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Hapū agree price for 50% share of Hawke’s Bay Airport
If the sale is finalised, Mana Ahuriri will be the airport's largest shareholder.
Masked group targets Michael Hill Jewellers in Mānawa Bay mall.
They were filmed carrying out a brazen smash-and-grab on the jewellery store. Video / Supplied
$21.7m meth bust: Trio of airport workers accused of drug smuggling
Customs have arrested three men for allegedly smuggling the boxes.
Auckland Airport runway getting a major overhaul
Auckland Airport needs to repair parts of the runway and nearby taxiways, and will build a new domestic jet terminal. Video / Auckland Airport
Air NZ to deploy fog-casting tech in new trial
Air NZ is deploying a local innovator's technology across its entire network.
The $15m issue with Wellington Airport’s carpark building
It's unclear when remedial work on 'concrete defects' will be carried out.
Air India flight suffers clogged TOILETS forcing emergency landing
An Air India flight suffered clogged toilets, forcing an emergency landing after more than 10 hours of flying. The airline confirmed that flight AI126, bound for Delhi.
‘Carnage’ expected as more countries adopt electronic travel checks
A new acronym, and possible new hassle, for some Kiwi travellers to be aware of.
‘You don’t think, you act‘: Man praised for disarming teen with gun on Melbourne-Sydney flight
Avalon Airport has offered Barry Clark 'free flights for life' for his bravery.
Auckland family say they ‘can’t survive’ proposed deportation to Tonga
Tina Veaila told the Herald her family 'can’t survive in Tonga'.
What happens to Auckland Airport’s unclaimed lost property?
Lost property gets a second lease of life at Auckland Airport. Video / Auckland Airport
No boarding pass: Couple not allowed to fly, despite having already checked in online
They had to spend $1200 on new flights, a night's accommodation, and meals.
Plane crash at Tauranga Airport prompts investigation
A person trapped in the plane was rescued using special equipment.
Bullying, ‘siege mentality’, staff fears revealed in leaked Government agency review
Civil Aviation Authority hired a consultant to review culture after Herald investigation.
Fog disrupts multiple flights out of Christchurch Airport
At least 17 flights have been affected.
Not a single rubbery sausage in sight: Airlines with the best in-flight food
Which airline offers a cake and champagne package on your birthday? All will be revealed.
Oz trial begins for NZ pensioner accused of importing ‘commercial quantity’ of heroin
Raemon Parkinson, 70, was stopped at Melbourne International Airport in November.
US comedian claims she brought illicit drugs into NZ while on tour
Handler was last in Australasia in 2024 for her Little Big B**** tour.
Arizona plane crash: One dead, Mötley Crüe singer’s girlfriend seriously injured
The singer was not on board when his private jet crashed into a parked plane.
Air NZ flights to Seoul to end
The airline said there are ongoing challenges with engine availability.
‘Exemplary’ community leader jailed for part in airport drug import ring
The syndicate's 'logistics organiser' stored large amounts of cash at his sister's house.
‘Is this your hammer?’ - how I triggered an airport security alert
Joanna Wane on why your hair straighteners could be next.
‘Wasn’t that difficult’: Man attempts world record at Auckland Airport
'It was just a bit of a laugh over a long weekend,' Robinson said.
Potomac plane crash: Former Russian ice skating world champs among victims as search continues for survivors
There were 64 passengers on board the aircraft and three on the Black Hawk helicopter.
Australian man attempts world record at Auckland Airport
Mike Robinson at Auckland Airport just before embarking on an around-the-world trip attempting a new record. Video / Mike Robinson
Turkish Airlines' NZ flights: The airport that would roll out the welcome rug
The airline and Auckland Airport are coy on details.