Flight Centre fined for price fixing
A FEDERAL Court judge has ordered Flight Centre to pay $11 million for inducing three airlines into price-fixing arrangements.
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Flight Centre fined for price fixing
A FEDERAL Court judge has ordered Flight Centre to pay $11 million for inducing three airlines into price-fixing arrangements.
Ryanair boss wants image makeover
HE ONCE wanted to charge people to use the toilet but now Ryanair CEO Michael O’Leary is trying to transform his airline’s nightmare image.
Shipwreck survivor meets dead man’s mum
A CASTAWAY who says he survived more than a year at sea has had a tearful meeting with the family of his shipmate who did not make it home.
Qantas could offshore 10,000 jobs
AS many as 10,000 Qantas jobs, including maintenance staff, could be sent offshore, despite fresh concerns about safety.
Qantas to ‘put Australia first’
QANTAS insists it will always put Australia first but is still determined to cut jobs to secure the airline’s future.
The lost jewels of an ancient city
WORK began on the world’s largest pre-industrial city, Angkor, in the 8th century, and suddenly ended in the 15th century. Here are some of its most fascinating secret spots.
Thailand’s passport black market exposed
THE use of stolen passports on missing Malaysian Airlines flight MH370 has exposed the extent of Thailand’s black market for illegal activity.
Malaysia Airlines shares lose 10 per cent
MALAYSIA Airlines shares lost 10 per cent after being rocked by the disappearance of a passenger jet with 239 people aboard.
What it costs to put a plane in the air
WITH debate raging over the profitability of Australia’s airlines we look at the everyday operating costs of domestic and international services.
Qantas cuts senior managers
THE flying kangaroo has started to cut the first of 5000 from its workforce, with senior managers first to be shown the door.
Qantas reveals $120m carbon bill
QANTAS has now become a public ally of the Abbott Government in demanding Labor backs theremoval of carbon price and supports changes to ownership laws.
This is how the rich and famous fly
EVER wondered what it’s like to fly as only the rich and famous can? Peter Mandel got the chance to find out. This is his luxurious, envy-inducing story.
Who would want to buy Qantas?
THEY’VE lost more than $250 million in six months and are about to lay off 5000 staff. Who on earth would want to buy Qantas? Plenty, say some.
What could happen if Qantas was sold off
NOW that the government is pushing ahead with trying to repeal the Qantas Sale Act, what would foreign ownership of Qantas really mean?
No taxpayer lifeline for troubled Qantas
THE Government has refused to offer taxpayer funds for struggling Qantas and will instead push ahead with new laws which could see Aussie jobs go offshore.
Qantas no ‘flying panda or camel’
LABOR MP wants the PM to reveal plans to help Qantas, after saying Australia was big enough to keep it from being a “flying panda or camel’’.
Virgin boss lets fly on Qantas
UPDATE: Fresh from posting an $83m loss, Virgin Australia’s boss has attacked Qantas and called for the scrapping of the carbon tax and government handouts.
Inside Australia’s best resort
THIS luxury resort has just been named the number one place to stay in Australia. So what’s it really like? For starters, you get your own pool in your suite!
Virgin reports $83.7 million loss
VIRGIN Australia has reported a $83.7 million loss for the first half of the 2014 financial year, compared to a $23 million profit for the same period last year.
Joyce faces crisis talks with unions
QANTAS CEO Alan Joyce will face off with union officials today after announcing the airline will axe 5000 jobs to cut $2 billion in costs over three years.
Qantas 5000 job cuts will hurt all
QANTAS management’s decision to axe 5000 jobs is not its only measure to save $2 billion. Flights and routes will be cut drastically.
Joyce: Future bright after cuts
GOVERNMENT has all but rejected a debt guarantee for Qantas after it announced a $252 million half year loss and the axing of 5000 jobs.
Air NZ profits flying high
AS QANTAS prepares for cuts, Air New Zealand has made a record profit of $NZ140m in the first half of the financial year, beating forecasts.
D-Day for Qantas: thousands to go
QANTAS pilots have been offered counselling as the airline prepares to unveil a savage round of cuts to jobs, routes and its fleet.
How it all went wrong for Qantas
THE future of Qantas is up in the air with just about everyone jumping into the debate. Just what is going on with the iconic flying kangaroo?
