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87-515: Warbirds over Wanaka is a biennial air show in Wānaka , held on the Easter weekend of even-numbered years since 1988. It is held at Wānaka Airport , 10 km south-east of Wānaka, in the southern South Island of New Zealand . Initially conceived by New Zealand live deer recovery pioneer, Sir Tim Wallis , as a show for him to display his collection of World War II aircraft, the event has grown into

174-537: A free-trade agreement , eventually signing a comprehensive agreement in July 2008. It was New Zealand's largest trade deal since the 1983 Closer Economic Relations agreement with Australia. In 2005, following that year's general election , Labour and the Progressive Party renewed their coalition, with confidence and supply arrangements with both New Zealand First and United Future in exchange for giving

261-561: A rugby union match in Wellington . The courts subsequently convicted the drivers involved for driving offences, but appeals resulted in the quashing of these convictions in December 2005 and August 2006. Clark said that she was busy working in the back seat and had no influence or role in the decision to speed and did not realise the speed of her vehicle. In November 2004, Clark announced that negotiations with China had commenced for

348-530: A coalition with Jim Anderton's Progressive Party (a spin-off of the Alliance), with parliamentary confidence and supply coming from United Future , and a good-faith agreement with the Green Party . Michael Cullen , who served as Minister of Finance, was appointed Deputy Prime Minister by Clark, replacing Anderton. I think it's inevitable that New Zealand will become a republic and that would reflect

435-601: A coalition. However, in the lead up to the election, Labour made overtures to the left-wing Alliance . Clark addressed the Alliance's annual conference in August 1998. On polling day Labour returned 49 seats, an increase of 12, ahead of National's 39 seats. The first Clark-led Cabinet linked Labour with the Alliance and supported by the Green Party . Alliance leader Jim Anderton served as Deputy Prime Minister under Clark until 2002. The full ministerial team, and portfolios,

522-462: A contamination of genetically modified corn plants in 2000. A television interview with John Campbell was terminated by Clark when she was taken by surprise by the allegations, which she claimed to have known nothing about prior to the interview. The affair was dubbed " Corngate " by the media. Clark won a second term in the 2002 general election —her party increased both its share of the vote and number of seats. Labour subsequently entered into

609-688: A display with their Red Checkers aerobatic team. A profit of $ 41,000 was made, which was divided between the Wanaka Swimming pool and the next Warbirds event. A more detailed organisation together with increased promotion saw attendance double to 28,000. A feature was Tim Wallis's repaired Spitfire XVI. The star of the show was a Messerschmitt Bf 109 ( Hispano Ha.1112 Buchon ) owned by the Duxford -based Old Flying Machine Company and flown by Mark Hanna. The Alpine Fighter Collection's Curtiss P-40K Kittyhawk made its first post-restoration flight at

696-632: A few stalls on the ground. Air displays can be held during day or night with the latter becoming increasingly popular. Air shows often, but do not always, take place over airfields; some have been held over the grounds of stately homes or castles and over the sea at coastal resorts. The first public international airshow, at which many types of aircraft were displayed and flown, was the Grande Semaine d'Aviation de la Champagne , held Aug. 22–29, 1909 in Reims . This had been preceded by what may have been

783-669: A first for Wanaka. Airshow dates were from 2–4 April. The first display of the McDonnell Douglas F/A-18 Hornets of the RAAF. Another overseas star was the specially-imported Mitsubishi A6M Zero of the Commemorative Air Force . The 2012 airshow was held on April 6, 7, 8. Aircraft displayed that year included a T-6C Texan II , the RNZAF's future main trainer. The Agusta A109 also debuted at

870-518: A large loss of life, such as the 1988 Ramstein air show disaster (70 deaths) in Germany and the 2002 Sknyliv air show disaster (77 deaths) in Ukraine . Because of these accidents, the various aviation authorities around the world have set rules and guidance for those running and participating in air displays. For example, after the breakup of an aircraft at 1952 Farnborough air show (31 deaths),

957-482: A large range of speeds. Manoeuvres include aileron rolls, barrel rolls, hesitation rolls, Cuban-8s, tight turns, high-alpha flight, a high-speed pass, double Immelmans, and touch-and-gos. Tactical demos may include simulated bomb drops, sometimes with pyrotechnics on the ground for effect. Aircraft with special characteristics that give them unique capabilities will often display those in their demos; For example, Russian fighters with thrust vectoring may be used to perform

