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AIR NEW ZEALAND CEO RESIGNS 31 January 2012
"Air New Zealand has confirmed its chief executive Rob Fyfe will step down at the end of this year, as speculated by BusinessDay this morning." Read more »
RNZAF OHAKEA AIR SHOW AND OPEN DAY 30 January 2012
Celebrating 75 years of service to New Zealand. Read more »
DUNEDIN AIRPORT CUSTOMER SERVICE RECOGNISED 19 December 2011
Delivering lost property to people all over Dunedin is just part of the service for Dunedin Airport Customer Service officer, Gordon McDonald. Read more »
TRY OUR NEW CREDIT CARD EXITS 12 December 2011
Did you know Dunedin Airport now has two credit card exits. Read more »
Last day for two Airport Staff 30 November 2011
Seventeen years of service are recognised by management of Dunedin Airport. Read more »
DUNEDIN INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT RECOGNISES THE PASSING OF BOARD CHAIRPERSON 4 November 2011
"It was with deep sadness that we learnt of the sudden death of Richard Walls, the Chairman of the company since 1990." Read more »
A purely personal view 31 October 2011
Grahame Sydney has put down his paintbrushes in favour of photography for his latest book, a personal tribute to Central Otago. Shane Gilchrist reports. Read more »
Registration of Interest - Exclusive 'ON DEMAND' Taxi / Shuttle ranks 29 October 2011
Dunedin International Airport Limited (DIAL) would like to invite Registrations of Interest for a term of two or three years to operate taxis from an exclusive ‘on demand’ taxi rank / shuttle rank at Dunedin Airport. Read more »
AIR NZ BIG BUY EQUALS CHEAP FARE 20 October 2011
Air New Zealand's $340 million spend-up on up to 12 new aircraft should mean more cheap seats for travellers to regional centres, chief executive Rob Fyfe says. Read more »
London Sunday Times Reporter, 28 September 2011
Have a glimpse of Dunedin from the perspective of Sunday Times Chief Rugby Writer in London - Stephen Jones Read more »
DUNEDIN AIRPORT RETURNS PROFIT 22 September 2011
"We are pleased to report an operating surplus after tax of $713,592." Read more »
RUGBY MATCH SCHEDULE 16 September 2011
FOLLOW YOUR FAVOURITE TEAMS WHERE AND WHEN AT A GLANCE Read more »
ENGLISH RUGBY TEAM TOUCH DOWN AT DUNEDIN AIRPORT 5 September 2011
A warm Dunedin welcome was felt by the English rugby squad on arrival at Dunedin International Airport yesterday afternoon. Read more »
WELCOME TO ARGENTINA AT DUNEDIN AIRPORT 2 September 2011
About 300 Argentinian fans gave Gaitan, now assistant coach, and his fellow Pumas a rousing welcome at the airport.
"It was a wonderful welcome. I'm very pleased to be here."
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IT IS GREAT TO CREATE A BUZZ FOR THE RUGBY WORLD CUP 31 August 2011
"It is to create a buzz for the Rugby World Cup and make the teams feel welcome as they arrive at the airport." says Air Traffic Controller, Kate Lindsey. Read more »
Central Otago artist is the latest to take part in the airport's Artists in the Terminal programme 30 August 2011
Photographic work by Grahame Sydney supports his soon to be released book revealing the diverse beauty of the Otago region. Read more »
LIFE-SAVING HEART DEVICE NOW INSTALLED IN AIRPORT TERMINAL 30 August 2011
Eight Lions Clubs from around Dunedin have raised $4,500 to buy the Lifepack CR Plus automated defibrillator for Dunedin Airport terminal. Read more »
Flights still Affected by Weather Conditions 16 August 2011
Flights to and from Dunedin Airport are still being affected by snow and ice conditions. Read more »
Dunedin Airport flight disruptions 15 August 2011
There are currently flight disruptions at Dunedin Airport due to snow conditions. Read more »
Flight Disruption Continues 15 August 2011
Snow conditions from the polar blast are still affecting flights at Dunedin Airport. Read more »
Dunedin International Airport axes international departure fees 29 July 2011
International departure fees are to become a thing of the past at Dunedin International Airport. From 1 August 2011 passengers will no longer have to queue to pay the $25 fee before then queuing again to show that the fee has been paid.
