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Editorial: New Auckland Airport mall causes more irritation for customers
OPINION: Bad blood between the airport and airlines was already flowing.
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'Main priority was getting people to the terminals. That was prioritised at all times.'
Airlines claim new mall next to Auckland Airport has delayed flights
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Editorial: More competition on transtasman flights a win for consumers
OPINION: Jetstar's plans to return to Hamilton and Dunedin are a boost for the regions.
Jetstar facing charges for allegedly misleading customers
The airline allegedly made misleading statements about consumers' rights in aviation law.
How Hawkins won giant $800m new Auckland Airport terminal contract
Downer-owned builder wins huge job, the largest private infrastructure job of its type.
Hamilton airport seals two direct transtasman service deals
Hamilton celebrates Jetstar agreement after a long service drought.
Auckland Airport launches $1.4b capital raise
The money will be used to upgrade 1960s infrastructure.
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Chinese and US tourist numbers up across the year despite blip from Women's World Cup.
Steven Joyce: Govt’s visitor levy raises concerns for NZ’s tourism recovery
OPINION: Economic recovery efforts clash with increased tourist charges.
Editorial: Airline performance spotlight should be just the start for passengers
OPINION: Australia has introduced a new passenger rights scheme, NZ continues to lag.
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Government turns up heat on airlines; orders CAA fee-hike review
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Air fare warning: Squeeze on transtasman competition bad news for Kiwis
Codeshare means capacity on Tasman will remain limited.
Air New Zealand’s profit is picked to plunge – here's why
The airline has faced mounting financial pressure and the outlook is gloomy.
Together again: Air NZ-Virgin Australia deal approved
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Channel eyes role in LNG importation, boosts interim dividend
Steady result for fuel infrastructure company.
Auckland Airport in countdown to opening new domestic terminal
Analysts welcome 'solid' profit result but international growth slowing.
Auckland Airport underlying profit up 87% as recovery continues
The company is facing slower-than-expected passenger growth.
Boeing grounds 777-9 test planes in latest setback
The plane maker discovered a problem with a structural component within the engine.
Jetstar faces same class action as Qantas over Covid flights
Law firm says Jetstar did not refund money to customers despite legal obligation.
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