AOT New Zealand

14/03/2020

VERY IMPORTANT MESSAGE FOR OUR GLOBAL AGENTS WITH NZ ARRIVALS FOR THE NEXT MONTH.

Kia ora,



Further to previous information regarding the restriction on travel into New Zealand the Government have this evening announced increased measures which will come into force at midnight tomorrow (Sunday 15th March), and will be relevant for anyone arriving after that.



The new guidelines are a means to prevent New Zealand from experiencing a spread of the Covid-19 virus and mean that everyone arriving into the country will be required to register with Healthline (‪0800 358 5453‬) and then self-isolate for 14 days. This will be valid for 16 days, when it will be reviewed further and possibly extended.



NZ Immigration hasn’t been updated as yet - but some information is below on the Ministry of Health website:



https://www.health.govt.nz/our-work/diseases-and-conditions/covid-19-novel-coronavirus/covid-19-novel-coronavirus-health-advice-general-public/covid-19-novel-coronavirus-countries-and-areas-concern



As this is an evolving situation and we are awaiting more details, we can update you further as we receive information.



https://www.tvnz.co.nz/one-news/new-zealand/everyone-entering-new-zealand-required-isolate-cruise-ships-banned



With this news our mutual clients would not be able to enjoy New Zealand freely so we would advise that their best option would be not to travel - but perhaps postpone their trip until we are beyond the effects of Covid-19



Many thanks

Karen





Karen Joyce
General Manager NZ

ATS Pacific
ATS Pacific NZ
Level 5, Chorus House
66 Wyndham Street
Auckland 1010 New Zealand

Phone: ‪+64 9 918 7120‬
Fax: ‪+64 9 918 7148‬
Mail: [email protected]
Web: http://www.atspacific.co.nz

Countries and territories that are areas of concern for COVID-19.

18/02/2020

Yay for exciting new hotels coming our way! We all love a bit of inventory right?!

05/02/2020

SOUTH ISLAND STATE HIGHWAYS ADVISORY: FINAL UPDATE: 10AM, FRI 7 FEB

THIS POST WILL NO LONGER BE UPDATED OR MONITORED - FOR THE LATEST UPDATES GO TO THE NEW POST HERE:
https://www.facebook.com/nztasouthisland/photos/a.599679350116452/2705938632823836

OTAGO

• SH6 FRANKTON TO KINGSTON & KINGSTON TO FIVE RIVERS JUNC. - FLOODING – The road is now OPEN, following flooding in the area, with various speed restrictions in place. Slips and concerns regarding rockfall remain.

• SH8 ROXBURGH - FLOODING - there are multiple Stop/Go traffic management sites with 30km/h speed restrictions in place.

• SH90 WAIKOIKOI TO TAPANUI – FLOODING – The road is now OPEN from the intersection of Koi Rd to Station, with a 30 km/h temporary speed limit in place.

SOUTHLAND

• SH1 MATAURA TO GORE - FLOODING - The road between Glendhu Rd and Charlton Rd is now OPEN with a 30km/h temporary speed restriction in place.

• SH6 Kingston to Lumsden – FLOODING - Road is now OPEN with various speed restrictions in place.

• SH6 MAKAREWA JUNCTION, MAKAREWA RIVER BRIDGE - FLOODING - The road is now OPEN under STOP/GO.

• SH93 CLINTON TO MATAURA – FLOODING - This road is now OPEN.

Please take extra care along this route.

• SH94 GORE TO MANDEVILLE – Flooding has receded and the road is now OPEN, with a 30Km/h speed restriction in place.

• SH94 MILFORD TO TE ANAU, CASCASDE CREEK TO CHASM - FLOODING - ROAD CLOSED with extensive damage. Expected to remain closed until at least Wed 12th Feb. Opening to Cascade Creek 4pm Thu 13th and to Divide or Hollyford Turnoff by Fri 14th Feb. (Dependent on weather and other factors)

• SH96 TE TIPUA TO MATAURA – Flooding has receded and the road is now OPEN.

• SH99 MAKAREWA BRIDGE, WALLACETOWN - FLOODING - The road between Steel Rd and Ryal Bush-Wallacetown Rd is now OPEN, with a 30 km/h temporary speed restriction.

For further information overnight related to incidents on the State Highways in the South Island region, please visit our Traffic and Travel Map: journeys.nzta.govt.nz/traffic

For updates on local roads, check with your local Council. See a list here: journeys.nzta.govt.nz/canterbury/traffic-update/747160.

16/01/2020

Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency is advising road users that SH73 between Arthurs Pass and Turiwhate will be closed overnight Sunday 19th January and Monday 20st January from 9pm to 6am.

31/12/2019

Happy New Year! We can’t believe 2019 is already over!

To everyone we have had the pleasure of working with over the past year whether you are an agent, supplier or client, thank you so much for all your amazing support. We look forward to working with you in 2020!

24/12/2019

Meri Kirihimete from all of us at AOT NZ! Wishing you all a wonderful holiday season!

23/12/2019

One more sleep until Christmas! Just a quick reminder from everyone at AOT to travel safe over this Christmas break as everyone tries to make it home for Christmas! Please keep up to date with the latest updates on https://www.journeys.nzta.govt.nz/traffic

22/12/2019

Before we all put our feet up and fire up the barbie over the Christmas break, just a quite reminder that our holiday office hours are as follows:

The Product Department will operate on skeleton staff from Monday 23 December 2019 to Monday 06 January 2020 and will be closed on the following dates:

- Wednesday 25 December 2019
- Thursday 26 December 2019
- Wednesday 01 January 2020
- Thursday 02 January 2020

The New Zealand FIT Reservations Team will be closed on the following dates:

- Wednesday 25 December 2019
- The Reservation teams will be operating on skeleton staff on Thursday 26 December 2019.
- Wednesday 01 January 2020

The New Zealand Groups Reservations Team will be closed on the following dates:

- Wednesday 25 December 2019
- Thursday 26 December 2019
- Wednesday 01 January 2020
- Thursday 02 January 2020

For emergencies, Reservations can be reached on the after hours’ phones over these days for urgent matters.

19/12/2019

Wohoo! Happy Friday and Merry Christmas!

16/12/2019

Just a friendly reminder that this page is not monitored - if you need help or have any queries regarding your travel arrangements, please contact our reservations team on +64 9 925 2110. They are available 24 hours a day, 365 days of the year for anything you may need help with!

11/12/2019

*Road Closures Update*

WEST COAST – SOUTH ISLAND
The New Zealand Transport Agency has made great progress with State Highway 6 (SH6) and it is now only the section between Harihari and Whataroa that remains closed. The estimated reopening date is Christmas.
The section of SH6 between Franz Josef and Fox Glacier will be open from 8:00am daily and close overnight from 8:00pm. Repair work is still underway, caution is advised whilst travelling this route.
The Section of SH6 between Fox Glacier and Haast is now open and caution is advised due to slips and washouts.

CANTERBURY – SOUTH ISLAND
State Highway One is now open and operational. The road is open at the Rangitata River Bridge. There is a 30km/h temporary speed restriction in place due to an uneven surface. Road users are advised to take extra care when travelling along this route.

Please note our teams are monitoring the situation and working on relocating clients that are due to be in the region between now and the estimated opening date. If you have any questions regarding specific bookings or would like a list of your bookings affected please contact our Reservations team via email [email protected]. They are currently working on files due to travel to the West Coast on 18th December 2019.

The next update on the roads will come out when the road completely reopens or if the situation changes due to bad weather.