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Politics
Kat Wong and Jacob Shteyman

'Governments shouldn't own airlines': Rex rescue panned

The government will work with Rex to find a buyer committed to providing ongoing regional services. (James Gourley/AAP PHOTOS)

Rex Airlines could become Australia's first publicly-owned airline since the 1990s, with the government considering taking over the failed regional carrier if a suitable private sector buyer can't be found.

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said his government would work with Rex administrators to find a buyer committed to providing ongoing service to the regions, value for money and good governance.

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