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1044-416: A major institution. Roads are closed and traffic is detoured around the area during the weekend. Hotels, motels and backpackers around Wānaka are usually booked well in advance (two years ahead). Accommodation is impossible to find if one does not have a booking. A large contingent of historic and contemporary aircraft of note from all over New Zealand and the world converges on Wānaka each second Easter for

1131-612: A number of factors, including the weather and visibility. Most aviation authorities now publish rules and guidance on minimum display heights and criteria for differing conditions. In addition to the weather, pilots and organizers must also consider local airspace restrictions. Most exhibitors will plan "full", "rolling" and "flat" display for varying weather and airspace conditions. The types of shows vary greatly. Some are large scale military events with large flying displays and ground exhibitions while others held at small local airstrips can often feature just one or two hours of flying with just

1218-408: A parade of Packard vintage cars. The opening of the show was marred by an incident involving one of the show's Yak-3 aircraft, with the plane (piloted by its owner, Arthur Dovey), hitting a parked mobile boom-lift unit ( cherry picker ) as it was landing. There were no injuries, but the aircraft sustained major damage. An investigation found the airshow organisers at fault for not adequately briefing

1305-523: A policy of peace-making within the Pacific region. She set herself the task of making New Zealand the first ecologically sustainable nation, describing this as "central to New Zealand's unique national identity". Her government's major policy achievements include the Working for Families package, increasing the minimum wage 5% a year, interest-free student loans, creation of District Health Boards ,

1392-448: A press statement issued by Clark criticising Brownlee, triggered by a constituent's complaint over the outcome of a hip replacement. Clark admitted the criticism was unjustified in that the complication suffered by her constituent was rare, unforeseen and unavoidable. Under Clark's leadership, Labour became the largest party in parliament from 1999 to 2008 . Clark became the second woman to serve as Prime Minister of New Zealand, and

1479-466: A private meeting with President George W. Bush . Most of the agenda for Clark's visit focused on the joint counter-terrorism campaign (dubbed the " War on Terror "). As Opposition Leader in 1998, Clark signed her name to a canvas that had been painted on by another artist. The painting was subsequently auctioned to charity. After the act came to light in April 2002, the opposition National Party referred

1566-449: A public relations exercise to thank the local community, promote military careers and raise the profile of the military. Air "seasons" vary around the world. The United States enjoys a long season that generally runs from March to November, covering the spring, summer, and fall seasons. Other countries often have much shorter seasons. In Japan air shows are generally events held at Japan Air Self-Defense Force bases regularly throughout

1653-414: A record low of 3.6% (in 2005). Clark made every attempt to make sure that gender was not an issue in politics. However, Bryce Edwards states that others did. Clark was portrayed as bloodsucking, cold, and humourless. Clark says herself that when her male counterparts spoke in the media, they looked strong and determined, whereas when she portrayed the same characteristics, the media made it to look like she

1740-708: A regular feature of the airshow since its inception in 1988, made its final display before retiring from service and being replaced by the NH-90 . The airshow took place from 25 to 27 March. A Hispano Aviación HA-1112 from the Aircraft Restoration Company was ferried across for the show. The resident PBY Catalina made its first airshow at Wanaka after a restoration program took place for the aircraft to ensure its airworthiness. The 2018 show took place from March 30 to April 2, with aviation displays by historic and current aircraft from 10 am to 4 pm on both

1827-769: A series of legislative changes that allowed midwives to practice autonomously. She also introduced the Smoke-free Environments Act 1990 , a law which restricted smoking in places such as workplaces and schools. As Deputy Prime Minister, Clark chaired the Cabinet Social Equity Committee and was a member of several other important Cabinet committees , such as the Policy Committee, Economic Development and Employment Committee, and Domestic and External Security Committee. From October 1990 until December 1993 Clark held

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1914-585: A variety of other aeronautical attractions as well, such as wing-walking, radio-controlled aircraft, water/slurry drops from firefighting aircraft, simulated helicopter rescues and sky diving . Specialist aerobatic aircraft have powerful piston engines, light weight and big control surfaces, making them capable of very high roll rates and accelerations. A skilled pilot will be able to climb vertically, perform very tight turns, tumble his aircraft end-over-end and perform manoeuvres during loops. Larger airshows can be headlined by military jet demonstration teams, such as

