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Hamilton Airport runway gets $9.8m upgrade for larger aircraft

Government backs regional airport development but operators say costs are too high.

Hamilton Airport is booming thanks to new trans-Tasman services.

Nevil Gibson Wed, 25 Mar 2026
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The Government's Regional Infrastructure Fund has granted Hamilton Airport a $6.5 million loan to extend its runway by up to 255 metres to 2450m.

The loan will also be used to increase the terminal apron and turning bay, and upgrade the approach and runway lighting. This will allow a wider range of

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Nevil Gibson Wed, 25 Mar 2026
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