John WeekesSenior Business Reporter·NZ Herald·21 Aug, 2026 06:08 AM2 mins to read‌NZ Herald Afternoon Headlines | Mauao landslide risk meeting didn’t go ahead and Chris Bishop stands by social housing decision | Friday, August 21, 2026. Video / NZ HeraldAirlines face a very expensive workaround getting their own fuel to Fiji.Air New Zealand is among carriers having to manage fuel restrictions in the island nation.

“Airlines can take their jet fuel to some Pacific island destinations. It is hugely inefficient because what you’re essentially doing is carrying fuel