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Jetstar launches flights to Dunedin 15 July 2011
Jetstar has kicked off flights to New Zealand’s south, Dunedin; landing in the city for the first time yesterday. Read more »
JETSTAR LANDS IN DUNEDIN 14 July 2011
Low fares leader Jetstar begins daily Auckland-Dunedin flights from Thursday 14 July, offering fares up to 40% less than competitor pricing. Read more »
Flydunedin.com Welcome Jucy 6 July 2011
Dunedin Airport welcome Jucys' new depot in Dunedin. We are pleased to be part of the love being spread throughout the region. Read more »
Dunedin Airport affected by ash Cloud 16 June 2011
Ash cloud from the Chilean volcano has affected flights in and out of Dunedin Airport. Read more »
Pacific Blue to increase Trans Tasman service from Dunedin. 20 May 2011
It was announced in The Otago Daily Times this week that Pacific Blue will 'take up Air New Zealand Services between Sydney, Melbourne and Dunedin operating during the December and January peak'. Read more »
Jetstar launches $5 fares for 5th NZ destination – Dunedin*! 12 May 2011
Low fares leader Jetstar has launched its latest New Zealand destination – Dunedin* – bringing low fares and choice direct to the Otago region. (*Subject to regulatory approval). Read more »
Maria Kemp, "Artist in the Terminal" 15 April 2011
"I am inspired by biblical references to the earth being stretched out like fabric, with patterns and folds like garments ... " is how Maria Kemp views her paintings of the landscape.
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NZ is open campaign 12 April 2011
If you want to see some fantastic photos of New Zealand try these websites... Read more »
DUNEDIN OFFERS OF ACCOMMODATION TO CHCH 24 February 2011
In response to the devastating Christchurch earthquake, Tourism Dunedin in conjunction with the Dunedin i-Site, is co-ordinating a city wide initiative to help people find accommodation.
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GETTING BENEATH THE SURFACE 27 January 2011
If you're waiting at Dunedin International Airport in the next couple of months, take a look at the art on the walls. Charmian Smith talks to Rob Piggott, the current "Artist in the Terminal." Read more »
DUNEDIN AIRPORT ARRIVALS BOOST LOCAL ECONOMY 20 January 2011
Dunedin International Airport arrivals pumped an extra 60% in revenue into the city and wider Otago region last year, an aviation report shows. Read more »
PACIFIC BLUE FLIGHT DJ75 DELAYED UNTIL FRIDAY 14TH JANUARY - DEPARTURE 12 January 2011
Pacific Blue flight DJ75 to Brisbane (scheduled to depart on Thurs 13 Jan at 5pm) has been delayed. Read more »
'A SUMMER SHOW' 1 January 2011
On Wednesday of this week Dunedin Airport has welcomed four artists in to the Terminal. Read more »
AIRPORT PROFITABILITY SHOWS IMPROVEMENT 2 October 2010
Dunedin International Airport Ltd has recorded a small deficit for the year to the end of June, but chairman Richard Walls says the result is a "positive turnaround" from the previous 12 months. Read more »
JETSTAR HAS DUNEDIN ON RADAR 17 September 2010
Southern cities Dunedin and Invercargill are firmly on Jetstar's radar, as the budget airline launches an aggressive expansion phase in New Zealand following the departure of Pacific Blue. Read more »
ARTIST IN THE TERMINAL 10 September 2010
Talented locally based artist, Sam Foley is the first artist to exhibit his work at the Dunedin Airport as part of a new initiative. Read more »
Otago Festival of the Arts 7 September 2010
"A Boutique festival in a Boutique city." Read more »
VIRGIN ANNOUNCES 1ST PHASE OF REVIEW 16 August 2010
CHRISTCHURCH, MONDAY 16 AUGUST 2010: The Virgin Blue Group of Airlines (VBA) Chief Executive Officer John Borghetti today announced the first phase of the Group’s network review aimed at delivering increased competition and capturing growth opportunities. Read more »
All Blacks At Dunedin Airport 14 June 2010
"Adoring Fans Collar Carter and Co." -ODT Read more »
Additional Trans Tasman flight for Dunedin 17 May 2010
Pacific Blue will be increasing direct flights to Brisbane from both Hamilton and Dunedin when it introduces its northern winter schedule later this year. Read more »
Airport Worms Land at St Pats 13 May 2010
ST Patrick’s School pupils can finally continue with an aspect of their sustainability studies they have been without since last year. Read more »
Dunedin Airport supports 'Shave for a Cure' 6 May 2010
One of the flydunedin.com team 'shaved for a cure' yesterday afternoon at Outram School. Read more »
