PremiumPremiumAirlinesElectric aircraft trial ends as Air NZ weighs 2028 launch decisionIt's unclear if Alia is the solution but it performed well in varied conditions.23 Feb 08:00 PM
TravelNick Cave launched NZ’s arts festival in Wellington and we’re still buzzingAotearoa NZ Festival of the Arts in Wellington runs from February 24 – March 15.21 Feb 05:00 PM
New ZealandAir NZ warns of flight disruption as wild winds set to lash WellingtonWinds above 50 knots and low cloud could see flights delayed or cancelled.14 Feb 11:29 PM
PremiumOpinionJohn WeekesFlight check: Wellington to Brisbane in economy on the new Qantas A22005 Feb 05:39 AM
PremiumEditorialEditorial: 'Practice bomb' alert – Did Wellington Airport gamble with safety?19 Jan 04:05 PM
WellingtonAirport finds practice bomb in luggage, calls Defence Force but doesn't evacuate18 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandNew Zealand’s busiest airport days and tips for flying this summerSydney, Melbourne and Brisbane remain the most popular overseas destinations.19 Dec 03:41 AM
Wellington'Large amount of smoke in the area': Fire breaks out near Wellington AirportThe blaze near Moa Point's inlet pumping station was reported at about 1.52pm.11 Dec 01:54 AM
New ZealandFlight time changes 'fantastic' for Rotorua businesses, tourismAir NZ's schedule is a sore point for some frequent fliers.03 Dec 06:47 PM
New ZealandAir NZ adds seats, 'business-friendly' flight times on key Rotorua routesThe new schedule starts from March 30.02 Dec 02:14 AM
New ZealandQantas sale offers fares from NZ to Australia as low as $219Business class as low as $559, sale covers Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide.11 Nov 11:09 PM
PremiumPremiumAirlinesAir NZ's new CEO Nikhil Ravishankar on 'existential threat' to airline, bouncing back from crisisAir NZ's new boss on 'wicked' problems he's confronting, and how to never waste a crisis.29 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandWatch: Person blown into traffic as wild winds batter WellingtonAir New Zealand paused Wellington flights until 1pm as gusts topped 110km/h.21 Oct 02:11 AM
WellingtonMan charged after laser aimed at planes near Wellington AirportTwo planes reported being targeted by a laser within five minutes.20 Sep 07:52 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
New ZealandWatch: Planes battle wild winds in WellingtonWind gusts of up to 120kph test pilots skills at Wellington International Airport. Video / Mark Mitchell.Watch05 Sep 01:25 AM
New Zealand'Failed to respond': Mayday call mystery deepens in Cook StraitPolice suspended the Cook Strait boat search after hours of effort.26 Aug 03:22 AM
PremiumPremiumBusinessAirports tell Government to stop interfering Airlines are pressuring the Government to pick on airports, Wellington CEO says.08 Aug 02:47 AM
New ZealandWellington Airport unveils huge new artwork inspired by Māori legendThe artwork replaces the iconic sculpture of Gandalf with two giant eagles.07 Aug 08:56 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionSimon Wallace: Government must step up to save vital regional air routesOPINION: Our vital regional air routes are being crippled by soaring costs.31 Jul 04:29 AM
AirlinesWellington Airport boosts income but faces festering fleet problemsAirport performance improves but chief warns fleet issues could linger for a year.08 May 05:02 AM
New ZealandWellington Airport's iconic giant eagles to fly the nestThe eagles have been a fixture of the airport for 12 years.04 May 10:38 PM
New ZealandWellington castle with colourful past for saleThe agent says it could be an ambassadorial residence, wellness centre or function venue.13 Mar 10:26 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandThe $15m issue with Wellington Airport’s carpark buildingIt's unclear when remedial work on 'concrete defects' will be carried out.12 Mar 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandBullying, ‘siege mentality’, staff fears revealed in leaked Government agency reviewCivil Aviation Authority hired a consultant to review culture after Herald investigation.26 Feb 04:00 PM
New Zealand‘Perfect storm‘: What Wellington’s Crown observer said in his first reportObserver surprised the council hasn't totally wilted under the pressure it's facing. 29 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandThousands of prisoners on NZ planes: 'Flying with a cuffed inmate is a little unnerving'Prisoners are being flown commercially and privately - but at what cost?12 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandTory Whanau discusses her support for Reading Cinemas deal and airport saleWellington Mayor Tory Whanau discusses her support for the controversial Reading Cinemas deal and airport sale.Watch19 Dec 12:57 AM
Travel newsAre you flying on the busiest day of this summer?Air NZ and airports in Auckland, Wellington and Christchurch reveal peak days.13 Dec 01:40 AM
