a lifelong friendship

The Halberg Games isn’t just a fun event for kids Gemma and Jemma, it’s also an exciting reunion! Reporter Zoe catches up with the besties as they compete for their 3rd year.

Runit event thrills crowd with big hits

Runit event thrills crowd with big hits

A large crowd packed Trust Stadium for the Runit event last night. Video / Mike Scott / Benjamin Plummer

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Matilda Green reveals she can only read with an accent

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Winston Peters talks on Hosking about train station heckler

On Newstalk ZB Mike Hosking Breakfast Winston Peters addresses the Heckler at train station stand up.

NZ Retail Growth, Hospital Voucher Crisis, and Trolley Troubles | NZ Herald News Update

NZ Retail Growth, Hospital Voucher Crisis, and Trolley Troubles | NZ Herald News Update

NZ retail demand surges, hospital EDs divert patients with costly vouchers, UK halts Israel trade talks, Christchurch debates dumped trolleys.

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These Gore kids are going old school

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TSB staff help customer send $1m to scammers

Recorded phone calls capture the moment TSB staff help customer Steven Fan send $1m to scammers.

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On the Up: HB Jammers brings music and joy back to Hawke’s Bay disabled youth

StarJam's collapse in November 2024 affected over 60 young people in Hawke's Bay. HB Jammers was formed three months later to continue the music workshops.

NZ Herald Live: Question time

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NZ Herald Live: Question time

Question time

Labour leader Chris Hipkins speaks ahead of House debate on Te Pāti Māori's haka

Labour leader Chris Hipkins speaks ahead of House debate on Te Pāti Māori's haka

Parliament is preparing for a potentially lengthy and tense debate over the penalties handed to Te Pāti Māori over last year’s controversial haka in the House. Video/ Mark Mitchell

Watch: Man heckles Winston Peters at media standup

Watch: Man heckles Winston Peters at media standup

Rail Minister Winston Peters was heckled at media standup.

$600m in Government funding to go to rail services

$600m in Government funding to go to rail services

Rail Minister Winston Peters and Chris Bishop detail how more than $600m in Government funding will help upgrade the country's rail services. Video / Mark Mitchell

MPs Face Suspension, Trump Claims Ceasefire Progress, AI in Exams | NZ Herald News Update

MPs Face Suspension, Trump Claims Ceasefire Progress, AI in Exams | NZ Herald News Update

Te Pāti Maori MPs may be suspended over haka protest, Russia and Ukraine ceasefire negotiations and AI flagged in NZ exam breaches.

Is this the smartest 9-year-old in New Zealand?

Is this the smartest 9-year-old in New Zealand?

Reporter Ray is in Wellington, where brilliant primary school kid Raymond is already blowing up the NCEAs, and even the American SATs!

New cruise ship Norwegian Aqua christened

New cruise ship Norwegian Aqua christened

Norwegian Cruise Lines' newest ship Norwegian Aqua was officially launched in April. Video / Supplied

PM speaks on the Privileges Committee recommendations

PM speaks on the Privileges Committee recommendations

Prime Minister Christopher Luxon says National isn't willing to make any concessions on the Privileges Committee recommendations.

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Sentencing for City Garden Lodge backpackers arsonist

Sentencing for arsonist Corena Flavell, who torched City Garden Lodge backpackers in Parnell. Video / Jason Dorday

NZ Herald Live: Christopher Luxon holds post-Cabinet press conference

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NZ Herald Live: Christopher Luxon holds post-Cabinet press conference

Christopher Luxon holds post-Cabinet press conference

Motorbike crash south of Auckland Harbour Bridge

Motorbike crash south of Auckland Harbour Bridge

A motorbike has collided with a car 600m from the Fanshaw St off-ramp. Video / Michael Morrah

Proposed urgent care services and Te Kura enrolments increase | NZ Herald News Update

Proposed urgent care services and Te Kura enrolments increase | NZ Herald News Update

Budget to provide $164 million towards urgent care services and New Zealand correspondence school Te Kura continues to see enrolments rise. Video / NZ Herald

Watch Live : Christopher Luxon live with Mike Hosking

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Watch Live : Christopher Luxon live with Mike Hosking

Christopher Luxon live with Mike Hosking

Diddy trial: What is being alleged exactly and Diddy do it?

