Where international airfares are finally falling
The long-awaited fall in international economy airfares has finally arrived with Flight Centre data showing prices down as much as 21 per cent on these popular routes.
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Airlines facing shortage of planes
Once a sea of wings, the Red Centre’s aircraft storage facility has emptied out in a stark illustration of the current shortage of planes that is gripping airlines.
‘Silly’: Huge cost of island holiday nightmare
A Victorian man left in a coma after being stabbed in Fiji are facing an enormous medical bill.
Embattled Bonza owners bring in the financial experts
The US owners of failed budget carrier Bonza have called in financial advisers as another purple tail exits Australia.
Tipflation con: How Aussies are getting stung
As if the shoddy Aussie dollar wasn’t bad enough, tourists now have to navigate the insanity of ‘tipflation’. See our tipping tips and how much you should pay.
Jetstar fumes after man finds flight ‘loophole’
A man who took advantage of a free flight loophole has exposed a big issue, and Jetstar aren’t happy about it.
Qld government kills hopes of help for Bonza
The federal government says it won’t be helping Bonza, which owes 60,000 people more than $100m and Queensland isn’t keen either.
China, Australia in the mix to save Air Vanuatu
Air Vanuatu has been placed into voluntary liquidation as the search begins for a buyer who can get the carrier back into the air.
Major airline enters voluntary liquidation
Customers have been left stranded after a major airline entered voluntary liquidation, cancelling all flights.
Albo: ‘Get serious’ on airport rail
The Prime Minister has called on Melbourne Airport owners to get on with a major infrastructure project to make it easier for passengers.
Qantas heats up domestic flight menus
Cheese and crackers are out and sausage rolls are in, as Qantas heats up its in-flight domestic economy menu.
One Bonza plane takes flight
Bonza plane “Bruce” has flown out from the Sunshine Coast for Honolulu, leaving the futures of Shazza, Malc, Sheila and Bazza uncertain.
One Bonza plane takes flight
Bonza plane “Bruce” has flown out from the Sunshine Coast for Honolulu, leaving the futures of Shazza, Malc, Sheila and Bazza uncertain.
It’s bye bye Bonza as removal of aircraft begins
The first of five Bonza aircraft is set to vanish from Australian skies after being repossessed by lessors taking them to a mystery destination.
Qantas triggers stampede to cash in frequent flyer points
A month after Qantas unveiled Classic Plus as its answer to the travel dreams of frequent flyers, the airline has revealed the response.
New blow as Bonza’s last ditch plea fails
Hopes have been shot down for Bonza after fresh fleet negotiations failed, leaving all flights cancelled and a majority of staff without work until at least May 14.
Bonza powerless to stop planes leaving the country
The future of budget carrier Bonza is looking desperately grim as a court hears five planes will be removed from Australia and there’s nothing administrators can do to stop it.
Staggering figure in Bonza collapse revealed
Failed budget airline Bonza has left almost 60,000 customers out of pocket, a court has heard.
Staggering figure in Bonza collapse revealed
Failed budget airline Bonza has left almost 60,000 customers out of pocket, a court has heard.
Qantas ghost flights penalty ‘discount’ to $120m
Qantas senior managers knew the airline’s systems were incapable of informing customers quickly about cancelled flights, resulting in the years long ghost flights fiasco.
Bonza in turbulent air for months
Bonza’s administrators were asked by the airline’s owner to provide a financial review of the company and advise on a potential acquisition proposal five months ago.
Qantas to pay passengers up to $450
Qantas will begin making remediation payments of $225 to $450 to customers after settling its flight cancellation lawsuit with the ACCC.
How collapsed airline got it so wrong
Upstart airliner Bonza launched in Australia with budgie-smugglers and purple cocktails, but 18 months later the low-cost carrier collapsed. Here’s why.
How collapsed airline got it so wrong
Upstart airliner Bonza launched in Australia with budgie-smugglers and purple cocktails, but 18 months later the low-cost carrier collapsed. Here’s why.
Bonza’s US owner accused of fraud
The US owner of collapsed Australian budget airline Bonza, 777 Partners, has been accused in a lawsuit filed in New York of a $600m fraud.
