Virgin, Qantas quibble over on-time status
Weather, ground delays and the Crowdstrike outage have undermined airlines’ on time performance in July, with almost 30 per cent of flights arriving late.
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Jetstar target of new class action over travel credits
Jetstar passengers are going to court to try to recover money paid for flights cancelled during the pandemic, in a new class action brought by Echo Law.
Jetstar drops flights to $34 to Aussie hotspot
The budget airline has launched a major sale on domestic and international fares, with flights to one Aussie hotspot starting from just $34.
Australia’s ‘hidden gem’ holiday spots revealed
Some of Australia’s best hideaway holiday spots have been revealed in a new guide aimed at boosting local tourism. But it’s the locals who can really rave about living in tiny towns.
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Surprising Aussie island No.2 in the world
A secluded island in Australia has taken out the No.2 spot in Lonely Planet’s 2024 must-travel destinations.
No fare relief despite international flights surge
A massive injection of international airline seats is days away — but will it be enough to bring down airfares? See who’s flying where.
Airline wars heat up as Qantas launches $99 sale
Qantas has dropped a “surprise” 72-hour flight frenzy offering cut-price fares after Virgin Australia launched a huge sale.
Qantas bows to ACCC wishes on China Eastern tie-up
For the second time in a week Qantas has opted not to fight the competition watchdog, as a former airline executive calls for greater protection for the national carrier.
ASX up as miners, energy producers rise
Losses in health and consumer stocks were offset by gains from miners and energy producers to send the benchmark higher on Tuesday.
‘Does anyone know if they will refund our money?’
Bamboo Airways’ sudden departure from the Australian market has left behind furious passengers demanding a refund.
‘Breaking point’: Warning to Aussie travellers
Flights could be disrupted as Virgin Australia’s “pit crew” workers take the next step in a fight for better conditions.
Controversial Qatar Airways CEO to leave after 27 years
Weeks after Alan Joyce’s early exit from Qantas, international aviation is set to lose another of its most colourful characters with Qatar Airways CEO Akbar Al Baker taking off.
Paradise for divers now just a short flight away
A largely untouched island oasis and diving mecca just hours from Australia is about to become much more accessible with the launch of new flights from Brisbane.
Virgin workers threaten to revolt over pay offer
Virgin Australia ground workers and cabin crew are threatening industrial action heading into one of the busiest times of the year.
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