2001-702: Is Le Bourget , followed by Farnborough , with the Dubai Airshow and Singapore Airshow both claiming third place. The largest air show or fly-in by number of participating aircraft is EAA AirVenture Oshkosh , with approximately 10,000 aircraft participating annually. The biggest military airshow in the world is the Royal International Air Tattoo , at RAF Fairford in England . On the other hand, FIDAE in II Air Brigade of

2088-587: Is a New Zealand politician who served as the 37th prime minister of New Zealand from 1999 to 2008 and was the administrator of the United Nations Development Programme from 2009 to 2017. She was New Zealand's fifth-longest-serving prime minister, and the second woman to hold that office. Clark was brought up on a farm outside Hamilton . She entered the University of Auckland in 1968 to study politics and became active in

2175-400: Is a whole raft of legislation concerning health & safety, in particular corporate manslaughter , which can involve the event organiser being charged with a criminal offence if any of the insurances and risk assessments are not fully completed well in advance of the event. Rules govern the distance from the crowds that aircraft must fly. These vary according to the rating of the pilot/crew,

2262-473: Is traditional for RNZAF aircraft heading to Wānaka for the airshow to perform aerial displays over the cities of Christchurch and Dunedin on their journey to the show. As well as aircraft there were displays of vintage vehicles and agricultural machinery. The event attracted an estimated 14,000 visitors. Among the aircraft was Tim Wallis's Mustang , a Hawker Sea Fury , de Havilland Venom , DC3 and Harvards . The Royal New Zealand Air Force (RNZAF) put on

2349-627: The 2008 election ; Clark resigned as Prime Minister and party leader on 19 November 2008. She was succeeded as prime minister by John Key of the National Party , and as leader of the Labour Party by Phil Goff . Clark resigned from Parliament in April 2009 to become the first female head of the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP). In 2016, she stood for the position of secretary-general of

2436-809: The FACH , next to the Arturo Merino Benítez International Airport in Santiago , Chile , is the largest aerospace fair in Latin America and the Southern Hemisphere . Some airshows are held as a business venture or as a trade event where aircraft, avionics and other services are promoted to potential customers. Many air shows are held in support of local, national or military charities. Military air firms often organise air shows at military airfields as

2523-783: The Fifth Labour Government , which implemented several major economic initiatives including Kiwibank , the New Zealand Superannuation Fund , the New Zealand Emissions Trading Scheme and KiwiSaver . Her government also introduced the Foreshore and Seabed Act 2004 , which caused major controversy . In foreign affairs, Clark sent troops to the Afghanistan War , but did not contribute combat troops to

2610-458: The Iraq War , and ordered deployment to the 2006 East Timorese crisis . She was ranked by Forbes as the 20th-most powerful woman in the world in 2006. She advocated a number of free-trade agreements with major trading partners, including becoming the first developed nation to sign such an agreement with China . After three successive electoral victories, her government was defeated in

2697-492: The Iraq War . Her government did not send combat troops to Iraq, although some medical and engineering units were sent. Clark's foreign policy reflected the priorities of liberal internationalism , especially the promotion of democracy and human rights; the strengthening of the role of the United Nations; the advancement of antimilitarism and disarmament; and the encouragement of free-trade. In March 2003, referring to

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2784-720: The New Zealand Labour Party . After graduating she lectured in political studies at the university. Clark entered local politics in 1974 in Auckland but was not elected to any position. Following one unsuccessful attempt, she was elected to Parliament in 1981 as the member for Mount Albert , an electorate she represented until 2009. Clark held numerous Cabinet positions in the Fourth Labour Government , including minister of housing , minister of health and minister of conservation . She

2871-867: The World Trade Organization . In March 2002, Clark made her first visit to the United States as Prime Minister. She visited "Ground Zero", the former site of the World Trade Center , where the New York City Police Department presented her with a New Zealand flag that had been recovered from the rubble after the September 11 attacks . On 26 March, Clark visited the Pentagon and Washington, D.C. , where she met with American officials, including

2958-478: The breath testing of his partner Robyn, who had driven the car they occupied, by telling the officer "that won't be necessary". Both Doone and the officer involved denied this happened. Doone sued the Sunday Star-Times for defamation in 2005, but the paper revealed they had checked the story with Clark. She confirmed this, but denied that she had made attempts to get Doone to resign and defended being

