Air Pacific is returning to its original name, Fiji Airways, to better reflect its role as the national carrier.

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Australia's Fair Work Ombudsman is suing Jetstar, alleging it contravened workplace laws when it hired trainee pilots who were New Zealanders.

The Tourism Industry Association (TIA) says an increase in the UK air passenger duty (APD) will cause British arrivals to decline faster but an aviation consultant says the exchange rate is worse.

It may be derided by New Zealanders who live south of the Bombay Hills, but Auckland has received a glowing testimonial from New York Times travel writer Seth Kugel.