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Aviation levies, fees and charges may increase
The Civil Aviation Authority is currently seeking submissions on the proposal.
The Pre-Panel for 27th August 2024
Today on the Pre-Panel, Wallace Chapman joins Jesse Mulligan to preview tonight's show. Plus producer Tom Riste-Smith joins to ask - What's the best bargain you've ever got? That's after Qantas… Audio
Air NZ codeshare agreement only benefits Australian travellers
The airport association says a new codeshare agreement between Air New Zealand and Virgin Australia offers no benefit to New Zealand customers, but will benefit Australian travellers. NZ Airports says… Audio
All lanes closed on SH1 south of Auckland after serious crash
A serious accident has closed State Highway One south of Auckland with all lanes closed in both directions. RNZ understands people have died and others have suffered critical injuries. A video posted… Audio
New Zealand 'was country number 173 for me', says world record traveller
German man Luca Pferdmenges has visited 190 countries out of a possible 195. Audio
Nau Mai Town
This week on Nau Mai Town, RNZ's podcast about Aotearoa place names, Justine Murray is in Taumarunui to find out what the name means. There's one version she's heard of and it's about a dying chief… Audio
Flight disruption from Whakaari/White Island eruption
Bay of Plenty reporter Alisa Evans joins Kathryn to talk about the flight disruption across the Bay of Plenty from continued eruption at Whakaari/White Island. Audio
Heading Off: Eating Georgia
We're going to Georgia in Eastern Europe - home of one of world's oldest wine regions and wildly abundant food. Audio
Sudden fee rise will turn cruise ships off NZ - warning
Fewer cruise ships could visit New Zealand if border levies are increased at short notice as is planned, the sector says.
Vanuatu tourism booms as airlines add more flights
Other airlines are filling the void left by Air Vanuatu's liquidation, with 2025 looking "pretty positive" for the Pacific nation.
Nau Mai Town
Justine Murray is back with this week's episode of Nau Mai Town, RNZ's podcast about Maori place names, this week she is in Moerewa, also known as Tuna Town. The story behind the name is based on a… Audio
The Pre-Panel for 14th August 2024
Today on the Pre-Panel, Wallace Chapman previews tonight's show and producer Sam Hollis talks about a missing Romanian man who reappeared after 30 years without an explanation. Audio
The Pre-Panel for 14th August 2024
Today on the Pre-Panel, Wallace Chapman previews tonight's show and producer Sam Hollis talks about a missing Romanian man who reappeared after 30 years without an explanation. Audio
Heading Off: Barrier Air
Grant Bacon is the CEO of domestic airline Barrier Air, which has just opened up flights between Auckland and Kerikeri. Audio
Airlines concerned increase to visa fees could impact tourism
Airlines claim they've been left out of the government's consultation on increasing visa fees, saying the decision could crush tourism. The Board of Airline Representatives executive director Cath… Audio
No films, no music, no sleep: Is 'raw-dogging' long flights heroic or foolish?
Health experts warn that more extreme versions of the trend can pose serious risks.
Police, AT working to mitigate issues on troublesome bus route
Auckland Transport says it has noticed repeat issues on the 70 bus, having to alert police to the behaviour of some passengers.
Heading Off: Travel Sketching
If you're got the time, travel can be a chance to really soak yourself into a new place. And what better way to lose yourself in a setting, than sketching it. In Heading Out this week I'm chatting… Audio
Westpac economist on govt getting back into surplus
Westpac economists are predicting it will take the Government an extra year to get back into budget surplus, amid a weak economy, worsening labour market, and New Zealanders leaving for Australia… Audio
Competition lands in Northland as Barrier Air flights to Kerikeri begin
The inaugural Barrier Air flight between Auckland and Kerikeri landed on Sunday evening.
