'In it to win it': liquor group sees more GenZ buyers Bottle shops and pubs giant Endeavour Group has increased its retail market share after lowering shelf prices for customers, leaving it with lower profits. AAP · Aug 23
Liquor firm cuts back on wine to focus on pubs growth Endeavour Group, which owns Dan Murphy's, BWS, and hundreds of pubs, plans to take $300 million in costs out of the business to support its future growth. AAP · May 27
Booze giant eyes job cuts, as consumers curb thirst The owner of Dan Murphy's and BWS bottle shops has hinted at job cuts - or "labour efficiencies" - as it tries to buffer its business from the Middle East war. AAP · May 4
Dan Murphy's owner trims margins to boost sales Pubs and bottle-shop owner Endeavour says its scale will deliver better prices in a high inflation environment, as living costs continue to bite. AAP · Mar 3
Dan Murphy's owner grows sales at expense of profit Endeavour Group expects to report a smaller profit after cutting its prices to grow its sales on the lead-in to the key holiday trading period. AAP · Jan 13
Christmas bookings bring good tidings for pub giant Australians look set to open their wallets over the festive period with hospitality giant Endeavour Group projecting strong Christmas pub bookings. AAP · Nov 17, 2025
Former CEO getting $50m payout from Virgin Australia After receiving below-market compensation for years, former Virgin Australia boss Jayne Hrdlicka is getting more than $50 million following its successful IPO. AAP · Sep 12, 2025
BWS owner cuts dividend as Aussies avoid booze splurge Dan Murphy's and BWS owner Endeavour Group blames subdued sales on cost-of-living pressures as its high-profile new CEO prepares to take over. AAP · Aug 25, 2025
Travellers to fly for less if Qatar lands Virgin deal More routes more often and increased use of frequent-flyer miles are predicted if Qatar Airways is allowed to take a large slice of Virgin Australia. AAP · Sep 30, 2024
Outgoing Virgin CEO plays down Qatar stake speculation Virgin Australia CEO Jayne Hrdlicka has played down reports Qatar Airways is seeking to acquire a 20 per cent stake in the nation's second-biggest airline. AAP · Sep 13, 2024
Help on its way for Rex despite 'flawed' expansion A taxpayer-funded lifeline for Rex Airlines looks increasingly likely as the Albanese government highlights the carrier's "absolutely vital" regional presence. AAP · Jul 30, 2024
Who let the dogs on? Everything you need to know about Virgin Australia’s planned pets in cabins scheme From confining animals to carriers to dealing with doggy business, how will the airline’s policy to let small cats and canines fly in plane cabins actually work? The Guardian - AU · Mar 7, 2024
Virgin Australia CEO Hrdlicka Steps Down Before IPO Virgin Australia CEO Jayne Hrdlicka resigns ahead of IPO amidst pandemic challenges. Company prepares for future growth and sustainability in evolving avia... Top News · Feb 20, 2024
Virgin Australia CEO Jayne Hrdlicka steps down after nearly four years in top role Hrdlicka’s abrupt departure comes as airline’s owners plan to push ahead with relisting on stock exchange The Guardian - AU · Feb 20, 2024
AAP · Feb 20, 2024 Jayne Hrdlicka to step down as CEO of Virgin Australia Virgin Australia Group plans to begin a global search process for a new chief executive, while thanking Jayne Hrdlicka for her leadership.
The Guardian - AU · Nov 1, 2023 Catherine King and former Qantas CEO Alan Joyce met at least twice in recent months Exclusive: documents show transport minister met former airline chief at Parliament House two months before she ruled against Qatar Airways request
The Guardian - AU · Oct 3, 2023 Catherine King refuses to front ‘political stunt’ Senate inquiry into Qatar Airways decision Transport minister says it is ‘longstanding practice’ not to appear and says she is doing the ‘hard work the Coalition never did’
The Guardian - AU · Sep 28, 2023 Former Qantas boss Alan Joyce could face jail if he fails to front Senate aviation inquiry Bridget McKenzie warns former CEO of legal ramifications if he does not provide evidence on blocking of Qatar Airways flights to Australia
The Guardian - AU · Sep 27, 2023 Australia agrees to clear-the-air talks with Qatar over controversial airline decision Exclusive: Senate inquiry hearings were told application for extra flights by the Gulf had been ‘unfairly rejected’
The Guardian - AU · Sep 8, 2023 Qatar Airways, Qantas and Catherine King’s decision: everything the government has said on the saga As questions about the transport minister’s decision to reject extra Qatar Airways flights into Australia continues, here’s what happened and when
The Guardian - AU · Sep 8, 2023 The Qantas saga shows Labor is crunched in a time shift – and there’s no more skating by on the vibe Voters have been more aspirational during Albanese government’s first term, but economic conditions mean they’ve switched their focus to the here-and-now
The Guardian - AU · Aug 29, 2023 Qantas flight credits: Albanese says customers should get another flight or their money back PM weighs in on expiring credits but government defends blocking Qatar airways from increasing its flights to Australia
The New Daily · May 9, 2023 Virgin boss reveals personal tragedy, takes break after husband’s death Virgin chief executive Jayne Hrdlicka has revealed that she would take time off following the death of her husband.
Tribune News Service · Feb 22, 2023 Airlines turn market darlings as COVID-19 forces financial clean up Unloved during the pandemic as their businesses were incapacitated almost overnight, airlines that cut back to survive the crisis are now blowing through profit forecasts and luring back investors.
The New Daily · Jan 29, 2023 In case you missed it: Twenty-three takeaways from the 2023 Australian Open Many of the usual Australian Open drawcards were absent this year, but that doesn't mean there wasn't some great tennis.