Travel
Air NZ engine that caught fire during flight brand new, source says
The engine, which had only flown three times, caught fire on a flight to Wellington earlier this month. Audio
'We can't land this thing': Flight to Wellington hit by hydraulics problem
The Air New Zealand flight from Auckland to Wellington needed a longer runway than was available in the capital.
Mosako The Dog and the Air NZ crew who love her
One of the coolest parts of working for an airline is undoubtedly getting to travel and meet people in all corners of the world. Turns out, sometimes it isn't the people that leave the biggest… Audio
Heading Off: the Himalayas - what to know
Emma Gleason is the Lifestyle and Travel Deputy Editor at the NZ Herald and joins Jesse Mulligan to discuss signing up to a multi-day hike in the Himalayas for the first time. Audio
Tourists will have to pay $100 to enter NZ
The government is almost tripling the fee charges to most international visitors.
Calling Home: Trevor Coleman in Seville, Spain
Calling Home from Seville in Spain this morning is musician Trevor Coleman, originally from Dunedin. Audio
The best places in the world to retire
From Costa Rica to the Philippines, some countries offer a variety of financial incentives for foreign retirees. Audio
London's calling, but more New Zealanders aren't picking up
Young Kiwis are heading overseas in record numbers, but are finding that the traditional London OE looks different than it did for earlier generations Audio
Unseen Eyes in the Sky
Find out who is guiding you safely to your next destination. Audio
Air NZ's plummeting profits due to 'a few headwinds' - CEO
The national carrier's net profit for the financial year is down 65 percent to $146 million. Audio
The Panel with Jo McCarroll & Scott Campbell (Part 2)
Tonight on The Panel, Wallace Chapman and panellists Jo McCarroll & Scott Campbell discuss Consumer NZs Right To Repair petition, how young is too young for solo travel and the manchester music scene… Audio
The Pre-Panel for 28th August 2024
Today on the Pre-Panel, Wallace Chapman joins Jesse Mulligan to preview tonight's show. Plus producer Tom Riste-Smith joins to talk about new research on why food in space tastes bad... Audio
Heading Off: the Whanganui River
River guide Willie Huch from Owhango Adventures gives Jesse the lowdown on how to enjoy the mighty Whanganui River. Audio
State Highway 3 blocked after train and truck collide
State Highway 3 is blocked after a train and a truck have collided at an intersection north of Stratford. One person is being treated for serious injuries. Reporter Robin Martin spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
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
