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Hundreds of volunteers join a beach clean-up in Bali after monsoon dumps plastic waste.
Air NZ launches sale on international and domestic fares
It's one of the airline's biggest-ever sales.
Have you seen a bush robin? Abel Tasman National Park asks to report sightings
The little birds have been absent for decades, but they seem to be making a comeback.
British tennis star sees red after Jetstar ruins her tennis racquets
Sports equipment is left in pieces as tennis match looms.
Shocking scenes as plane wheels explode at Melbourne Airport
Incident causes ongoing disruption with only one runway open.
Tourist gored to death while bathing elephant in Thailand
Elephant stress blamed for fatal attack on Spanish tourist in Thailand.
Justin Bieber reportedly spotted in Queenstown
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Revamped Cape Brett DoC hut offers some of Northland’s best views
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Milan says no to all outdoor smoking in Italy’s toughest ban
Those who defy the new prohibition could be fined between $74 to $443.
Cruise ships report worst year for stomach sickness in over a decade
2024 saw at least 16 outbreaks of gastrointestinal illness on cruise ships.
12 peculiar New Year’s traditions around the world
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Climbers left stuck on cliff over an hour by crowds
Forget Everest’s 'traffic jam at the top of the world'!
Woman flies 1600km to meet the love of her life, gets ghosted at the airport
'At least I got to do some sightseeing.'
A sour note: Is the airline industry waging war on musicians?
'I find travelling more stressful than performing on stage.'
Five tragic incidents of commercial planes being shot down
The Azerbaijan Airlines flight is not the first passenger plane to have been shot down.
'Recipe for disaster': Kiwis urge American tourist to change itinerary
Dozens called her plan dangerous but two Americans said the advice was 'alarmist'.
This was the most-watched movie on Air NZ flights in 2024
The ranking reveals a favourite genre amongst travellers.
Cook Islands passport would require giving up NZ citizenship - Winston Peters
Prime Minister Mark Brown wants his nation’s citizens to have their own passports.
Watch: 'Magic of Christmas' – International passengers get festive surprise on Air NZ flight
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All the road closures that could impact your summer road trip
With lots going on around New Zealand, it's important to plan your travel route carefully.
Dad booted off Jetstar flight for breaking this simple rule
The father of two said crew called him an 'idiot' then said he couldn't fly with them.
'Extreme turbulence' and planes turned around: What are your rights if your flight goes wrong?
Multiple flights in 2024 experienced violent turbulence or technical issues.
Air NZ will scrap this regional route next year
The direct service will be cut from January 19, 2025.
Plane crash lands amid high winds after nose gear collapses
An aircraft has been pictured making a 'hard landing' at Belfast City Airport.
Child named after Star Wars character refused passport due to copyright issues
A family's holiday was cancelled until the Home Office reversed its passport decision.
Vanuatu quake: Resorts open and ready for tourists, says business leader
'I don’t want to downplay it, but from a visitor experience not much has changed.'
Rich social media star claims he has 'rented' the Egyptian Pyramids
The star has become famous for their outrageous videos.
'Oxygen issue': Smell caused by 100 pigs forces plane to land
The pilot complained of an 'obnoxious' smell.
Review: AKL Airport released a 'Love Actually' spoof and it's as cute as you'd expect
OPINION: It turns out Hugh Grant was right; love really is all around us.
'No evidence of alcohol poisoning' in tourists' mystery illness at luxury Fiji hotel
Seven tourists hospitalised in Fiji recover; cause of illness still unknown.
'Felt I was going to die': Kiwis drank strong cocktails then fell ill days before Fiji mass poisoning
The young couple thought they had food poisoning but now suspect something worse.
Missing tourist Hannah Kobayashi breaks silence after tragic saga
Her father took his own life while searching for her. Now she's broken her silence.
Airport official reveals common mistake that makes travellers miss flights
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