Sounds Air cancels Wellington Westport route

Regional operator Sounds Air is canning its Wellington/Westport route in the face of tough economic headwinds. It's last run to the capital will be December 31st. Sounds Air said unlike Air New Zealand, it doesnt have government support - and has twice applied for funds intended for the regions but missed out both times. It's managing director Andrew Crawford, said in his 21 years at the helm nothing compares to the post COVID financial challenges. Crawford spoke to Lisa Owen.