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flag New Zealand gives Golden Bay Air $1.1 million to keep regional flights running and improve travel links.

flag New Zealand has awarded Golden Bay Air a $1.1 million loan from a $30 million Regional Infrastructure Fund to refinance aircraft debt and cover maintenance, ensuring continued flights between Tākaka, Nelson, Karamea, and Wellington. flag The funding supports vital services including healthcare access, emergency transport, freight movement, and tourism, especially when roads are blocked. flag Additional support will help regional airlines integrate with major carriers’ booking systems via interlining, enabling single-ticket multi-leg travel to improve sustainability. flag Applications for this funding are expected to open soon, with rapid distribution planned.

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