Budget airline Bonza in chaos ‘for months’
Failed budget airline Bonza continued to sell tickets to passengers despite allegedly being in default on lease payments, documents reveal.
Bonza unable to pay staff wages for April
Bonza’s administrators will continue to seek new funding for the budget airline after it was revealed staff won’t be paid for the past month.
Setback for Qantas pilot suing for sex discrimination
A Qantas pilot suing the airline for sexual harassment and discrimination is fighting on, despite a setback in her Federal Court case.
No go: Bonza grounding extended
The airline’s customers have been told there will be no flights till at least next Wednesday, as its administrators try to regain use of grounded aircraft.
Travel uncertainty as air traffic controllers vote to strike
Air traffic controllers have voted overwhelmingly in favour of industrial action, which could bring Australia’s air travel industry to a halt.
No refunds for Bonza customers: administrator
The first look at Bonza’s books has resulted in bad news for customers, with promised refunds ‘not possible’ at this time.
Fresh update in Qantas app ‘privacy breach’
Qantas has delivered a fresh update after a shock breach of its app allowed some customers to receive other people’s details instead of their own.
Fresh update in Qantas app ‘privacy breach’
Qantas has delivered a fresh update after a shock breach of its app allowed some customers to receive other people’s details instead of their own.
Bonza vows to ‘fight this’ after appointing administrators
Bonza has vowed to ‘fight this’ after its small fleet of aircraft was repossessed, forcing the budget airline into voluntary administration.
Bonza’s three big mistakes were there for all to see
The airline which promised the world had its wings clipped from its much-delayed start.
Qantas blames ‘systems change’ on app privacy breach
The airline, led by Vanessa Hudson, says a major data breach impacting the Qantas app has now been resolved and has apologised to customers.
Budget airline ‘unlikely’ to recover
Customers had their flights abruptly cancelled after a discount regional airline fell into voluntary administration, with the government ruling out a bailout.
Bonza CEO’s dream shattered: What happens next
Tim Jordan has been Bonza’s driving force, promising to make air travel cheaper. But with all flights cancelled this week, questions have been raised about the future of the airline.
Bonza’s collapse as chaos behind wealthy owner revealed
Bonza’s whole image is of an Aussie battler keeping fares down by taking on the big boys of aviation. But its backers are in Miami – and have plenty of problems of their own.
The big dollar difference between Qantas and Virgin
Qantas is making twice as much revenue as Virgin Australia on one of the world’s most lucrative routes, raising questions over the airline’s mid-market strategy.
Huge change for Aussies in Bali
Australians will benefit from a new visa change by Indonesian officials aimed at luring more visitors into the country.
One fear after latest Crown Sydney move
One of Australia’s leading experts on gambling culture says people should be wary about a claim that Crown Sydney is “the safest place to gamble in the state”.
Aussie petrol prices hit all-time high
Major cities across Australia have notched record high fuel prices this week, amid a worrying cost-of-living crisis.
New overseas travel fees and rules for Aussies
Australians heading overseas need to shell out for tickets as Venice desperately tries to reduce crowding. But it’s not the only popular destination changing tourism rules. See the list.
Woman’s horror after plane’s blackout
More than a dozen passengers have walked off an early morning flight to Indonesia following “technical issues” before takeoff.
‘Safest place’: Crown chief’s bold claim
Senior figures at one of Australia’s biggest casinos have responded after the future of one of its most high-profile venues was revealed.
New way Aussies can get more Virgin points
Australians looking to boost their frequent flyer balances now have a new way to earn points thanks to a fresh deal. See how you can get closer to a free holiday.
Flight cancellations, delays: How to get a refund
If you face a flight cancellation or an unreasonable delay in Australia, airline policies might be more accommodating than you think. Here’s what to do.
‘Zero idea’: Passengers slam crisis-hit airline Bonza
Aussies have vented their frustration over budget airline Bonza, amid concerns its future is on the line. Have your say.
Qantas passengers ‘better off for outsourcing’
Swissport’s global chief Warwick Brady says passengers are better off as a result of Qantas’ decision to outsource its ground handling operations.
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