'Bad-tempered and annoyed': Airport passengers face long delays due to staffing issues
A passenger said people were still boarding his flight an hour after scheduled departure.
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The staff member with the wildlife team was monitoring geese near the airport runways.
Police called as passengers pulled from Air NZ plane, face flight ban
Two passengers were removed from the Wellington to Auckland flight.
Hooking up again: Virgin Australia and Air NZ get cosy on the Tasman again
Codeshare makes it easier for Virgin passengers to fly around Aotearoa.
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The airport's infrastructure is being built around electrification.
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Property Insider: Waiwera tower went with whimper; wholesale fund repayments looming
Demolition more of a labour of love, slowly unpicking the structure from the top down.
Irish teenager arrested at Auckland Airport with nearly 2kg of meth
The meth had a street value of $670,000.
Flight lands safely after Auckland Airport emergency
The Air NZ flight from Queenstown reported issues with its landing gear.
Endangered birds find safe haven at New Zealand’s busiest airport
Endangered birds find safe haven at New Zealand’s busiest airport which is proud to provide a safe breeding ground for tūturiwhatu, a special native species. Video / Auckland Airport
'Proud to protect them': Nesting native birds a priority for airport
A plan is being hatched to protect endangered dotterels nesting next to Auckland Airport.
'Sea of Greed': Scam busted at airport after $20k stashed in thriller books
The man thought he was exposing a corrupt ring. It was a scam right out of a novel.
The Americans have landed: ‘Strong demand’ as US airlines infiltrate Kiwi market
The number of flights soars - and so does the pressure on Auckland Airport.
Riders on the storm: Rival US airlines start flights to Auckland
Delta is making its debut in NZ and United expanding its Auckland operation.
Bags not: Luggage scam using Auckland Airport offers 1000 unclaimed bags for $3
Scam page keeps surfacing after airport company reported it to Meta.
Auckland Airport chief on her former boss - incoming PM Christopher Luxon
"I know Christopher, he is very action-oriented," says Carrie Hurihanganui.
'Chaos': Travellers face long queues at Auckland Airport due to extra flight
The extra flight meant there were an additional 480 passengers going through customs.
'Absolute zoo': Auckland Airport chairman responds to shareholder criticism
The company says improvements over the last month should help during summer.
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The industry leader says investment is needed to bring airports up to scratch.
Battleground route: Airline capacity to US soars on pre-Covid levels
Links to North America surge this summer as capacity nears pre-pandemic levels.
Nation on alert after Northland resident tested positive for measles
Northlanders are being asked to monitor for measles symptoms after one confirmed case.
Jetstar admits 'mistake' when refusing young family $1560 refund
The Aucklander knew his rights but the Jetstar employee didn't appear to.
'Why was I singled out?' Woman left distressed after pat-down search by airport staff
False alerts by airport body scanners can lead to embarrassing pat-down searches.
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Focus: What is causing the chaos at the Auckland Airport?
NZ Herald Focus got a behind the scenes look at Auckland International Airport after a series of lengthy delays and biosecurity processing wait times. Staff tell us what they’re doing now to prepare for the school holiday rush. Video / NZ Herald
School holiday rush: Traffic building south out of Auckland as airport braces for passenger rush
School hols, Warriors' Brisbane match and South Island weather combine for maximum chaos.
Airlines and Auckland Airport trade blows over travel chaos
Airlines say service unacceptable but airport says flight delays big problem.
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Auckland Airport chaos: ‘It just looks so bad for the gateway’
A tourism leader is worried a potentially busy season is off to a bad start.
Auckland Airport delays: Fears as 15,000 to arrive at 'madhouse' on Saturday
Auckland Airport offers travel tips as it predicts busy start to school holidays.
15,000 passengers a day: Auckland Airport reveals busiest school holiday dates
The airport has asked for patience, especially at arrivals screening.
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'Totally disorganised': Passengers on lengthy wait times at Auckland Airport
Passengers describe airport as a 'zoo' with hours-long queues for biosecurity.
'Absolute zoo': Major delays at Auckland Airport, passengers desperate for toilets
Traveller described the airport as an 'absolute zoo' and a 'madhouse'.