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.
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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.
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