Air New Zealand Limited announced that Chief Corporate Affairs Officer Mat Bolland will leave Air New Zealand on 31 July, as part of a wider review of costs being undertaken by the airline. Mr. Bolland joined Air New Zealand in May 2021, helping the airline navigate its recovery from Covid and establishing enduring relationships with government, regulatory and media stakeholders during one the most challenging periods in its history. Chief Sustainability Officer Kiri Hannifin will commence a consolidated role of Chief Sustainability & Corporate Affairs Officer from 24 June while Mat will continue to consult to Air New Zealand until 31 July to complete some key initiatives.

Kiri has over 20 years' experience working in communications and corporate affairs, including 7 years leading these portfolios at Countdown Supermarkets.