3045-527: The cobra maneuver or the Kulbit , while VTOL aircraft such as the Harrier may display such vertical capabilities or perform complex maneuvers with them. Some military air shows also feature demonstrations of aircraft ordnance in airstrikes and close air support , using either blanks or live munitions . Air shows may present some risk to spectators and aviators. Accidents have occurred, sometimes with

3132-570: The 1993 election campaign, and accused him of failing to re-brand Labour as a centre-left party which had jettisoned Rogernomics . Clark became the Leader of the Opposition on 1 December 1993. She led the Labour Party in opposition to the National-led government of Jim Bolger (1990–1997) and Jenny Shipley (1997–1999). Clark announced her first shadow cabinet on 13 December 1993, but

3219-617: The 1998 Waitangi Day celebrations, Clark was prevented from speaking on the marae by activist Titewhai Harawira in protest over Clark's being allowed to speak in direct contradiction of traditional Māori protocol. The ensuing argument saw Clark being reduced to tears on national television. In 1999, Clark was involved in a defamation case in the High Court of New Zealand with Auckland orthopaedic surgeon Joe Brownlee, resulting in Clark's making an unreserved apology. The case centred on

3306-671: The 31st and 1st. Participants in the show included displays by U.S. Air Force (USAF) F-16s from the 35th Fighter Wing at Misawa Air Base in Japan, a Harvard display team; RNZAF NH90s; the Kiwi Blue RNZAF Parachute display team; RNZAF C-130 Hercules and Boeing 757 ; the RAAF Hawk 127 high performance jet trainer; The French Air Force of New Caledonia 's CASA; RNZAF Seasprites ; a Yak-52 team formation aerobatic display; Juka aerobatics; USAF C-17 Globemasters;

3393-463: The 9th to the 11th April. Aircraft that were displayed included the return of ex RNZAF P-40E Kittyhawk and an FG-1D Corsair, which accompanied the locally based Spitfire Mk.XVI and P-51D in the final Breitling Fighters display. Jurgis Kairys made his first Wanaka airshow that year and the sole airworthy Lavochkin La-9 flew at the show. Buzz Aldrin was the guest of honour. The 2006 airshow was held over

3480-777: The Defence Select Committee in 1985 to form a single committee. In 1983 she was appointed as Labour's spokesperson for Overseas Aid and Disarmament. In 1987, Clark became a Cabinet minister in the Fourth Labour Government , led by David Lange (1984–1989), Geoffrey Palmer (1989–1990) and Mike Moore (1990). She served as Minister of Conservation from August 1987 until January 1989 and as Minister of Housing from August 1987 until August 1989. She became Minister of Health in January 1989 and took on additional portfolios as Minister of Labour and Deputy Prime Minister in August 1989. As Health Minister, Clark introduced

3567-647: The House of Representatives and Chief Justice —these major offices of state were simultaneously occupied by women between March 2005 and August 2006. As a female head of government , Clark was a member of the Council of Women World Leaders . Clark entered office just three years after the adoption of the Mixed Member Proportional (MMP) voting system , which had produced an unstable National-led government under Bolger and Shipley. Clark negotiated

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3654-538: The National Party in that election. Clark served as a member of Labour's national executive committee from 1978 until September 1988, and again from April 1989. She chaired the University of Auckland Princes Street branch of the Labour Party during her studies, becoming active alongside future Labour politicians including Richard Prebble, David Caygill , Margaret Wilson and Richard Northey . Clark held

3741-1018: The New Zealand Labour Party at the congresses of the Socialist International and of the Socialist International Women in 1976, 1978, 1983 and 1986, at an Asia-Pacific Socialist Organisation Conference held in Sydney in 1981, and at the Socialist International Party Leaders' Meeting in Sydney in 1991. Leader of the Labour Party Leader of the Opposition Prime Minister Administrator of

3828-603: The New Zealand Labour Party for most of her life. In 1971 she assisted Labour candidates to the Auckland City Council , three of whom were elected. Following this, she stood for the Auckland City Council herself in 1974 and 1977 . While generally polling well, she never won a seat, missing out by only 105 votes in the latter. Clark was a junior lecturer in political studies at the University of Auckland from 1973 to 1975. In 1974 she sought

