PremiumJohn WeekesSenior Business Reporter·NZ Herald·15 Aug, 2026 08:25 AM4 mins to read‌NZ Herald Afternoon Headlines | Karanga-a-Hape station opens to the public today and police are investigating a child's death | Saturday, August 15, 2026. Video / NZ HeraldAir traffic controllers are facing more questions after a series of near-misses at Sydney Airport.On August 7, delays affecting some New Zealand flights were blamed on air traffic control staff shortages.

Air traffic control agency Airservices Australia hit back then at what it called criticism from airlines, media and