TourismTourism numbers up in August, airline group says NZ close to pre-pandemic peaksAustralian tourists drove a surge in winter visitor numbers.12 Oct 10:27 PM
New ZealandFlights return, optimism grows: Can New Caledonia win back travellers?Only nine Kiwis visited in June 2024, down from 813 just two months earlier.12 Oct 04:00 PM
TravelHow a Hawaiian cruise defied my expectationsThe family cruise visited four Hawaiian Islands, making it a busy trip.09 Oct 06:51 PM
TravelDreaming of a white Christmas? The eye-watering fares to get to the UK if you haven't bookedHalf of Air New Zealand's long-haul Christmas bookings are locked in by mid-year. 08 Oct 11:00 PM
AirlinesPermanent Aviation Council members announced: High tech and regional airlines includedGroup will have to address some critical aviation skills shortages, among other tasks.07 Oct 01:05 AM
AucklandAir NZ flight struck by lightning, 'fireball' seen from cabin, 'deafening bang' heardA passenger says he saw a bright orange flash hit the plane's left wing.06 Oct 11:43 PM
PremiumPremiumAirlinesAir NZ complains of soaring costs as watchdog rejects calls for inquiry into airportsAirports, minister react after Air NZ argued consumers would benefit from more scrutiny.06 Oct 03:40 AM
New ZealandWatch: Dramatic moment Air NZ flight aborts take-off Passengers were "thrown forward" in their seats, with some adopting the brace position.02 Oct 05:05 AM
New ZealandBird strike forces Invercargill Air NZ flight to turn back mid-airThe ATR 72-600 flightl to Christchurch made a safe return after the bird strike02 Oct 12:47 AM
New Zealand'Fly sick or lose your money': Air NZ under fire over $870 fees for sick passenger's familyAir NZ says the charges were reduced under its compassionate pricing policy.01 Oct 10:46 PM
PremiumPremiumAirlinesNZ starts gearing up for big summer airline expansion, global group expects a busy OctoberBusy month expected after some regions had a sluggish southern winter.01 Oct 03:50 AM
New ZealandFlights disrupted as severe winds batter South IslandOne flight from Auckland circled twice over Invercargill before turning back.30 Sep 04:59 AM
CrimePair face court after 'excessively' making out on domestic Air NZ flightDespite requests from the cabin crew for the man and woman to stop, they continued.30 Sep 04:19 AM
PremiumPremiumAirlinesAir NZ adds dedicated rooms at big new hangar named for five airline chiefsRooms for the bosses unveiled after new hangar opening, leadesrhip shake-up.23 Sep 05:00 PM
TravelBeyond the postcard: 8-off-the-beaten-track ideas for Fiji and SamoaThere is more to Fiji and Samoa than beachside cocktails, as you will discover.23 Sep 05:00 AM
BusinessAir New Zealand shake-up: Harvard graduate leaves, Qantas exec returns to NZ, former TVNZ leader in new customer/digital role Changes made ahead of new chief executive taking over.22 Sep 10:36 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessAustralia 'raises stakes' for NZ with massive new sustainable fuel projectNZ imports all its jet fuel but leaders say the country has high potential for clean fuel.20 Sep 08:05 AM
KahuBirthday surprise as Air NZ delivers first full te reo Māori flightCabin crew lead te reo Māori flight with waiata, trivia and wit.19 Sep 08:00 PM
PremiumPremiumWellingtonAir NZ’s ambitious electric aircraft plans delayed, dubbed ‘marketing hype’A battery-powered plane was meant to be operating Cook Strait cargo flights next year.19 Sep 02:35 AM
BusinessAir New Zealand opens huge timber hangar at Auckland Airport'Quite a journey': New hangar can fit three or even four jetliners simultaneously.18 Sep 11:31 PM
TechnologyWindcave, Auror among the big winners as the American Chamber of Commerce honours top Kiwi firmsAmCham exec warns tariffs could be the new normal, even post-Trump.18 Sep 05:00 PM
Travel'I don’t sugarcoat things': Celebrity chef's straightforward advice for the next generationJosh Emett once worked 100-hour weeks as a young chef.16 Sep 05:00 AM
LifestyleKiwi celebrity chef Josh Emett meets his protege Alyx JonesAir NZ Dream Seats winner Alyx Jones has her eyes set on the world-class kitchens of Japan. Video / SuppliedWatch16 Sep 05:00 AM
New ZealandVancouver has beaches, forests, bike lanes and polite traffic: It's a city for cycling Riding a bike around the beaches, woods and downtown streets of Vancouver is so much fun. 16 Sep 01:09 AM
PremiumPremiumBusinessAviation Action Plan released: Changes for Ōhakea, regional airlines, aim to speed up new drone rulesDrones, Ōhakea, a pilot shortage and regional airlines all get attention in the new plan.15 Sep 09:00 PM
New ZealandRadio star misses marathon after flight turned aroundMatty McLean said the flight was 'pretty hectic'.14 Sep 04:36 AM
New ZealandNZ Herald Morning News Update | Tom Phillips injunction, FBI hunt for Kirk's killerNZ Herald Morning News Update | Tom Phillips injunction, FBI hunt for Kirk's killer. Erica Stanford delivers an education update as the airport gears up for summer. Video / NZHWatch11 Sep 06:01 PM
TravelEver wanted to taste ice-cream for a job? Now you canAir NZ is offering a delicious opportunity to three lucky people.11 Sep 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumAirlinesHawaiian Airlines gets first female CEO ahead of return to NZThe airline will compete with Air New Zealand on the Honolulu route.11 Sep 04:33 AM
New ZealandJet battle takes off: Jetstar joins Air NZ on Hamilton-Christchurch routeIt is the first time Jetstar will operate a domestic route out of Hamilton.10 Sep 06:03 AM
Lifestyle40 destinations on promo with Air NZ’s widest reaching long haul sale of yearStarting today, 40 destinations are on offer at competitive fares.08 Sep 02:28 AM
WorldAustralia plans compensation scheme for flight delays, cancellationsPassengers facing delays could get refunds under a new protection scheme.07 Sep 11:05 PM
TechnologyMystery data centres: Mercury says Amazon’s power thirst is real - and weighs in on pricingPower firm offers two rare, and telling, points of clarity after AWS' 'train wreck' week.07 Sep 10:53 PM
New ZealandSevere weather disrupts flights as gales and heavy rain hitHeavy showers are forecast for Auckland this weekend.06 Sep 12:08 AM
