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The changes will come into play from June 11.
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Worsening market conditions are likely to hit the airline's pre-tax earnings this year.
Big Qantas loyalty scheme shake-up for travellers
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It will be the busiest Easter and school holiday season since 2019, Air NZ revealed.
Why Auckland-Brazil air links could be on the radar
Operating into South America has been tough in the past.
Airlines v Auckland Airport: Why it's different this time. Is it mission accomplished for Foran?
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Govt 'concerned' about Auckland Airport's soaring charges, meeting with boss
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Why Air New Zealand’s profit is set to dive
After near-record results last year, the airline is facing tougher times.
They lured a legend to NZ, now a TV firm is in spotlight over bills; 7pm show's new name
RNZ ratings standoff; Ex-Air NZ agency moves to Qantas; TV star's exit: 'I was exhausted'.
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Bird balls to falconry, airports go great lengths to avoid bird strike.
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Editorial: Buckle up - it could be another bumpy year for flying
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Captain Sully says flying still ‘ultra safe’ despite Boeing 737 woes
'We’re past the time when we could define safety solely as the absence of accidents.'
Is this the return of the 'golden era' of cheap flights? Air NZ runs major sale
Flights to Australia are as low as $197, proving 2024 flight predictions correct.
Air NZ says Boeing Max jetliners grounded by US not in its fleet
An Alaska Airlines jetliner blew out a window after it took off.
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Air NZ pilot reveals real reason you must ‘return to your allocated seat’
No, it's not so crew know where you are sitting in case of emergency.
Christmas mayhem: Auckland motorway crash causes traffic build-up
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AKL Airport reveals busiest day to fly this summer and how to prepare
Auckland Airport has hired extra staff to assist travellers.
'Zero tolerance' this Christmas: Air NZ safety chief on unruly passenger problem
The airline is recording nearly 50 incidents of unruly behaviour a week.
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Travellers watched one film 176,000 times this year.
Unruly Air NZ passengers spark Christmas crackdown on behaviour
Airline deals with about 200 reports of problem passengers every month.
Air NZ dials in high-speed Wi-Fi: The dos and don'ts of in-flight internet
All-you-can-stream Wi-Fi is welcome, but there's one thing you won't be allowed to do.
Airlines reveal the busiest day to fly this Christmas
Flying on one of these days? You may want to arrive at the airport extra early.
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