Bomb Threat Grounds Air New Zealand Flight at Sydney Airport

Australian authorities confirm no threat after extensive response to security incident involving 154 passengers.

Air New Zealand flight NZ247 from Wellington was grounded at Sydney Airport due to a reported bomb threat.
Australian Federal Police and up to 40 emergency crews responded swiftly to the incident.
Passengers remained on the tarmac for several hours as authorities conducted investigations.
Air New Zealand emphasized the safety and security of passengers and crew as their top priority.
Authorities later confirmed there was no threat to the community, and investigations are ongoing.