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Summer on Tour: Chatting with kiwi musician Oscar Ladell
Oscar LaDell is returning to Aotearoa touring his 'NO BLUE' EP. The singer-songwriter has been based in Melbourne delivering his soul and blues originals - but we'll have him back thank you very much… Audio
Security concerns force cancellation of Air NZ flight
Dunedin-bound passengers were left stranded after the plane returned to the gate.
World's most expensive passport getting even more expensive
From 1 January, a new Australian adult passport will cost $463.
The worst-behaved travellers of 2024
There was no shortage of unruly traveller incidents this year so, to remedy this, CNN has put together a list of New Year resolutions for globetrotters and gadabouts.
Where to see in the New Year with a bang
A rundown on some of the best festivals and public events to ring in 2025 - and where to catch the best fireworks displays.
Engineering issue forces Air NZ plane back to Christchurch
The plane made it as far north as Blenheim before performing a u-turn.
Putin apologises for 'tragic' Kazakhstan plane crash
The president says Russia's air defence systems were active when the plane attempted to land, but hasn't said Russia was responsible for the crash.
Where to travel for Christmas in 2025
Feeling disenchanted after getting rain for Christmas? Check out these destinations next year instead.
Passengers heard loud bang before Kazakhstan plane crash
One passenger says it was as if the plane was "drunk", while airline says it went down due to "physical and technical external interference".
What movies got plane travellers buzzing this year?
Air New Zealand's tally of their most popular in-flight viewing for the year shows their passengers want their ride comfortable, but their viewing full of thrills and spills.
Azerbaijan Airlines flight downed by Russian defence system - sources
The crash came after the passenger jet diverted from an area of Russia where Moscow has used air defence systems against Ukrainian drone strikes.
Body found in wheel well after flight lands in Hawaii
The body was found in a compartment that houses the aeroplane's landing gear, after a flight from Chicago landed in Maui, the airline said.
Where the roadworks are happening this summer
Roadworks are set to ramp up over the summer period, as workers make the most of warm and dry weather.
Calling Home: Tristan Pang in Oxford
Tristan Pang joins Jim to chat about life as a student at the oldest university in the English-speaking world. Audio
The Great Loop revisited
We catch up with Maungaturoto locals, Juleigh Parker and Peter Gray who are navigating The Great Loop in North America. Audio
Transmission Gully partnership breakdown won't hurt future ones, minister says
The roads partnership unravelled under a confidential settlement this week, meaning NZTA will now finish off what it had said was incomplete work.
How to make your tech devices' batteries last longer
Why can't my battery phone's battery last when driving between towns? There could be several ways your battery is being drained without you realising how.
How to drive safely on the highways this holiday season
Police say they will work hard to keep people safe on the road - but road users need to play their part too.
Midday Report Essentials for Friday 20 December 2024
In today's episode, New Zealand's High Commissioner to Vanuatu says the hunt for survivors continues, after 93 people were evacuated via aircraft last night, Police are warning people to drive… Audio
SH1 through Mangamuka Gorge reopens
Traffic is back flowing on State Highway 1 through Mangamuka Gorge in the far north. North Chamber president Tim Robinson spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio