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Attempted merger

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Attempted merger
In 2003 the Commerce Commission rejected a proposed merger between Qantas and Air New Zealand. The Commerce Commission is a watchdog body that attempts to ensure there is enough market competition to favour the consumer. They felt the proposed deal would damage competition and lead to higher air fares.

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Gary Hawke, Large companies – Large companies, 1900 to 1980, Te Ara – the Encyclopedia of New Zealand, https://teara.govt.nz/en/photograph/25960/attempted-merger (accessed 4 June 2026).

Story by Gary Hawke, published 2 March 2010.