Hunger games: Qantas revamps menu as competition heats up
Faced with tougher competition from a cashed-up Virgin Australia, Qantas is looking to lift its game on the food front with a shake-up of what’s on offer on domestic flights.
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Rex link still on the cards: Hrdlicka
Virgin Australia has pledged to do whatever it can to ensure Rex’s regional flights continue — except for taking over the operation.
What Qatar Airways paid for Virgin Australia stake
Virgin Australia may have shouted from the rooftops about its tie-up with Qatar Airways, but it didn’t mention the price.
Qatar deal to deliver value, says Virgin
Virgin Australia is promising better value and more options for travellers when Qatar Airways takes a 25 per cent stake in the airline.
Qantas buckles in for a fresh fight
Qantas has posted record annual profits but now it faces a scrap from its main competitor, Virgin Australia, thanks to the might of Qatar Airways.
Major announcement for Virgin Australia
One of the major global airlines is making a splash in the beleaguered Australian market, in what would be a major expansion for the Aussie airline.
Dogfight over Virgin Australia-Qatar deal
Virgin Australia has confirmed its plan to sell a 25 per cent stake to Qatar Airways, ahead of an anticipated return to public ownership.
When can you take your pet on the plane with you?
Virgin Australia says it will become the first airline here to allow small dogs on planes next year but detail are scant. Here are your other options.
Virgin to trial pets on busiest route — but it won’t be cheap
Dogs and cats of a certain size will be allowed as Virgin Australia eyes Australia’s busiest route for the staged introduction of its new pets in the cabin policy. Should pets be there? TAKE THE POLL
Qantas chases Virgin Australia’s Tokyo Haneda slots
Qantas wants the valuable Tokyo Haneda Airport slots being handed back by Virgin Australia which experienced poor demand for its flights from Cairns.
Qantas’s promise to customers as complaints blow out
Qantas took an average 97 days to solve customer complaints in 2023, the latest industry report shows, but the airline says that time frame has been greatly reduced.
Virgin co-founder backs wilderness walks venture
Virgin Australia co-founder Rob Sherrard has joined a new venture offering walking trails through remote locations in the Northern Territory, Canada and the Himalayas.
Virgin pilots refuse bumper pay rise offer over day off concerns
Virgin Australia pilots have voted down a healthy new pay deal that increased wages significantly but reduced their days off by six a year.
Virgin launches epic $49 flight sale
Virgin Australia has launched a major sale to some of the globe’s top holiday destinations, including Cairns, Fiji and Tokyo.
Qatar set to take stake in Virgin Australia
Qatar Airways is reportedly about to take a 20 per cent stake in Virgin Australia as the Gulf-based carrier expands its global reach.
Qatar eyes deal with Virgin Australia
After having its bid for more flights blocked, a major international airline is in talks for a stake in Virgin Australia, in a move that could lower ticket prices.
Virgin IPO now set for take off by Christmas
Virgin Australia is back on the runway for a listing, and the boarding call may be sooner than you might think.
Bird remains found on Queenstown runway
Queenstown Airport says bird remains were found on the runway shortly after a Virgin Australia flight took off.
Dramatic scenes on Virgin flight
Passengers on a flight encountered the dramatic scene, where officers were ready to use their taser, before the man finally was taken off the plane.
Union strongarm tightens grip on Virgin
The TWU has warned Virgin’s owner against appointing the current frontrunner CEO and three major unions are backing CFMEU boss John Setka’s campaign against the AFL.
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