Is this the end for the great Aussie airline?
JUST like Holden and Ford before it, the PM admits Australians don’t care for Qantas that much any more, and maybe it’s time to look overseas.
PM: ‘Qantas have to get their house in order’
CLOSE to half of voters want the Government to buy back a share in Qantas as Tony Abbott highlights other means of rescuing the national carrier.
Govt set to change Qantas laws
THE government is drafting laws to allow foreign ownership for Qantas amid reports the national airline could sack 5000 workers.
Qantas to axe 5000 jobs: Reports
QANTAS is gearing up to shed 5000 jobs and sell its Melbourne Airport terminal to prove to the Abbott Government it can make the tough decisions.
What if Qantas debt guaranteed
IF the federal government guarantees Qantas’ multi-million debt, analysts reveal what it will mean for passengers.
Qantas denies job cut reports
BREAKING: Qantas has denied reports it will cut 3000 jobs and routes to London, labelling them “unsourced rumours”.
The most dangerous ‘tour’ in the world
TRAVELLERS to Thailand are participating in furious kickboxing matches with Thai prisoners, who could be in jail for everything from theft to attempted murder.
Scary plane landing caught on camera
IF YOU’RE scared of flying look away now. Dramatic footage has emerged of a plane struggling to land in really windy conditions.
Inside abandoned ‘ghost tower’
IT WAS meant to be a glistening symbol of prosperity, but decades later this eerie 49-storey tower remains unfinished and locals are convinced it’s haunted.
Virgin snaps back at ‘gorilla’ label
VIRGIN Australia’s boss has snapped back at Treasurer Joe Hockey after he labelled the airline a ‘3000-pound gorilla’ crushing Qantas.
Branson warns over Qantas intervention
BILLIONAIRE Richard Branson has warned about possible help for Qantas, urging business to “think twice” about investing in the country.
Tony, keep Qantas Australian: Clive
TONY Abbott won’t be impressed with Clive Palmer’s latest stand. Unlike the PM, the businessman MP says Qantas should never be sold to foreign investors.
Qantas needs a level playing field: PM
THE PM says it would be perfectly appropriate to “unshackle” Qantas from legislative restrictions put in place by Labor in the ‘90s, as the airline seeks help.
These destinations have surprising secrets
WHY does a forest in Japan freak people out? And how on earth is there a river deep underwater in Mexico? These destinations are haunted, hidden or really cool.
Qantas govt bailout is special case
IT’S looking more and more likely Qantas will be bailed out by the government with Treasurer Joe Hockey saying the airline is a special case.
Govt ‘considering’ help for Qantas
THE Federal Government said no to Holden and SPC Ardmona, but it’s “carefully considering” calls for assistance from Qantas CEO Alan Joyce. WATCH QT LIVE 2PM
Confessions of a wary cruise virgin
MORE Aussies are discovering the ease of shacking up for a holiday on a cruise ship. But we’ve also heard the horror stories of illness that can sweep the ships. So, what is it really like on board?
Richard Branson slams Qantas
THE billionaire founder of the Virgin Group empire, Richard Branson, has hit out at Qantas Airways boss Alan Joyce.
Will Australian aviation collapse?
YOU might be enjoying $69 tickets now but don’t expect them in a few years. The aviation industry is on the brink of collapse, warns Rex boss.
Inside a fascinating abandoned fortress
IT is the island you’ve never heard of. Welcome to Berlenga Grande, home to a chilling, yet stunning, ancient military fortress … you have to see it to believe it.
Pulling back the curtain on prostitution
A NEW museum gives tourists a glimpse of life on the other side of the glass in Amsterdam’s infamous Red Light district.
The most annoying flight attendant habits ever
FROM those who refuse to crack a smile, to the plane noisy and the uncaring. A crew member dishes the dirt on the most irritating things her colleagues do.
The truth about when you should book your flight
IT’S what every traveller wants to know: when is the cheapest time to fly, and how far in advance should you make the booking? Follow these rules and you could save heaps.
Cash for reviews comp under fire
EXCLUSIVE: ONE of the biggest names in travel insurance may have broken the law by offering the lure of cash prizes for positive reviews.
