Air NZ Airbus A320.

Christchurch-Sydney flight lands after 'technical issue' over Tasman

Emergency services met Air New Zealand Flight NZ221 on landing in Sydney as a precaution.

2:09pm

The morning's headlines in 90 seconds, including the clean up begins after weather chaos, emergency surgery after a boy swallows tiny magnets, and the White Ferns’ ODI World Cup dream is over.

News in 90 Seconds October 23

The morning's headlines in 90 seconds, including serious weather warnings for rain and life-threatening winds, more than 100,000 public sector workers on strike, and the tourism hotspots in the global travel spotlight.

Thursday 9:00am

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The Bay of Islands is one of the North Island's most visited tourist spots.

Two NZ destinations feature on global travel hot lists for 2026

Lonely Planet has released two lists of recommended travel destinations for 2026.

Thursday 6:00am

Air NZ heading for first half-loss of up to $55 million

Air NZ heading for first half-loss of up to $55 million

The airline said it had hoped for an increase in domestic and US flights, which did not materialise, while ongoing problems with engine repairs would cost another $20m in addition to other costs.

Wed, Oct 22

When it comes to the horn, most drivers use it as a gentle prompt, but about one-quarter admit to honking in frustration.

What does a wave, honk or headlight flash actually mean to other drivers?

A survey found many motorists use unofficial signals, but they are interpreted in different ways.

Tue, Oct 21

Tourists enjoy a view on Kalsoy Island at the Faroe Islands.

Fancy a 'stormcation' in the Faroe Islands, where James Bond died?

The destination could be a poor choice for travellers with vertigo, seasickness or a fear of enclosed spaces.

Thu, Oct 16

File photo.

Bread helps drive annual food price increase

Food prices fell in the September month, however.

Thu, Oct 16

An Air New Zealand plane (file image).

Air New Zealand pilot wins age discrimination case

Captain Garth McGearty took the claim against the airline to the Employment Court.

Wed, Oct 15

A New Zealand passport.

How does NZ's passport stack up against others worldwide?

The latest Henley Passport Index has been released, ranking each country based on the power of its passport.

Wed, Oct 15

Kawhia Road, Te Mata after Bridal Veil Falls, is blocked due to a slip.

Highways still closed in Waikato, Taranaki after flooding, slips

Communities were cut off in parts yesterday due to torrential rain, which caused widespread road closures.

Wed, Oct 15

Driver using phone while driving generic image.

AA calls for driving offence fines to rise - 'Well behind the times'

The motoring organisation, with a claimed membership of more than a million, renews calls for an overhaul of penalties.

Wed, Oct 15

Traveller uses eGate in New Zealand. (file image)

Travellers from 11 more countries can now use NZ's eGates

Travellers aged 10 and over from the additional countries and territories are now eligible to use the automated eGates for both arrivals and departures.

Mon, Oct 13

Qantas A330.

Scam 'second wave' to take off for 5.7m Qantas flyers

The leak stemmed from up to 5.7 million of Qantas' customers having their data compromised in one of its offshore call centres that used Salesforce software.

Mon, Oct 13

A dent could be seen in the nose cone of the Fiji Airways Boeing 737.

Fiji Airways flight returns to Christchurch airport after bird strike

The Nadi-destined plane landed back in Christchurch shortly before 4.45pm.

Thu, Oct 9

An x-ray revealed inconsistencies around the lining of a cooking pot that was in his suitcase.

Customs seize 3.5kg of meth hidden in cooking pot at Auckland Aiport

Customs officers drilled into the bottom of the pot, uncovering a white crystal substance that tested positive for methamphetamine.

Thu, Oct 2

Plane passengers during flight.

Travellers can pay to reduce their flight's emissions - but do carbon offsets work?

Carbon offsets have gotten popular enough that there's an entire marketplace for the programme.

Wed, Oct 1

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Experts believe roughly three-quarters of stowaways do not survive if they hide on a plane’s undercarriage

Suspected stowaway found dead in plane's landing gear at US airport

The flight had recently arrived in North Carolina from Europe, police said.

Tue, Sep 30

Sounds Air (file image)

Sounds Air flies out of Christchurch for last time

Its last Christchurch to Blenheim flight departed on Sunday night.

Mon, Sep 29

Sean Nugent is leaving London (and Glasgow) for Sydney. (Composite image: Vinay Ranchhod 1News)

Goodbye London, hello Sydney: why the UK didn't live up to my OE dreams

I gave London a decent crack but the UK cost-of-living is so high that I'm leaving for Sydney and not looking back.

Sun, Sep 28

Flight QFA141 left Sydney earlier this morning and landed safely in Auckland at around 11.47am.

'Mayday' declared, Qantas flight lands safely at Auckland Airport

Flight QF 141 left Sydney earlier this morning and landed safely in Auckland at around 11.47am.

Fri, Sep 26

The equivalent of 23 rugby fields of space was added to Auckland Airport's airfield.

Auckland Airport opens largest airfield expansion since its construction

Expansion adds aircraft parking and boosts cargo capacity as Auckland Airport prepares for future growth.

Wed, Sep 24

The airline called the changes its "single-biggest expansion ever" of its New Zealand and trans-Tasman network.

Jetstar adding two new routes, boosting capacity on others

The airline said the changes would add more than 660,000 new seats a year.

Wed, Sep 10

Air Chathams came to the rescue of Whakatāne air passengers after Air New Zealand stopped providing flights to and from Whakatāne Airport.

Air Chathams welcomes Government support

Whakatāne Mayor Victor Luca said he thought the Government had an obligation to do more.

Wed, Sep 3

Some aviation experts are calling the confirmed funding a “game-changer” for the regions. 

Air NZ and Air Chathams confirm potential partnership talks

The Government yesterday announced a "one-off" cash injection to rescue New Zealand's struggling regional aviation network.

Tue, Sep 2

The Auckland-Coromandel ferry service would begin in late October.

Auckland-Coromandel ferry service reinstated from October

Beginning on October 24, the two-hour trip across the Hauraki Gulf will run on Friday evenings, Saturdays, and Sunday, with more departures planned if demand justifies it.

Tue, Sep 2