3915-732: The Prime Minister's gesture. The Alliance split in 2002 over the Government's commitment of New Zealand troops to the War in Afghanistan , leading to the imminent dissolution of Labour's coalition with that party. Consequently, Clark called for an early election to be held on 27 July. Political opponents claimed that Clark could have continued to govern, and that a snap election was called to take advantage of Labour's strong position in opinion polls. In opinion surveys conducted during

4002-618: The RNZAF Black Falcons; a re-enacted WWII dogfight and tailchase featuring the Spanish-built Bf 109 , the Buchon HA-1112, Avro Anson , Spitfire, Yak-3 and P-51D; P-40, Avenger, Catalina and DC-3 displays; and jet formation aerobatics from Vampires and L-39s . Other events at the airshow included skydivers, glider and model aircraft displays, a classic 1930s aircraft flypast, a military re-enactment, and

4089-650: The RNZAF including the Black Falcons aerobatic display team and the US American Eagles Jet Display Team. Notable aircraft at the airshow included an RNZAF de Havilland Mosquito , a restored RNZAF P-51 Mustang, a new RNZAF P-8A Poseidon , several RNZAF C-130 Hercules planes and several USAF F-16s. About 64,800 people attended the airshow, generating over NZ$ 40 million for the local economy. Airshow The largest air show measured by number of exhibitors and size of exhibit space

4176-490: The UN Development Programme General elections Cultural depictions Clark did not contest the 1978 election , but in 1980 she put her name forward to replace long serving MP Warren Freer in the safe Labour seat of Mount Albert . She beat six other contenders including electorate chairman Keith Elliot, former MP Malcolm Douglas and future MP Jack Elder for the nomination. Clark

4263-665: The US-led coalition's actions in Iraq, Clark told the newspaper The Sunday Star-Times that, "I don't think that 11 September under a Gore presidency would have had this consequence for Iraq." She later sent a letter to Washington apologising for any offence that her comment may have caused. On 17 July 2004, a motorcade involving police, Diplomatic Protection Squad , and Ministerial Services staff reached speeds of up to 172 km/h when taking Clark and Cabinet Minister Jim Sutton from Waimate to Christchurch Airport so she could attend

4350-530: The United Nations , but was unsuccessful. She left her UNDP administrator post on 19 April 2017 at the end of her second four-year term and was succeeded by Achim Steiner . In 2019, Clark became the patron of the Helen Clark Foundation . Clark was the eldest of four daughters of a farming family at Te Pahu , west of Hamilton, in the Waikato . Her mother, Margaret McMurray, of Irish birth,

4437-605: The United States Navy Blue Angels , United States Air Force Thunderbirds , Royal Canadian Air Force Snowbirds , Royal Air Force Red Arrows , and Swiss Air Force Patrouille Suisse , among many others. Solo military demos, also known as tactical demos, feature one aircraft. The demonstration focuses on the capabilities of modern military aircraft . The display will usually demonstrate the aircraft's very short (and often very loud) rolls, fast speeds, slow approach speeds, as well as their ability to quickly make tight turns, to climb quickly, and their ability to be precisely controlled at

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4524-448: The abolition of appeals to the Privy Council in London and the foundation of the Supreme Court of New Zealand ; the abolition of titular knighthood and damehood honours (restored in 2009); and the abolition of the title " Queen's Counsel " (replaced by " Senior Counsel ", restored in 2012). In 2003, Clark criticised the Invasion of Iraq without an explicit United Nations mandate, and her government opposed New Zealand military action in

4611-467: The air show. Numerous aviation personalities from all over the world attend Warbirds over Wanaka, Gen Chuck Yeager and Buzz Aldrin being the most notable of recent times. The mainstays of the display have traditionally been the aircraft from Sir Tim's Alpine Fighter Collection , based at the New Zealand Fighter Pilots' Museum. However, this collection is currently (2006) in the process of being broken up. A new charitable trust has been established to run

4698-449: The election campaign, Clark scored high approval ratings and was far ahead of other party leaders as "preferred Prime Minister". A major issue during the 2002 election campaign was the end of a moratorium on genetic engineering , strongly opposed by the rival Green Party . The debate was reignited when investigative journalist Nicky Hager published a book, Seeds of Distrust , in which he alleged that Clark's government had covered up

4785-417: The election in October 1996, but Clark remained as Opposition leader. Clark was seen as having convincingly won the election debates which led to Labour doing better than predicted. Shortly before the election she also achieved a rapprochement with Moore (who was previously thinking of setting up his own party ) who accepted the foreign affairs and overseas trade portfolios, calming internal tensions. During

4872-417: The event in the future. At Easter on the alternate (odd) years a similar air show is held at Omaka air field in Blenheim in the northern South Island, under the title of Classic Fighters . Its emphasis is on World War I aircraft including as many as seven Fokker Dr.I triplanes. Also on alternate (odd) years Wings over Wairarapa airshow is held at Hood Aerodrome , Masterton , in the North Island . It

4959-417: The expansion of the 1965 memo of ANZUS understanding for the resupply of weapons to New Zealand to include nuclear weapon resupply. During her first term in the House (1981–1984), Clark became a member of the Statutes Revision Committee. In her second term (1984–1987), she chaired the Select committee on Foreign Affairs and the Select Committee on Disarmament and Arms Control, both of which combined with

5046-520: The first ever gathering of enthusiasts, June 28 – July 19 of the same year at the airfield at La Brayelle , near Douai . Before World War II , air shows were associated with long-distance air races, often lasting many days and covering thousands of miles. While the Reno Air Races keep this tradition alive, most air shows today primarily feature a series of aerial demos of short duration. Most air shows feature warbirds , aerobatics, and demonstrations of modern military aircraft, and many air shows offer

5133-426: The first to have won office at an election. She also served as the Minister for Arts, Culture and Heritage throughout her premiership. She had additional ministerial responsibility for the New Zealand Security Intelligence Service (NZSIS) and for Ministerial Services. During her period in office, women held a number of prominent elected and appointed offices in New Zealand, such as the Governor-General , Speaker of

5220-541: The formation of successive coalition governments . Political scientist Bryce Edwards identified Clark's ability to lead stable governments as her most significant achievement, arguing that her ability to work with a variety of coalition partners—including the Alliance , Jim Anderton's Progressive Party , Green , United Future and New Zealand First —consolidated public support for MMP. Clark's particular interests included social policy and international affairs. A strong supporter of nuclear disarmament , Clark pursued

5307-697: The ground. To gain such authorisations, the pilots will have to demonstrate to an examiner that they can perform to those limits without endangering themselves, ground crew or spectators. Despite display rules and guidances, accidents have continued to happen. However, air show accidents are rare and where there is proper supervision air shows have impressive safety records. Each year, organizations such as International Council of Air Shows and European Airshow Council meet and discuss various subjects including air show safety where accidents are discussed and lessons learned. Helen Clark Helen Elizabeth Clark ONZ SSI PC (born 26 February 1950)

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5394-414: The introduction of a number of tax credits , overhauling the secondary school qualifications by introducing NCEA , and the introduction of fourteen weeks’ parental leave. Commentators praised Clark (along with Michael Cullen , the Minister of Finance ) for overseeing a period of sustained and stable economic growth , with an increase in employment that saw a gradual lowering of the unemployment rate to

5481-586: The investigation; a claim that Carter denied. Clark backed her MP, referring to Yelash as a "murderer" when he had in fact been convicted of manslaughter , a less serious offence. Yelash sued Clark for defamation, resulting in an out-of-court settlement. In April 2001, Clark met with Chinese President Jiang Zemin during an official visit to Beijing. Jiang referred to the Prime Minister as an "old friend". He stated that China hoped to "establish bilateral long-term and stable overall cooperative relations [with New Zealand]". Clark strongly supported China's entry into

5568-458: The leaders of those parties ministerial positions outside Cabinet. Greens were excluded from the resulting coalition, due to a refusal by United Future and NZ First to work with the Greens in cabinet. They were, however, able to negotiate a cooperation agreement which saw limited input into the budget and broad consultation on policy. Both co-leaders were appointed as government spokespeople outside cabinet, responsible for Energy Efficiency and for

5655-453: The matter to the Police . A police report found evidence for a prima facie case of forgery, but determined that it was not in the public interest to prosecute Clark. In June 2002, Clark apologised on behalf of New Zealand for aspects of the country's treatment of Samoa during the colonial era . Clark's apology was made in Apia during the 40th anniversary of Samoa's independence and televised live to New Zealand where Samoans applauded

