Air New Zealand short-haul cabin crew cancel Christmas strike

Sunday 14 December 2025 · 3 outlets · 3 reports · updated Sun 14 Dec 2025, 8:48pm

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More than 400 Air New Zealand staff have withdrawn their strike notice originally planned for 18 December. The short-haul cabin crew, who work domestic, Tasman and Pacific routes, reached an agreement in principle with the airline. This avoids potential disruptions during the Christmas period.

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1. RNZSun 14 Dec 2025, 8:05pm

   Air NZ cabin crews call off strike before Christmas (opens in new tab)

2. NZ HeraldSun 14 Dec 2025, 8:42pm

   Air New Zealand cabin crew call off Christmas strike after deal reached (opens in new tab)

3. Otago Daily TimesSun 14 Dec 2025, 8:48pm

   Air NZ cabin crews call off pre-Christmas strike (opens in new tab)