Photo: SuppliedNelson's mayor says smaller centres are rattled by a warning from Air New Zealand it may have make changes to where it flies and how often. Nelson Mayor Nick Smith said there was a "huge amount of nervousness in regional New Zealand" over the possibility of Air New Zealand reviewing services. Smith said he was due to meet with Air New Zealand in the next couple of weeks. Photo: RNZNew Plymouth Mayor Max Brough warned of a revolt if changes are made to flights. "The airport has been working with Air New Zealand to remind them that it is a popular destination," he said.

Source: Otago Daily Times March 10, 2026 02:32 UTC