Siobhan Downes is a Senior Travel Reporter for Stuff, with a focus on local travel news and destinations in New Zealand, particularly in Wellington. She has also contributed to publications such as Traveller, Nine Digital, and The Sydney Morning Herald, and her articles cover a range of topics including airline disruptions, top travel destinations, and personal travel experiences.
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Siobhan's coverage primarily focuses on travel and tourism, with a particular emphasis on the airline industry and flight disruptions. She also covers topics related to New Zealand and travel tips.
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Air New Zealand says it will have up to four jets out of action at any one time as it deals with engine maintenance issues, impacting around 330,000 passengers.
By: Siobhan Downes
An Air New Zealand flight to Chicago has had to return to Auckland overnight because of a technical issue.
By: Siobhan Downes
Passengers were around four hours into the flight when it was forced to turn back - making for an 11-hour round trip.
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By: Siobhan Downes
Stuff Travel asked Christchurch-born Fiji Airways First Officer Nicola Armstrong to spill the details about life in the cockpit.
By: Siobhan Downes
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