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Joint Statement from the VATSIM Founders & Board of Governors

New Positions Page and Airspace Search

Several new features have been added to the VATNZ site, including a new Positions page, and an Airspace Search widget.

VATNZ Mailing List Changes

VATNZ is changing Mailing List systems. Current subscribers will have to opt-in to the new system to continue receiving our mails.

VATNZ wins all three Iron Mic awards

VATNZ Controllers win all three Iron Mic awards for Week 40, 2018

Cross the Ditch 16

Sunday June 16 2019 0600-0200 NZST

Christchurch → Sydney → Queenstown →
Gold Coast → Wellington → Melbourne

VATNZ Discord Server Now Available

The Official VATNZ Discord server is now available for use by all VATNZ Division Members and Website Users.

VATNZ Achievements Now Live

We are pleased to announce the launch of VATNZ Achievements.

Audio for VATSIM Launch Date Announced

VATSIM have announced that the new audio system for flying and controlling on the VATSIM network will go live on Tuesday 15 October NZ time.

VATNZ Airspace Changes - October 14 2019

VATNZ is making a number of changes to its airspace and ATC Positions effective 9am on Monday October 14 2019 NZDT.

Audio for VATSIM Now Live

The new Audio for VATSIM platform is now live. All users are reminded that they need to have updated their atc/pilot software to the latest versions to connect to the network.

Controlling on Multiple Frequencies only Permitted for Enroute Controllers Extending Coverage

Controllers in the VATNZ Airspace must only control aircraft on their primary frequency, unless they are an Enroute Controller extending coverage into another Enroute sector.

Cross the Ditch 17

Sunday December 15 2019 0600-0200 NZDT

Wellington → Brisbane → Wellington → Avalon → Wellington → Canberra

VATATIS

VATNZ is pleased to announce that VATATIS is now available for use online.

Cross the Ditch 18

Sunday June 21 2020 0600-0200 NZST

Auckland → Port Vila → Hamilton →
Hobart → Christchurch → Adelaide

New Training Team and Board Restructure Announced

The Board has announced changes to the division's Controller Training Programme, appointing Cam Tyson and Oliver Holmwood to the newly created Training Syllabus Director and Controller Operations Director roles respectively.

Cross the Ditch 19

Sunday December 6 2020 0600-0200 NZDT

Gold Coast & Melbourne ⟷ Queenstown & Wellington

Airspace Changes - AIRAC 2014

Introduction of new VATNZ positions and changes to airspace.

[NOTAM] Queenstown Airspace/Procedures Change

Queenstown Airspace/Procedures Change

Release of the VATNZ Feedback System

The VATNZ Board is happy to announce the launch of the VATNZ Feedback system for general use.

Minor Changes to Queenstown Frequencies

From the 25th of March, Queenstown Ground and Delivery stations will swap! Ground will become an Events only position, with Delivery becoming a Secondary position.

Withdrawal of VRC as a supported Controller Client

Due to the VRC Client reaching its' End of Life, VATNZ has officially withdrawn support for the software.

Cross the Ditch 20

Sunday June 13 2021 0600-0200 NZST

Christchurch → Hobart → Palmy/Ohakea →
Brisbane → Auckland → Sydney

New Assistant to the Training Director Announced

The VATNZ Board and the Training Director are happy to announce the appointment of James Ford-Hathaway to the new role of Assistant to the Training Director.

Expressions of interest for the Operations Team

The VATNZ Operations Department is looking for volunteers to assist in the management of VATNZ Airspace.

New Pacific Oceanic Agreement

The VATNZ Board is happy to announce that VATUSA, VATPAC and VATNZ have come together to form a new Pacific Oceanic Agreement. This agreement supersedes the Pacific Oceanic Partnership, which has been dissolved as of 23 September 2021.

Discord Updates and Improvements

The VATNZ Board are pleased to announce that a number of changes will be happening shortly to the Discord server. Read more about the changes.

Cross the Ditch 21

Sunday December 5 2021 0600-0200 NZDT

Noumea → Cairns → Queenstown/Christchurch →
Avalon/Melbourne → Wellington → Gold Coast

Release of the Standard Route Tool

The Operations Team is pleased to release the Standard Route Tool - a tool that allows users to search through New Zealand's Standard Routes, and copy them into their Controller Client.

Assignment of procedures within the New Zealand FIR

Clarification regarding the assignment of Standard Instrument Departures (SIDs) within the New Zealand Domestic FIR.

VATNZ Appoints Our First Community Engagement Director

VATNZ is pleased to announce the appointment of our inaugural Community Engagement Director.

VATNZ Announces New ATC Training Team

VATNZ is thrilled to announce the new Training Director and Assistant to the Training Director

Cross the Ditch 22

Sunday June 12 06:00 - 00:00 NZST
Melbourne ⟷ Auckland ⟷ Nadi

VATNZ Appoints new Events Director

VATNZ appoints a new Events Director

Cross the Ditch 23

Sunday December 4th / 06:00 - 00:00 NZDT
Wellington → Brisbane → Dunedin →
Canberra → Christchurch → Newcastle

VATNZ Discord Policy Released

The VATNZ Discord Policy, effective 1 April 2023 has been released.

Cross the Ditch 24

Sydney Waves

Sunday June 11 06:00 - 00:00 NZST
NZWN → YSSY → NZQN → YSSY → NZAA → YSSY

Mark Richards announced as VATNZ Division Director

VATNZ Welcomes the appointment of Mark Richards as Division Director

Cross the Ditch 26

Auckland Waves

Sunday June 16 06:00 - 00:00 NZST
NZAA → YBBN → NZAA → YMML → NZAA → YSSY

NOTAM: Compliance with TVCP (VATNZ/VATPAC Controllers)

NOTAM to ensure VATNZ and VATPAC members are complying with the VATSIM Transfer and Visiting Controllers Policy

Oceanic Controllers Use of /O Suffix

For any Oceanic Rated controllers using the /O suffix behind their name online, there is no longer a need to add this to show that they have an Oceanic endorsement.

Cross the Ditch 27

15th Anniversary Edition
NZWN/NZCH ⟷ YMML/YSSY

ATC Applications and Flight Slot bookings open now!

NOTAM: Multiple ATIS Connections

NOTAM outlining multiple ATIS connections within the division.

Cross the Ditch 28

Brisbane Waves

Sunday June 15 06:00 - 00:00 NZST
NZCH → YBBN → NZWN → YBBN → NZAA → YBBN

Expressions of Interest to Join VATNZ ATC Training Team

Are you one of our air traffic controllers, passionate about what we do and eager to share your knowledge with aspiring air traffic controllers? VATNZ is looking for dedicated individuals to join its ATC Training Team. Share in a unique opportunity to contribute to the growth and excellence of virtual air traffic control in New Zealand.

Richard Bywater appointed as Operations Director

The Board is pleased to appoint our Airspace Manager, Richard Bywater, to the role of Operations Director.

Mark Richards Retires from the VATNZ Board

VATNZ Division Director, Mark Richards, has announced his retirement from the VATNZ Board. Read more for Mark's message.

VATNZ appoints a new Deputy Division Director

VATNZ is pleased to announce that Cam Tyson has been appointed Deputy Division Director.

VATNZ appoints a new Events Director

VATNZ is pleased to announce that Chris Bannock has been appointed as the new VATNZ Events Director.

Community Consultation - VATNZ Divisional Policy

VATNZ has opened community consultation on a proposed Divisional Policy (POL-DIV-1), and we're seeking your feedback before it goes to the Board for approval.