SUNSHINE Coast Destination Limited says its excited at the tourism opportunities that Air New Zealand’s seasonal nonstop service from Auckland (TD yest) will present to the region.
Air NZ will offer twice weekly A320 services to Maroochydore from 01 Jul through to 18 Sep.
Marketing and brand director Veronica Rainbird told Travel Daily that SCDL was looking forward to partnering with Sunshine Coast Airport and Air NZ to develop the destination’s first int’l service.
“This opportunity opens up the Sunshine Coast not only to New Zealand but to international connections,” Rainbird said.
“We’re really excited to promote our ‘Naturally refreshing’ destination to the world, showcasing how diverse and engaging a Sunshine Coast experience can be,” she added.
Pictured at the announcement from left are: Hon. Jan Jarratt Queensland Tourism Minister; Cam Wallace, Air New Zealand gm Australia; Tim Dwyer, deputy mayor Sunshine Coast; and Peter Pallot, gm Sunshine Coast Airport.