Travel
Morning Report Essentials for Wednesday 3 December 2025
Nicola Willis and Carmel Sepuloni joined Morning Report this morning for the Weekly Political Panel; The Government says it's working with social media, tech, and telco companies to tackle scams… Audio
Why flying is still the safest way to travel
Aviation under pressure: Airbus A320 glitch adds to a year of crashes, questions, and shaken confidence
A year of aviation turbulence
Aviation under pressure: Airbus A320 glitch adds to a year of crashes, questions, and shaken confidence Audio
'It's going to be hectic': Businesses prepare for IKEA stampede
The opending day this week will "create more traffic jams", a local cafe manager says. Audio
Morning Report Essentials for Monday 1 December 2025
Prime Minister Christopher Luxon spoke to Morning Report; Doctors will be able to apply for loans of up to half a million dollars to buy into or start a practice under a proposed policy from Labour… Audio
'Very good aircraft': Expert on Airbus A320 grounding
Airbus A320s have been flying since the 1980s and an aviation expert says this is "probably the first event where they've had to ground half the fleet and do a software upgrade". Audio
Jetstar A320 jets' software update complete, resume flying
However, some of Air New Zealand's fleet remains grounded with further cancellations possible.
Calling Home: Leila Barber from Rome
Four-and-a-half years ago at the age of 19, Leila Barber bought a one-way ticket to Italy. Audio
'Chaos': Passengers stranded for hours as Airbus recall paralyses NZ travel
Travellers report six-hour waits, mass cancellations and confusion, as the global A320 software recall derails flights.
Airbus issues major A320 recall after flight-control incident
Sources say some jets may need hardware changes, during one of the busiest travel weeks internationally.
Morning Report Essentials for Friday 28 November 2025
Disgusted, disappointed and furious - those are words of Simone Bennett reacting to the government's announcement that the long-awaited National Erebus Memorial will be built in Christchurch; Tourism… Audio
Morning Report Essentials for Tuesday 25 November 2025
Opposition leader, Chris Hipkins spoke to Morning Report; An aviation commentator says Air New Zealand staff going on strike could have a severe impact throughout Oceania; About 70% of the 50,000 plus… Audio
Union warns of further strike by Air NZ flight attendants
Air New Zealand cabin crew will walk off the job on 8 December. Audio
Air NZ crew strike could have sever impact across Oceania
An aviation commentator says Air New Zealand staff going on strike could have a severe impact throughout Oceania. Irene King spoke to Melissa Chan-Green. Audio
Midday Report Essentials for Monday 24 November 2025
A KiwiSaver provider says that while National's proposed contribution rate increase is positive, the scheme's incentives need to be front and centre in discussions leading into next year's election; A… Audio
Experiencing food in India
Sarah Meikle has been travelling around India for more than 25 years and now runs small group tours for those really interested in life and culture in the world's most populous country. As the… Audio
Air NZ considering banning power banks on flights
Air New Zealand is considering banning portable power banks on flights, after a string of fires linked to the devices. Pilot and aviation commentator Vaughn Davis spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
Calling Home: Charlie Panapa from London
Former What Now host Charlie Panapa is calling home from London where he's become a personal stylist with a focus on sustainability. Audio
Why you may pay more for parking on your summer holiday
Explainer - Whether you're a local or a tourist, you'll need to pay for parking at three top visitor destinations starting next month.
Jetstar bans use of power banks on NZ flights
Air New Zealand are also looking into the matter after a slew of Australian airlines announced the ban.
