Thousands To Bag A Surprise As Air New Zealand Celebrates New Everyday Rewards Loyalty Partnership With Grocery Giveaway

Customers at every domestic airport that Air New Zealand flies to will have more than just luggage to collect at baggage claim as the airline surprises thousands of Kiwi customers with free groceries.

The nationwide giveaway marks the launch of Air New Zealand’s new loyalty partnership with Woolworths' Everyday Rewards, offering customers fresh ways to earn Airpoints Dollars™ through their everyday shopping.

Starting 2 December, members of Air New Zealand’s Airpoints™ programme can convert their Everyday Rewards points into Airpoints Dollars, making it easier than ever to get closer to their next getaway. With 2,000 Everyday Rewards points equating to 15 Airpoints Dollars, this new partnership opens doors to faster and more rewarding travel opportunities.

Air New Zealand Chief Executive Officer Greg Foran says the airline isthrilled to offer its customers even more ways to grow their Airpoints Dollars.

“We’re always looking for new and exciting ways to enhance our loyalty offering and experiences for customers. Providing more ways to grow their Airpoints Dollar balance is something our customers want, so it’s terrific to be able to introduce this partnership. It means our 4.7 million Airpoints members can get a little bit closer to that dream getaway, even while doing their grocery run.

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“Thousands of customers travelling on the network today could enjoy a free bag of groceries from baggage claim to take home. It’s a small token of our appreciation for their loyalty and a celebration of this important new partnership. Some lucky travellers will even win an extra surprise in the form of Airpoints Dollars inside their grocery bag.”

For every bag of groceries given away today, Air New Zealand will be making an equal-value donation to a local food bank in every region. Travellers will also find grocery donation stations set up at all airports, providing an opportunity to pay it forward.

Everyday Rewards New Zealand Director Mark Burger says the partnership aligns perfectly with Kiwi preferences for meaningful, travel-focused rewards.

“Our research shows that Kiwi customers value rewards that bring them closer to booking that next trip, whether it’s for a long-awaited holiday or a chance to see family and friends. By partnering with Air New Zealand, we’re thrilled to offer members a valuable pathway to convert Airpoints Dollars and put them towards their next journey. We believe this partnership will be a game-changer.”

Converting Everyday Rewards points to Airpoints is easy. Members simply need to be enrolled in both programs and select Airpoints as their reward choice when redeeming their Everyday Rewards points.

Everyday Rewards joins over 40 Airpoints partners nationwide, including Mitre 10, New World, Liqourland, Smith's City, Pet Direct and more, where members can earn Airpoints Dollars.

About Air New Zealand

Air New Zealand’s story started in 1940, first taking to the skies between Auckland and Sydney on a flying boat - a Short S30. Known for its warm Kiwi hospitality, today, the airline has operating aircraft ranging from Boeing 787-9 Dreamliners and Airbus A320s to ATRs and Q300s, offering customers comfort in the latest most efficient jets and turboprops. It’s a modern fuel-efficient fleet with an average age of 8.7 years. Air New Zealand’s global network of passenger and cargo services centres around New Zealand. In 2023, the airline flew more than 16 million passengers. Air New Zealand was named 2024 World's Safest Airline by the Australian rating service AirlineRatings.com, highlighting the airline’s laser-focus on safety and won Best Corporate Reputation in New Zealand in 2023 – the 9th year in a row.

Air New Zealand has a well-connected domestic business, connecting customers and cargo to 20 different regions around New Zealand. Internationally, the airline has direct flights to major cities across Australia, Asia, the Pacific Islands and the US, and through its strong relationships with alliance partners, offers customers more choice and convenience to connect further afield to hundreds of destinations. Air New Zealand has a particular focus on sustainability and its Sustainability Frameworkhelps guide the airline’s efforts in tackling some of New Zealand's and the world's most complex challenges. Airpoints, Air New Zealand’s loyalty programme, is seen as the most valuable loyalty programme in New Zealand with more than 4 million members. It allows members to earn AirpointsDollars™ and Status Points for VIP benefits in the air and on the ground. Air New Zealand aircraft are proudly identified by its distinct tail livery of the Mangōpare, the Māori symbol of the hammerhead shark which represents strength, tenacity, and resilience.

About Star Alliance

Established in 1997 as the first truly global airline alliance, the Star Alliance network was founded on a customer value proposition of global reach, worldwide recognition, and seamless service. Since its inception, it has offered the largest and most comprehensive airline network, with a strong emphasis on enhancing the customer experience throughout the entire Alliance journey.

The member airlines are: Aegean Airlines, Air Canada, Air China, Air India, Air New Zealand, ANA, Asiana Airlines, Austrian, Avianca, Brussels Airlines, Copa Airlines, Croatia Airlines, EGYPTAIR, Ethiopian Airlines, EVA Air, LOT Polish Airlines, Lufthansa, Shenzhen Airlines, Singapore Airlines, South African Airways, SWISS, TAP Air Portugal, THAI, Turkish Airlines, and United.

Overall, the Star Alliance network currently offers 17,500 daily flights to over 1,150 airports in 189 countries. Further connecting flights are offered by Star Alliance Connecting Partner Juneyao Airlines.

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