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Congratulations to Longveld: winners of the People & Culture Award

Hamilton Airport is the proud sponsor of the People & Culture Award at the Waikato Chamber of Commerce Business Awards 2024.  This is the third year this award has been available to enter and we commend the finalists for this year:LongveldLivingstone BuildingPure LightingWaitomo Group A big congratulations to Longveld who were the worthy recipients of this year's award - well done team, an awesome achievement!(Photography by Barker Photography)...

Hamilton Airport wins at NZ Airports Hui 2024

Hamilton Airport were proud hosts of the NZ Airports Hui 2024 and we have some exciting news to share!On the 13th of November, at the Gala Dinner and Awards ceremony for our industry, we were thrilled to be awarded a win in the following categories:·Sustainability Initiative of the Year (medium airport)Airport of the Year (medium airport)This was a very proud night for the Hamilton Airport team: being recognised by our peers on our ‘home turf’ made it extra special.The Gala Dinner was Hobbi...

Challenging environment reflected in finances

Waikato Regional Airport Ltd (WRAL) says the challenging travel and tourism environment over the past 12 months is reflected in its annual financial results. WRAL has reported a pre-tax profit of $3.6 million, down from $18.6m in 2023.Land sales returned a gross margin of $2.8 million to the Group, significantly down from the $10.1 million in land profits the previous year. The drop was no surprise and had been forecast, said WRAL chief executive Mark Morgan. “In 2022-23 we saw ...

WRAL board welcomes new directors

Anna Cassels-Brown, Peter Stubbs and Rachel Winder (pictured above) have been appointed directors at Waikato Regional Airport Ltd (WRAL).Cassels-Brown, the former Chief Operations Officer at Auckland Airport, specialises in operations, governance and people management and has experience across many industries, including the construction, aviation and public sectors. She currently serves as a director at Leighs Construction.“I’m delighted to be joining the Board at this moment of exceptional ...

Hamilton Airport goes international again

Champagne corks are popping across the Waikato today with confirmation that direct flights between Hamilton Airport and Australia are back.Jetstar, a subsidiary of Qantas, has announced it will offer three return flights per week between Hamilton and the Gold Coast and four return flights per week between Hamilton and Sydney. The first flights will take off in June 2025, in time for the New Zealand school holidays.The trans-Tasman commercial flights will be the first out of Hamilton in 13 years....

WRAL farewells Margaret Devlin

Waikato Regional Airport Ltd (WRAL) bids a fond farewell to director, Margaret Devlin, who has been an integral part of the airport company’s journey for the past decade.     During her tenure, Margaret brought invaluable expertise, strategic insight, and robust governance to WRAL’s Board of Directors and as Chair of the Audit & Risk Committee. Her pivotal role in the decision to dissolve the joint venture with Mcconnell Property in 2015 reshaped the trajectory o...

Bats get the benefit

A Waipā District Council plan change going operative on Monday will help the endangered long-tailed pekapeka native bat.And it can’t come soon enough for Waikato Regional Airport boss Mark Morgan who said the ratepayer owned company can now plant and pest proof two blocks of land it owns to the north of the airport to attract pekapeka-tou-roa.Work can also start on the Northern Precinct in what was formerly 89ha of rural land and is now an industrial block bigger than Ruakura.The long tailed ...

Tiaki in Kirikiriroa

Click the image above then scroll down till you see the same image to find out about sustainability at Hamilton Airport....

The story of Matariki

This is a beautiful story by Ngāti Toa Rangatira about Matariki and the Six Sisters.According to the iwi, Ngati Toa, the 7 stars of Matariki are a Family. The journey they take across the sky each year is to come and visit their tupuna wahine (their grandmother), Papatūānuku. They help her prepare for the year ahead using their own unique strengths and gather new knowledge as they are guided by her.Matariki is the mother of six daughters. She watches over her children and proudly shares their...

New service from Sunair connects Hamilton to Gisborne, Napier and Whangārei.

From Monday, 29 April Sunair will offer daily weekday flights connecting Hamilton to Gisborne, Napier and Whangārei.Hamilton Airport chief executive Mark Morgan said the flights to Gisborne and Napier are fast, taking just 60 minutes.“It’s a little bit longer  to Whangārei but the schedule means you can park at our airport, jump on a flight and be home in time for dinner with the family.”Sunair is no stranger to Hamilton, having previously offered scheduled services around the upper...

Hamilton Airport supports the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower

Hamilton Airport has adopted the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower to help support and raise awareness of those living with a hidden disability. Many people with a disability use or carry something – whether that’s a wheelchair, guide dog, hearing aid or white cane – that visibly indicates what the disability might be.  But other disabilities such as autism, dementia, mental health issues or learning difficulties, are not so obvious.  Under the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower, peo...

Run the Runway 2024: A runaway success!

We were very proud to sponsor another hugely successful Rotary Run the Runway event that was done and dusted on Sunday the 10th of March!  Several of our airport team members joined around 400-odd runners/walkers on the runway at dawn for this fabulous event, which is now in it's fourth year!  The event raised $10k for GoBabyGo, who are extremely happy as this figure will allow them to purchase six of the little vehicles for children who are unable to walk.  It was an e...

