Air NZ ups flights to aid flood response

Air New Zealand has added one extra flight per day for the next six days between Timaru and Wellington in response to severe flooding in the Canterbury region. On Monday, a state of emergency was declared and hundreds of people had to evacuate or abandon their homes. Air New Zealand said seat-only fares for the new flights between the two destinations were being offered at $100. “We appreciate how difficult it’s been for parts of Canterbury and our customers in the flood-affected areas,” said the airline’s CEO, Greg Foran. “That’s why we are offering them fare flexibility to get to their destinations, including over the holiday weekend. We have also offered to carry essential supplies or emergency personnel helping with the flood response.”<br/>