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Kiwi arrested in Thailand after cocaine found in passport
The suspect, 24, allegedly had 0.18g of the drug hidden in a small bag.
Auckland Airport staff seize 25kg of cocaine, meth worth more than $9m
The busts occurred during two smuggling attempts in one night.
Auckland Airport aims for growth as travel nears pre-Covid levels
The new terminal development is essential to the long-term future of Auckland Airport.
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
‘Cruel and unnecessary’: Woman charged with drowning pet dog in airport bathroom
CCTV showed the woman entering the bathroom with the dog, leaving without it soon after.
‘An open mind’: Counter-terror cops lead Heathrow Airport fire probe; some flights resume
The shutdown left many frustrated passengers: ‘I’ve spent so much money'.
Air New Zealand 'closely monitoring' major English airport closure after fire
Blaze at an electrical substation causes havoc at one of Europe's busiest airports.
Hawke’s Bay Airport’s $3 million upgrade to runway lighting
Hawke's Bay Airport is undergoing a $3m runway upgrade, including 169 new LEDs.
Travellers ‘can’t understand English’, accuse airport security of discrimination at screening
The woman filed a complaint after an officer's alleged comment to another passenger.
‘Make it a destination’: Whanganui Airport cafe changes hands
Emma Ngatai discovered her passion for hospitality at age 5, playing cafe in the backyard.
$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.