G’day mates – Hamilton Airport goes international with Aussies

The champagne corks are popping at Hamilton Airport after officials confirmed the return of direct international flights to Australia – and a potential boost to the Waikato economy.After months of speculation and more than a year of “solid grind” behind the scenes, Hamilton Airport chief executive Mark Morgan said he could now reveal Jetstar will offer travellers three return flights a week between Hamilton and the Gold Coast, and four return flights a week between Hamilton and Sydney.