Diddy trial: What is being alleged exactly and Diddy do it?

The sex trafficking trial of hip hop tycoon Sean Combs is underway. Better known as Diddy, Combs faces some heavy charges. What is being alleged exactly and Diddy do it?

Watch Live : Christopher Luxon live with Mike Hosking

New Zealand|politics

Watch Live : Christopher Luxon live with Mike Hosking

Christopher Luxon live with Mike Hosking

Kea Kids News: Little boots, big dreams!

Kea Kids News: Little boots, big dreams!

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Auckland FC vs Melbourne Victory: Assessing a dramatic A-League semi final in Melbourne

Auckland FC vs Melbourne Victory: Assessing a dramatic A-League semi final in Melbourne

New Zealand Herald football writer Michael Burgess wraps up the Auckland FC's dramatic A-League semi-final first leg in Melbourne and looks ahead to Saturday's match.

My moko kauae is a superpower

My moko kauae is a superpower

A Māori nurse faces a backlash over a cultural facial tattoo. Video / Michael Craig

Kiwi rapper Kings shares moment he played for someone who died in front of him

Kiwi rapper Kings shares moment he played for someone who died in front of him

'You've crossed him to the other side. Thank you so much.' Video / Beyond the Beat

Shopkeepers foil robbery attempt in Manukau

Shopkeepers foil robbery attempt in Manukau

The electronics shop fought back against the group by chucking items at them from behind the counter. Video / Supplied

Mt Victoria residents "angry" about a proposed luxury development in their neighbourhood

Mt Victoria residents "angry" about a proposed luxury development in their neighbourhood

Acclaimed filmmaker Gaylene Preston and neighbours Ralph Highnam and Dave Woods share their objections to the plans. Video / Ethan Manera

UN demands immediate ceasefire in Gaza, Andrew Little launches campaign – NZ Herald News Update

UN demands immediate ceasefire in Gaza, Andrew Little launches campaign – NZ Herald News Update

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Auckland man who lost leg completes half marathon in wheelchair

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Pawanjit Singh Ghatora, who had his leg amputated after a horrific accident in February, finished the last lap of his 21km run alongside friends and family in Te Atatū.

Police arrest fleeing driver of stolen car after Otahuhu chase

Police arrest fleeing driver of stolen car after Otahuhu chase

A 28-year-old man was arrested and is due to appear in court tomorrow. Video / Supplied

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Popular Cook Islands tour operator Tuhe Piho accused of putting lives at risk

Popular Cook Islands tour operator Tuhe Piho accused of putting lives at risk

A Herald investigation has found allegations of unsafe practices against a turtle tour operator. Video / Alyse Wright

Save the Kiwi!' 10 Kiwi bird released onto Waiheke Island

Save the Kiwi!' 10 Kiwi bird released onto Waiheke Island

10 kiwi were transferred from neighbouring Pōnui Island to Te Matuku Peninsula at the eastern end of Te Motu-ārai-roa/Waiheke Island. Video / NZ Herald

Kidnapped

Kidnapped

Victim claims inconsistencies in police investigation and fears for her life. Video / Michael Craig

Man's ‘insane’ encounter with orca near Rangitoto Island

Man's ‘insane’ encounter with orca near Rangitoto Island

The whale can be seen swimming up to the boat before blowing water at the camera. Video / Aaron Farrell

Lynn Mall incident: Armed police swarm shops, hunting person of interest

Lynn Mall incident: Armed police swarm shops, hunting person of interest

Members of the public in the area are advised to follow instructions from police officers.

Auckland FC v Melbourne Victory: How will the Black Knights fare in their semi-final

Auckland FC v Melbourne Victory: How will the Black Knights fare in their semi-final

NZ Herald football reporter Michael Burgess reports from Melbourne to look ahead to the first leg of the A-League semi-final between Auckland FC and Melbourne Victory.

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