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Markets with Madison: Air NZ hangar
Our national airline is making less money on its long-haul routes and aircraft engine issues are keeping a lid on growth. Should it remain an international airline?

Editorial: More competition on transtasman flights a win for consumers
OPINION: Jetstar's plans to return to Hamilton and Dunedin are a boost for the regions.

How Hawkins won giant $800m new Auckland Airport terminal contract
Downer-owned builder wins huge job, the largest private infrastructure job of its type.

Asia-bound Air NZ flight returns after seven hours in air due to ‘computer issue’
Air NZ said the issue did not present a safety risk to customers onboard.

Mosako - the sweet Japanese dog cared for by Air NZ crew
Michelle Little reflects on what Mosako taught her Kiwi friends as the crew say goodbye.

Gisborne flights disrupted by volcanic ash from Whakaari/White Island
Six flights between Auckland and Gisborne were cancelled on Tuesday.

Markets with Madison: Air New Zealand
The airline’s annual net profit fell 65%. The CEO Greg Foran explains how the economy and engine issues are impacting its earnings. Video / Alyse Wright

Editorial: Airline performance spotlight should be just the start for passengers
OPINION: Australia has introduced a new passenger rights scheme, NZ continues to lag.

Air New Zealand’s profit is picked to plunge – here's why
The airline has faced mounting financial pressure and the outlook is gloomy.

'Many eyes watching': Airport baggage handlers jailed after attempt to smuggle meth in backpack
The seizure prevented up to $5.1m in social harm and economic cost to New Zealand.

Editorial: Air NZ backtracks on climate targets a blow to airline
OPINION: Ditching green goals highlights opportunity there for the taking for New Zealand.

Air NZ cabin crew lose dispute over free breakfasts. The union plans to fight back
'This was never about union versus union,' FAANZ said.

Air New Zealand’s Kiri Hannifin: ‘I live in my own skin - it’s pretty much all I’ve got’
Air NZ chief sustainability and corporate affairs officer talks about her role. Video / Dean Purcell

Air New Zealand boss on delays: 'It’s got to improve – I accept that'
The airline fronts up to questions on delays and debit card charges and wheelchair policy.

New Zealanders’ most attractive workplace revealed in new survey
Where do Kiwis most want to work?

Air NZ flight turns back to Auckland shortly after departure due to 'technical issue'
Air New Zealand said there is no safety risk to passengers on board.

'Like in the movies': Engine fault forces Hong Kong-bound Air NZ flight to turn back
A spokeswoman for Air New Zealand confirmed the pilots jettisoned fuel.

China Airlines, Batik Air's big moves on the Tasman, Cathay Pacific's plan for summer
Where passengers win and lose in a transtasman shakeup.

What it's like flying Air NZ's Business Class when you're sick as a dog
Reviewing a healthy, happy flight in Premium Economy and a sad, sick journey in Business.

PM's plane woes risk denting NZ's international reputation, says law expert
Christopher Luxon was forced to use a commercial flight for his official trip.

Editorial: Government must make tough call on ageing Boeings
OPINION: It's time someone bit the bullet and bought a new plane.

Air NZ boss serves drinks on flight to Japan after PM's plane breaks down
Greg Foran apologised to passengers for diverting the flight to Brisbane.

Cam Wallace on a year at Qantas
Former Air NZ high flyer has a prestigious job at Qantas international - a $10b business.

Turbulent times: More passengers belted up - even in the Emirates bar
Airline turbulence reporting programme grows as more flyers buckle up.

Bird strike delays Air New Zealand flight
Passengers had to disembark and the plane was returned to the gate for inspection.

Air NZ flight pulls out of two take offs after potential bird strike, engine issue
Passengers were caught off-guard when the pilot braked suddenly while taking off.

House insurance, Qantas sale and Watercare deal | Focus Morning Bulletin May 6, 2024
Insurance costs for houses rise, Qantas launches global sale and Aucklanders dodge 26 per cent water rates hike in the latest NZ Herald headlines. Video / NZ Herald