"Best" award for Hamilton Airport brand

We are extremely excited to share Principals Branding Agency's wonderful news of their win of a "Best" award at the 2024 Rebrand 100 Global Awards for Hamilton Airport's brand identity.The REBRAND 100 Global Awards are the most respected global awards program for effective brand transformation. This year’s selection celebrates innovative companies and brands across the globe, illustrating the impactful journey of brand transformation. A panel of 10 prominent, global jurors meticulously se...

Hamilton Airport achieves Level 4 ACA

Hamilton Airport aligns its carbon management with global climate goals at Level 4 of Airport Carbon Accreditation.(Official notification from Airport Carbon International) We are delighted to confirm that Hamilton Airport in New Zealand has met all the necessary requirements to upgrade to Level 4 Transformation of the Airport Carbon Accreditation programme. At Level 4, airports are required to align their carbon management with global climate goals, transforming their operations with ...

Walking the talk on zero carbon emissions

Check out the story (via Waikato Business News) here: https://wbn.co.nz/2024/02/05/walking-the-talk-on-zero-carbon/...

Solar switched on at Hamilton Airport

Hamilton Airport has become the first airport in New Zealand to install and commission its own solar energy farm.The 5,000sqm, $1.5 million operation was switched on in early November after a seven-month project led by Renewable Generation Development Limited. At peak capacity, it will generate 460kW of electricity, enough to power around 350 homes.Waikato Regional Airport Ltd (WRAL) chief executive Mark Morgan said solar energy from the farm will be used to fully power the refurbished airport t...

Airport CE talks to Lodge Real Estate

Click here to hear Waikato Regional Airport Ltd chief executive, Mark Morgan talk to Jeremy O'Rourke, managing director at Lodge Real Estate about the airport's role in the property sector and it's plans for the next few years....

Airport CE wins @ Central Property People Awards

The team at Waikato Regional Airport Ltd (Hamilton Airport) are delighted to announce our Chief Executive, Mark Morgan, was named the winner of the Foster Group Ltd Outstanding Leadership Award at the CENTRAL PROPERTY PEOPLE AWARDS 2023. Congratulations Mark - a well deserved win.From the Awards team ..."Under Mark’s capable stewardship, his organisation has evolved into a multifaceted entity, overseeing property development, investment, hotel operations, and tourism.Mark's vis...

Good Design Awards 2023 - partnership with Principals Branding

We are extremely excited to share Principals Branding Agency's wonderful news of their win(s) at the Good Design Australia’s 2023!The team at Hamilton Airport worked really hard with Principals, Norm Hill and Eugene Kara, on our new brand, story and values, and on its seamless integration into the terminal fit-out, so we're incredibly proud that Principals has received this very special accolade.This from Principals:The Good Design Award results are in, and we’re so proud to share that the H...

Congrats to finalists in People & Culture Award!

Hamilton Airport is a proud sponsor of the People & Culture Award at the Waikato Chamber of Commerce Business Awards 2023.  This is the second year this particular award category has been available to enter.  The Chamber recently announced the finalists for this year are:MS Civil ConstructionWyreframeNinja Valley Hamilton Representatives from these businesses are pictured here with our CE, Mark Morgan at the recent finalists announcement event at recently opened Pā at Waikato Univ...

Airport welcomes new Assistant Property Manager

The team at Hamilton Airport is delighted to welcome Jackee King to the role of Assistant Property Manager.    Jackee joins us after spending the last 17 years in the residential construction industry and brings a high level of expertise to our organisation.  She has worked in a wide variety of roles with well-known local home builders, GJ Gardner, and has an exceptional track record of successful property management and client satisfaction.Jackee is a natural communicator, a...

Taking flight together: Hamilton Airport partners with Balloons Over Waikato!

Hamilton Airport is delighted to announce a new four-year relationship as proud legacy partners of the ionic Balloons Over Waikato festival. A visually spectacular annual event in the heart of the Mighty Waikato since 1999, Balloons Over Waikato captivates hearts and minds and brings colour to our skies with a five-day festival of vibrant morning ascensions, culminating in the mesmerising ZURU Nightglow.   Hamilton Airport’s commitment to the community aligns perfectly with the ...

Celebrating Matariki

Twinkling in the winter sky just before dawn, Matariki (the Pleiades) signals the Maaori New Year. For Maaori, the appearance of Matariki heralds a time of remembrance, connection, joy and peace - a time for communities to come together and celebrate....

The arrival of the Texel

There was plenty of excitement at Hamilton Airport recently as a Texel Air 737-800BCF (affectionately known as "Vera") arrived from Bahrain, via Bangkok and Darwin (a 15,000km journey).(Aircraft details: 40 metres long, wingspan 34 metres, max speed nearly 900km)The aircraft was in Hamilton for routine maintenance at the Ham Aero facility and will soon be operating the skies between Auckland and Christchurch multiple times a week, with Hamilton Airport as its maintenance base.   V...

Airport confirms no runway extension

Hamilton Airport has confirmed it will not extend its runway, saying a $100 million-plus price tag and “data-based logic” simply don’t stack up.Since 2011 Waikato Regional Airport Ltd (WRAL) has had 16 hectares of land designated for a potential runway extension, protecting the land from other development in case a runway extension was needed.Today after reports from aviation, legal and planning experts, WRAL chief executive Mark Morgan confirmed there was “no compelling argument” to e...