Originair News

Exciting news for New Zealand music lovers and festival-goers! The iconic Homegrown festival, which has been held in Wellington since 2008, is now set to rock Hamilton in 2026. We're here to make sure you don't miss a beat.

By Rachel

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This Mother's Day, we celebrate mums, dads, and their tireless dedication to turning chaos into cherished memories. Discover the magic behind family trips and find helpful guides to make your next journey smoother.

By Rachel

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Planning a trip to Christchurch? Originair is offering a rare opportunity to fly to the Garden City for just $99! These special charter repositioning flights are available for one day only—8 May—so make sure you book quickly to secure your seat.

By Rachel

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The inaugural Kapiti Coastguard Charity Ball promises an unforgettable evening of elegance, purpose, and community spirit. On 7 June 2025, the Kapiti Coastguard Charity Ball will take centre stage at the iconic Southwards Car Museum. This glittering event unites people to support a cause that saves lives on and off the water.

By Rachel

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On March 29th, the Nelson Symphony Orchestra dazzled a full house at the Nelson Centre for Musical Arts with their concert, "American Soundscapes - The Beauty and Spirit of America Through Music." Thanks to Originair's sponsorship, including discounted airfares, the orchestra was able to bring in talented musicians to deliver this extraordinary performance.

By Rachel

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Need an activity these school holidays? Here's some fun colouring sheets!

By Rachel

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Motorsport fans, get ready—after a year off, the 2025 Repco Supercars Championship is returning to New Zealand, and it’s all happening at Taupō International Motorsport Park. From the 11th to the 13th of April, experience the roar of the ITM Taupō Super400, where Kiwi drivers will take on international rivals right here on home turf!

By Rachel

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The electrifying Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live™ Glow Party is crash-landing in Wellington on September 27 at Sky Stadium—and it's bringing the glow, the stunts, and the thrills for the first time ever!

By Rachel

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The wait is over! The Kawatiri Coastal Trail team is delighted to invite you to the official opening of the full trail, stretching from the historic town of Westport to the charming village of Charleston.

By Rachel

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Originair Takes Off as one of the proud sponsors of the 2025 Unison Great Lake Taupō Business Awards Launch

By Rachel

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Originair is dedicated to keeping communities connected. With the changing seasons comes an updated winter schedule for our Wellington-Westport services, effective May 14th, 2025. As demand often shifts during the winter months, these adjustments ensure both sustainability and convenience for travelers.

By Rachel

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The Festival of Colours is returning to Te Marae o Hine—The Square on Friday, March 21, from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM.

By Rachel

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Originair has launched a fresh, user-friendly website to make booking flights easier than ever. With detailed destination guides and seamless booking for flights to Nelson, Palmerston North, Hamilton, Wellington, Westport, and Taupō, we're continuing our mission of connecting communities. Check it out today!

By Rachel

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There’s something magical about the sight of colourful hot air balloons ascending gracefully into the sky, their vibrant hues reflecting the joy they bring to thousands of spectators.

By Rachel

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We’re thrilled to have supported this year’s Fifeshire Foundation Charity Golf Tournament, an annual highlight for Nelson Tasman’s business and charity communities.

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Discover our regional flight network.

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Taupō District Council has warmly welcomed the announcement that Originair will launch a new air service connecting Taupō and Wellington from 17 February 2025. This exciting development follows the withdrawal of Sounds Air’s Wellington-Taupō service at the end of 2024.

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We are excited to announce that Originair is stepping in as the new operator for the Wellington-Westport regional route, starting January 3. This move comes as Sounds Air concludes its service on December 31.

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The first quarter of the year has evaporated so quickly and we are now making flight schedule variations reflecting the coming winter.

By Tania Armstrong

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From Monday, 19 October 2020 Originair will offer direct weekday services between Palmerston North and Hamilton.

By Editor

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