Suburb to ‘go to war’ over ‘mega-hostel’
Plans for a $13 million build in a Sydney suburb has left locals horrified, with neighbours vowing to “go to war” over the project.
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Virgin rules out ex-Qantas exec Jones as next CEO
Virgin Australia has sensationally moved to end speculation about the airline’s next chief executive, declaring ex-Qantas executive Paul Jones is not in the running.
Results of review into public servants’ travel to stay a secret
A review of how public servants book travel has been completed but the findings aren’t being released by the government.
Watt’s warning to Virgin owners over next CEO
Employment Minister Murray Watt has issued a veiled warning to Virgin’s owners as the government weighs up the airline’s partnership with Qatar Airways.
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Major overhaul to Bali bombing site for Aussies
The site of the 2002 Bali bombing site, which claimed 88 Australian lives, is set to become a place to promote “tolerance”.
Federal election a potential hurdle for Virgin-Qatar flights
Pressure is mounting on Treasurer Jim Chalmers to rule on Qatar Airways’ investment in Virgin Australia before the federal election.
How and when to work airline bookings to your advantage
So you want to travel and get the best price? It turns out that not only the month you plan to fly but also the day of the week makes a big difference to the price, data shows.
‘People before profits’: Virgin warned over bathroom farce
A “failed experiment” forcing Virgin crew to stop economy passengers using business class bathrooms has raised alarm.
Terrifying moment fire erupts on plane before takeoff
A passenger plane in South Korea was evacuated after catching fire – just a month after the nation’s worst aviation disaster. Watch video.
The reason Emirates’ reward seats are unashamedly expensive
Emirates hasn’t put its airfares on sale since 2017 and has no plan to, as demand for travel shows no sign of cooling.
Emirates puts Boeing, Airbus on notice over aircraft delays
Emirates boss Tim Clark has revealed the frustration in the airline industry over delays in aircraft deliveries, which could open the door to Chinese manufacturer COMAC.
Emirates’ answer to Virgin’s new flights to Middle East
Emirates has revealed a premium addition to its flights in response to Virgin Australia’s new flights to the Middle East, all in the name of competition.
Government buys Rex debt to keep airline flying
The Albanese government will acquire a $50m stake in Rex to ensure private equity investor PAG does not move to liquidate the airline.
Flights under $2000: New Virgin deals for Aussies going to Europe
Virgin Australia has slashed its fares to iconic European summer destinations, further discounting peak-season sale fares so Aussies can fly to Europe for less.
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