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22-07-2025
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Volunteers Celebrated At Wellington Airport Regional Community Awards
Ahu Charitable Trust (Pukerua Bay Hub) was crowned supreme Porirua winners at the 2025 Wellington Airport Regional Community Awards last night. The event, held at Pātaka Art + Museum, highlighted outstanding volunteers and organisations making a difference in Porirua with their dedication and passion. Category winners were: Education and Child/Youth Development - 41 (City of Porirua) Squadron Air Training Corp (runner-up Holy Family Parish Youth Ministry) Health and Wellbeing - Foundation for Equity and Research NZ (runner-up Waitangirua Market) Arts and Culture - Ahu Charitable Trust (Pukerua Bay Hub) (runner-up Malaga Sā) Sport and Leisure - Plimmerton Boating Club (runner-up Porirua City Aquatics Learn to Swim programme) Heritage and Environment - Whitireia Park Restoration Group (runner-up Tū Matau Ora) Rising Star - Heavy Hitterz (runner-up O Le Nu'u Trust) Supreme Award - Ahu Charitable Trust (Pukerua Bay Hub) Ahu Charitable Trust (Pukerua Bay Hub) was established in 2017 by locals wanting to bring the community together to share skills and build resilience. Last winter, their innovative 'Pop-Up Parlour' transformed St Marks Church into a central hub with 48 diverse events held over a five-week period. Porirua City Council's General Manager Community & Partnerships, Reuben Friend, said the awards are a chance to show off how diverse groups are making our a better place for us to live. "Everyone nominated demonstrates their love for Porirua and its people through their ongoing commitment - they show innovation, effectiveness, perseverance, impact and activity within our communities," he said. Wellington Airport chief executive Matt Clarke said the airport was proud to celebrate the outstanding work of community groups in Porirua over the previous 12 months. "These groups deserve recognition for the amazing and selfless work they do in the community. Congratulations to all nominees and winners, and best of luck for the Regional Community Awards finals later this year."
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27-06-2025
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Wellington Airport's Annual Climate Reports Released
Wellington Airport has released its annual climate-related disclosures today, outlining good progress towards reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. The disclosures outline how the airport is preparing for the impacts of climate change and playing a supporting role in the decarbonisation of the wider aviation sector. Highlights from the last financial year included: Achieved Airport Carbon Accreditation Level 4+ First shipment of Sustainable Aviation Fuel at Wellington Airport used by Air New Zealand Continued work to provide electric charging for Air New Zealand's Alia BETA electric aircraft Progressing design and planning work to upgrade the southern seawall Procurement of local carbon offsets to cover all FY25 Scope 1 and Scope 3 (business travel) emissions Wellington Airport has also released its annual Greenhouse Gas Emissions Inventory, showing Scope 1 and 2 emissions have reduced 38% since FY17, or 68% when including certified renewable energy. Our analysis shows Wellington Airport is on track for its target of Net Zero by 2030 despite an increase in Scope 1 emissions from FY24, mostly due to increased heating during an unusually cold winter last year and refrigerant top ups. A decrease in Scope 1 emissions is expected once the gas boilers in the terminal are replaced. *With the purchase of 100% certified renewable electricity through Ecotricity, market-based Scope 2 GHG emissions are zero. Scope 3 emissions have increased 2.4% in FY25 due to an increase in emissions from fuel used by aircraft and increased construction work. Emissions from natural gas are down 46% since the base year of FY17, while airside vehicle fuel emissions are down by 44% thanks to switching to EVs and hybrids. Wellington Airport's chief executive Matt Clarke says the airport remains on track to achieve net zero emissions for its own direct operations by 2030. 'This reflects a lot of hard work from our team to improve how we operate and reduce the emissions we can directly control. Regular progress and transparent reporting are also key to making genuine progress. 'As always, there is more work to be done - especially on supporting airlines with their decarbonisation journey.' The full reports are available below: Wellington Airport Climate Related Disclosures 2025: Wellington Airport Greenhouse Gas Inventory Report 2025:
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25-06-2025
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10th Anniversary Of Fiji Airways Wellington Service Celebrated
Wellington Airport is celebrating the 10th anniversary of Fiji Airways flying direct between Wellington and Nadi today, marking a decade of connecting the capital to the heart of the South Pacific. 'Since the start of this service on the 25th of June in 2015, Fiji Airways has carried 195,000 passengers to and from Wellington,' says Wellington Airport chief executive Matt Clarke. 'This has been a hugely popular service connecting Wellingtonians to the Pacific and beyond. We love seeing the distinctive Fiji Airways aircraft here and helping fuel their growth and success. 'Thanks to this service, we've seen a 60% increase in Wellingtonians travelling to Fiji while the number of Fijian visitors into Wellington has increased fifteen-fold over the last 10 years. 'The increasing connections through Nadi have also meant we've seen a big increase in visitors from the United States, Canada, Japan, UK and India. 'Travellers from Wellington can now skip Auckland and fly straight from Nadi onto popular destinations like Tokyo, Hong Kong, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Dallas and Vancouver. 'The improved connections with Samoa and Tonga are also boosting demand, with Fiji a perfect hub for services across the Pacific.' "We are delighted to be able to celebrate this momentous 10-year anniversary with our Wellington whānau," says Andre Viljoen, CEO and Managing Director, Fiji Airways. 'Our direct flights between Wellington and Nadi have increased to up to three times a week, highlighting the demand for this route and the importance of the New Zealand market - our second biggest source of arrivals. We look forward to continuing to greet Wellingtonians onboard with a big Bula welcome and smile for many years to come as they fly to our home and beyond.' In April this year Fiji Airways proudly became the newest full member of the oneworld Alliance. To celebrate the 10-year milestone, Wellington Airport and Fiji Airways have teamed up to give away to flight packages to Fiji and beyond. Prize 1: Return flights for two adults and two children (aged 2 – 11) from Wellington to Fiji.
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05-06-2025
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New Electric Bus Buzzing Around Wellington Airport
Press Release – Wellington Airport The Yutong E9L has begun taking travellers to and from the long-term carpark every 15 minutes, providing a convenient and sustainable transport option. Wellington Airport has launched a new fully electric bus into service this week, the first of its kind in New Zealand. The Yutong E9L has begun taking travellers to and from the long-term carpark every 15 minutes, providing a convenient and sustainable transport option. As well as being zero emissions, the bus also provides more space, capacity and comfort for travellers. Wellington Airport has now replaced the majority of its ground fleet with electric or plug-in hybrid vehicles, an important step towards the goal of net zero emissions for the airport's own direct operations by 2030. Wellington Airport chief executive Matt Clarke says: 'We're very proud of our slick new wheels and it's a triple win for us. 'Not only does it look amazing as a canvas for our new branding, it's also a more comfortable and convenient ride for travellers and another reduction in our emissions as well.'
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05-06-2025
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New Electric Bus Buzzing Around Wellington Airport
Wellington Airport has launched a new fully electric bus into service this week, the first of its kind in New Zealand. The Yutong E9L has begun taking travellers to and from the long-term carpark every 15 minutes, providing a convenient and sustainable transport option. As well as being zero emissions, the bus also provides more space, capacity and comfort for travellers. Wellington Airport has now replaced the majority of its ground fleet with electric or plug-in hybrid vehicles, an important step towards the goal of net zero emissions for the airport's own direct operations by 2030. Wellington Airport chief executive Matt Clarke says: 'We're very proud of our slick new wheels and it's a triple win for us. 'Not only does it look amazing as a canvas for our new branding, it's also a more comfortable and convenient ride for travellers and another reduction in our emissions as well.'
