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How Bonza plans to boost regional tourism in Australia

The ambitious startup will fly all-economy Boeing 737 MAX jets across a network of regional destinations.

David Flynn |

Qantas readies ramp-up of international flights

With Australia open to tourists from February 21, the airline aims to move fast and make the most of an expected travel surge.

David Flynn |

Qantas launches Sydney-Broken Hill flights

Qantas joins Rex in connecting the outback NSW town to the state capital.

Matt Lennon |

Review: Virgin’s ‘new concept’ business, economy seats

These prototype seats represent a fresh take for Virgin’s business and economy passengers.

David Flynn |

Here is what it’s like to visit Bangkok right now

With quarantine requirements scrapped, Thailand’s food, shopping, and nightlife capital welcomes visitors back.

Bloomberg News |

BA chief sets flight path back to being a premium airline

CEO Sean Doyle pledges to “build a better British Airways” by investing rather than cutting costs.

Matt Lennon |

Qantas suspends Sydney-Honolulu flights

Qantas says it won’t resume flights to Hawaii until the end of March.

David Flynn |

‘Bottle shock’ for wine lovers as Delta moves to canned wine

The US carrier cites the move as being better for the environment, although drinks are still served in plastic cups...

Bloomberg News |

Your complete guide to Regional Express inflight WiFi

Regional Express now lets passengers on its Boeing 737 jets stay connected above the clouds.

Matt Lennon |

Qantas’ Perth flights up in the air as WA extends lockdown

WA’s move to keep its border shut well into 2022 has a knock-on effect for Qantas flights from Perth to London and Rome.

David Flynn |

Revealed: Lufthansa’s second-gen premium economy seat

Lufthansa’s new premium economy seat is big on privacy and increased personal space.

David Flynn |

The best and worst times to call Qantas, Virgin Australia

The best strategy for getting through to your airline's call centre: hit the phones early, and avoid Mondays.

David Flynn |

Cathay Pacific is on life support, and hope is running out

Cathay Pacific faces seemingly impossible odds to return to its glory days.

Bloomberg News |

Qantas now offers free full refund on cancelled flights

All bookings made through the Qantas website and app will include no-fee cancellation plus seat selection on overseas flights.

David Flynn |

Will Qatar Airways’ Airbus A380 return to Sydney?

In 2022, the Gulf carrier’s superjumbo is enjoying an unexpectedly new lease on life.

David Flynn |

This seat puts a fresh slant on single-aisle business class

Factorydesign’s unique Access concept delivers direct aisle access for Boeing 737, Airbus A320 business class.

David Flynn |

Qantas restarts nonstop Perth-London flights

After more than two years, one of the world’s longest flights is bouncing back...

David Flynn |

SQ sets February 5 for launch of Perth VTL flights

Singapore Airlines is optimistic about the restart of Perth-Singapore travel, planning a whopping 17 flights per week.

Matt Lennon |