Auckland Airport warns passengers to expect delays as holidays start

Auckland Airport and biosecurity officials have apologised for the delays passengers have been experiencing at our biggest international gateway. And as the school holidays kick off, they're asking for patience as the pressure ramps up. 15,000 passengers are expected to pass through Auckland airport tomorrow at the start of a very busy two weeks. This week, passengers have complained about long queues to get through the system. The airport and authorities say passenger numbers are back to pre-covid levels and the high number of flight arrivals combined with staff shortages due to illness have caused the delays. Kathryn speaks with Chief Operations Officer at Auckland Airport, Chloe Surridge, and Mike Inglis, Northern Regional Commissioner, Biosecurity New Zealand.