Volcanic ash from Whakaari/White Island has caused 19 flights to be cancelled. File Photo: GNS
GeoNet's volcanic alert says there is moderate to heightened volcanic unrest on the island.
It's the second time in four months flight have been cancelled in an out of Tauranga because of ash.
Air NZ's chief safety and risk officer Nathan McGraw says they'll reassess conditions this afternoon.
He said affected customers will be rebooked on the next available flight.
More to come.