Benefits 'likely' in airline alliance 4 May 2010
Dunedin International Airport, the only airport in the country which has sole Air New Zealand and Pacific Blue Trans Tasman services, stands to gain from a proposed alliance between the two airlines, Air New Zealand chief executive Rob Fyfe says. Read more »
Prize winners of flydunedin.com Travel Draw 4 March 2010
It has been a fortuitous start to the year for Dunedin student William Richards. The same could be said for Barney Fuller of Mosgiel. Read more »
Aussies boost tourism figures 20 January 2010
Australia has emerged as the saviour of the $200 million Dunedin tourism industry, with cruise-ship visitors proving a significant bonus... Read more »
DUNEDIN INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT LIMITED, Annual Report 2009 5 October 2009
A bumpy year saw Dunedin International Airport Limited end up with its total revenue of $7,548,000 down 1.4% against the previous year and a higher after tax deficit than expected of $907,842. Read more »
SWAP PENGUINS FOR PALM TREES! 3 September 2009
Thursday 3 September 2009. Dunedin Airport will be awash with red, black and white today when locals dressed as penguins waddle along to greet the arrival of Pacific Blue’s first direct service from Brisbane, heralding the start of new trans-Tasman flights between the two cities. Read more »
Jetstar profit good news for Dunedin's chances 20 August 2009
The prospects of Jetstar flying to Dunedin appear to have strengthened in the slipstream of the airline making an operating profit on its New Zealand routes... Read more »
Local travellers offered the easy way out 12 August 2009
Where would you rather be in four hours: Brisbane or Rolleston?
That's the simple question Dunedin International Airport is asking international travellers from Otago and Southland as part of its Fly Dunedin campaign, launched in the city on Tuesday evening.
"Flying out of Dunedin direct to Australia offers significant advantages and we want travellers to weigh up the ease and convenience of a Dunedin departure when they are planning to fly internationally", says CEO John McCall. Read more »
Campaign launched to boost airport numbers 12 August 2009
Dunedin International Airport chief executive John McCall is flanked by airport employees Clare Doherty (left) and Glenda Smith at a function in the Dunedin Public Art Gallery last night when a new website was launched promoting the airport.
Brisbane or Rolleston?
That was the question posed by Dunedin International Airport chief executive John McCall last night as he launched the Fly Dunedin campaign, aimed at persuading more people to choose to fly out of the city rather than out of Christchurch. Read more »
Wardens likely for airport 23 June 2009
Dunedin International Airport is about to be granted new powers to operate its own parking wardens, independent of the Dunedin City Council's, to target motorists breaking its rules. Read more »
Pacific Blue To Have Flights From Dunedin To Brisbane 10 June 2009
Pacific Blue has announced it will introduce direct international services from Dunedin to Brisbane, three times a week from September. Read more »
Focus on cockpit doors, not more aviation screening 18 May 2009
Transport Minister Steven Joyce announced today that the government will not extend security screening for domestic air travel, preferring instead to tighten up flight deck security on domestic aircraft. Read more »
Aviation security review could lead to airport closures 24 April 2009
The Government’s suggestion of security screening passengers travelling on regional domestic routes has met with opposition. Read more »
Dunedin International Airport backs DCC business initiative 7 April 2008
Dunedin International Airport Limited (DIAL) is adding its support to the Dunedin City Council Economic Development Unit's 'get out there and sell' project by adding free parking to the flight voucher package. Read more »
Air New Zealand connects Dunedin to Australia 4 April 2008
It was an eclectic mix of the travel industry and business representatives that gathered at PriceWaterhouse Coopers last night to celebrate the launch of Air New Zealand services to Dunedin. Read more »
Liquids, Aerosols & Gels 10 January 2008
Around the world, aviation authorities are working to keep travellers safe. An important new step is to ensure liquids, aerosols and gels (LAGs) taken on-board aircraft do not pose a security risk. You have an important role to play, every time you fly Read more »