5742-418: The nomination for the Auckland Central electorate, but lost to Richard Prebble . She instead stood for Piako , a National safe seat. Clark studied abroad on a University Grants Committee post-graduate scholarship in 1976, and then lectured in political studies at Auckland again while undertaking her PhD (which she never completed) from 1977 until her election to Parliament in 1981 . Her father supported

5829-679: The ousted Moore refused any portfolios. There were frequent changes after several party defections took place during the parliamentary term in the lead up to the new MMP voting system. At one reshuffle, in June 1995, Clark herself took the shadow foreign affairs portfolio. The Labour Party rated poorly in opinion polls in the run-up to the 1996 general election , and Clark suffered from a low personal approval rating. At one point polls suggested that New Zealand First of Winston Peters would even poll 30% and Labour would be beaten into third place. However, she survived an attempted leadership coup by senior members who favoured Phil Goff . Labour lost

5916-427: The pilot regarding the runway obstructions. The 2020 airshow was to take place over 10–12 April. Aircraft planned to appear included one of the Polikarpov I-16s that was rebuilt in the 1990s by Sir Tim Wallis. Another aircraft that was scheduled to appear was a Boeing B-52 Stratofortress that would flyover Wanaka on Sunday on its way to Australia from Guam, making the type's airshow debut in New Zealand. On March 15 it

6003-425: The positions of president of the Labour Youth Council, executive member of the party's Auckland Regional Council, secretary of the Labour Women's Council and member of the Policy Council. In 1980 she stood as a candidate for the position of junior vice-president. However, on the second day of the party conference, she withdrew her candidacy, allowing union secretary Dan Duggan to be elected unopposed. She represented

6090-435: The posts of Deputy Leader of the Opposition, Shadow spokesperson for Health and Labour, and member of the Social Services Select Committee and of the Labour Select Committee. After the National Party won the 1993 general election with a majority of one seat, Clark successfully challenged Mike Moore for the leadership of the parliamentary party. She was particularly critical of Moore for delivering blurred messages during

6177-406: The reality that New Zealand is a totally sovereign-independent 21st century nation 12,000 miles from the United Kingdom A republican , Clark stated in 2002 that she thought it was "inevitable" that New Zealand would become a republic in the near future. Her term in office saw a number of alleged moves in this direction, under her government's policy of building national identity . Examples include

6264-469: The separation between display and spectators was increased. Air displays are often monitored by aviation authorities to ensure safe procedures. In the United Kingdom, local authorities will first need to approve any application for an event to which the public is admitted. The first priority must be to arrange insurance cover and details can be obtained from local authorities. An added complication

6351-532: The show as the RNZAF's replacement for the Sioux helicopter. A pair of Strikemasters appeared at the show and two Spitfires were displayed also. A recently imported Grumman Avenger flew at Wanaka and a Hawker Hunter took part, as well as a Boeing 777 belonging to Air New Zealand performing a display on the Sunday. The airshow took place from 18–20 April. The RNZAF Bell UH-1H Iroquois helicopter, which had been

6438-486: The show, also flown by Mark Hanna. The star attractions were a Mitsubishi Zero replica and a Corsair , among 11 aircraft types new to the event. The Saturday event was tragically marred by the death of pilot Ian Reynolds while displaying his de Havilland Canada DHC-1 Chipmunk . The public flying debut of the Alpine Fighter Collection's Hawker Hurricane P3351 and three Polikarpov I-153s . This

6525-464: The source as "by definition I cannot leak". Clark also responded by saying that National supporters had funded Doone's defamation-suit. Opinion on the significance of this incident varied. In 2000, Labour MP Chris Carter investigated the background of one of Clark's Cabinet colleagues, Māori Affairs Minister Dover Samuels , regarding allegations of historic statutory rape . Ex-convict John Yelash claimed that Carter had approached him to help with

6612-491: The type of aircraft and the way the aircraft is being flown. For instance, slower, lighter aircraft are usually allowed closer and lower to the crowd than larger, faster types. Also, a fighter jet flying straight and level will be able to do so closer to the crowd and lower than if it were performing a roll or a loop. Pilots can get authorizations for differing types of displays (e.g., limbo flying, basic aerobatics to unlimited aerobatics) and to differing minimum base heights above