Qantas attacks ‘armchair’ critics
QANTAS’ finance chief has taken a swipe at “armchair expert” critics who misunderstand the airline and the market.
Qantas move inevitable – acting PM
WARREN Truss says Qantas’s decision to move maintenance for 747s offshore is a pity, but its Australian facility was not viable.
OMG, Jesus! That’s quite a view
PHOTOS of repairs to the Christ the Redeemer statue reveal a different side to one of the world’s most recognisable landmarks.
Qantas to send 300 jobs offshore
QANTAS denies it’s putting profit before safety in its decision to close move work from its Avalon maintenance facility overseas.
What happens if you open a door mid-flight?
IT’S a question many of us have pondered: just what would happen if someone tried to open the exit door on a plane in mid-air? One pilot tells all.
Why was this busy town abandoned?
TIME virtually stopped 40 years ago for this glamorous and bustling tourist playground, and few people have set foot inside it ever since. Find out what happened.
Are frequent flyer points about to be junked?
YOU’VE spent years building them up but are they worth anything? Qantas has been warned it would be “crazy” to meddle with the points scheme.
Turning point for flying kangaroo
QANTAS has been warned it would be “crazy” to meddle with its popular frequent flyer scheme if it sells off part of the lucrative program.
‘Peasant’ class could sink Titanic II
CLIVE Palmer will try to convince 1000 people to pay to be treated like peasants on his Titanic recreation.
Niagara Falls frozen in polar vortex
STUNNING images show the frozen waters of Niagara Falls, as the US estimates the economic damage of this week’s arctic chill at more than A$5b.
Will Modern Family join Mardi Gras?
SWIMMING with crocs, bush tucker dining and joining Sydney’s Mardi Gras parade could be on Modern Family’s Aussie to-do list.
Qantas downgraded to junk status
QANTAS Airways credit rating has been downgraded in the wake of last month’s flagging of a financial loss and job cuts.
What happens when Hell freezes over
AS temperatures across the Northern Hemisphere plummet, it’s so cold that even Hell has frozen over.
How to survive flight cancellations
AS SNOWSTORMS cause headaches for thousands of US travellers with the cancellation of more than 8000 flights, we look at ways to improve your odds of getting home quicker.
6 hotel trends to watch out for in 2014
IF YOU think a pillow menu and complimentary mini bars are avant garde, think again. Here, the hotel trends that are going to shake up next year.
Airline profits tipped to soar in 2014
THE global airline industry expects profits to hit a record high next year, helped by falling jet fuel prices, rising travel demand and cost-cutting.
Merger creates world’s biggest airline
TWO airlines have emerged in the US to create the world’s biggest. The crucial question remains, is the food any good?
Jetstar to set up base in Adelaide
BUDGET airline Jetstar will establish a new cabin crew and pilot base in Adelaide in order to offer more flights.
Qantas credit rating at ‘junk’ status
RATINGS agency Standard and Poor’s has lowered its credit rating for airline Qantas to BB+, which is considered below investment grade.
Qantas boss loses $1m as 1000 jobs go
AIRLINE staff face an uncertain Christmas as CEO Alan Joyce axes workers and cops a $1 million cut to his pay packet.
How to trek through Europe without paying a cent
FORGET backpacking. Now there’s an even cheaper way to travel in Europe for months at a time. If you’re willing to put in a bit of hard work along the way, that is.
Could Instagram earn you a luxury hotel stay?
A NEW Australian hotel claims to be the world’s most “Instagrammable”. Find out how your finest filtering could earn you a night’s accommodation.
What it’s really like flying first class
FROM the huge lie-flat seat to the massages, pyjamas and being able to watch movies even while at the gate, here are 12 awesome things about flying first class.
Expert tips on travel insurance
FROM annual and family policies to buying online, experts reveal their travel insurance tips to Donna Kramer.
Travel the world, get $100,000
TYSON Mayr is one excited traveller. The Aussie has just made the top five shortlist for what could be the world’s best job. The winner will fly around the globe for a year, and earn $100,000.
Best Aussie wine experiences
DITCH the tacky, overpriced wine tours and do as the wine experts do. You can thank us afterwards.
Snorkel to find rum … seriously
IF you’re over snorkelling and seeing only fish, head to the Virgin Islands, where you can snorkel to find rum … finders keepers.
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