6699-561: The weekend of April 14–16. For the first time an F-111 of the Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) took part in the flying display. A record 111,000 people were estimated to have attended. The 2008 air show was held over the weekend of March 21–23. 86,000 people were estimated to have attended. The F-111 returned and was the last year featuring the Polikarpovs. The RAAF also brought in their new C-17 Globemaster ,

6786-637: The weekend. Another "star" aircraft planned to appear included the Polikarpov I-16 which had remained in the country after the cancellation of the 2020 event. The country's government changed the COVID "traffic light" alert level to "Red" nationwide on 23 January and the following day the airshow's organisers announced that the 2022 show would be cancelled. The 2024 airshow was announced in October 2022 and took place between 29 and 31 March 2024 Elements of

6873-405: The year. The European season usually starts in late April or Early May and is usually over by mid October. The Middle East , Australia , and New Zealand hold their events between January and March. However, for many acts, the "off-season" does not mean a period of inactivity; pilots and performers use this time for maintenance and practice. The type of displays seen at shows are constrained by

6960-516: Was "tough" and "nagging." In 2006 Clark was 20th in Forbes magazine's ranking of the world's 100 most powerful women . By the time she left office in 2008 this had fallen to 56th. The 1999 general election produced a historic moment for New Zealand; for the first time, two women, Clark and Shipley, campaigned against each other as leaders of the country's two major parties. Clark repeatedly stated her desire to "govern alone" rather than as part of

7047-630: Was a primary school teacher. Her father, George, was a farmer. Clark studied at Te Pahu Primary School, at Epsom Girls' Grammar School in Auckland and at the University of Auckland , where she majored in politics and graduated with an MA (Honours) in 1974. Her thesis focused on rural political behaviour and representation. As a teenager Clark became politically active, protesting against the Vietnam War and campaigning against foreign military bases in New Zealand. Clark has worked actively in

7134-662: Was also the last display of the RNZAF A-4 Skyhawk fighter jets and also the Aermacchi MB-339CB Black Falcons display team, due to the disbandment of 75 Squadron and 14 Squadron by the Labour Government under Helen Clark . Four Polikarpovs participated in the flying display. Three of them were Polikarpov I-16 monoplanes and the fourth a Polikarpov I-153 Chaika. The 2004 airshow attracted an estimated 99,000 people over

7221-546: Was announced on 9 December—12 days after the election—and the new government was sworn in the following day. The coalition partners pioneered " agree to disagree " procedures to manage policy differences. Such procedures lessened the chances of Cabinet becoming publicly divided and running the risk of losing the confidence of the House of Representatives . In January 2000, the then Police Commissioner , Peter Doone , resigned after The Sunday Star-Times alleged he had prevented

7308-548: Was announced that the 2020 show would be cancelled due to the COVID-19 pandemic . This marked the first time in the event's history that a show had been cancelled. The 2022 airshow was to take place from 15–17 April. A highlight of the programme was to be the New Zealand airshow debut of the Lockheed Martin F-35 Lightning II , with an example from the RAAF scheduled to perform flying displays over

7395-604: Was duly elected to the New Zealand House of Representatives in the 1981 general election , as one of eight female members in the 40th Parliament . In winning the Mount Albert electorate in Auckland , she became the second woman elected to represent an Auckland electorate, and the seventeenth woman elected to the New Zealand Parliament. Her first parliamentary intervention, on taking her seat

7482-633: Was on 12 April 1982 to give notice, she would move a motion condemning the US Navy's deployment of nuclear cruise missiles in the Pacific Two weeks later in her maiden speech, with unusual emphasis on defence policy and the arms race, Clark again condemned the deployment of cruise, Pershing and SS20 and the global ambitions of both superpowers navies, but claimed the Soviet admirals did not plough New Zealand's waters and expressed particular concern about

7569-435: Was the 11th deputy prime minister of New Zealand from 1989 to 1990 serving under prime ministers Geoffrey Palmer and Mike Moore . After Labour's narrow defeat in the 1993 election , Clark challenged Moore for leadership of the party and won, becoming the leader of the Opposition . Following the 1999 election , Labour formed a governing coalition, and Clark was sworn in as prime minister on 10 December 1999. Clark led

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