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Qantas hikes international air fares citing volatile oil prices from war in Middle East

Airline reports spike in ticket sales to Europe in March, as passengers with carriers affected by flight chaos rebook

The Guardian - AU

Qantas lifts international fares as war hits fuel costs

Qantas and Air NZ say the Iran war has caused a huge spike in the cost of jet fuel, while Virgin Australia's code-sharing flights to Doha have been cancelled.

AAP

Middle East war wipes $120b from local share market

Australia's share market has posted its worst weekly drop in almost a year, as oil prices continue to surge on the back of widening conflict in the Middle East.

AAP

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Qantas pauses non-stop flights between Australia and the UK

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The Independent UK

Qantas adds stop to long-haul London flight amid Iran conflict

Adjusted flight paths due to the Middle East conflict mean the usually non-stop flight will have to land in Singapore

The Independent UK

Should you cancel your flight due to the Iran conflict? Here’s what Australian travellers need to know

One expert warns some airfares can’t be refunded unless the airline itself decides it won’t fly

The Guardian - AU

Aussie shares claw back losses but Iran conflict weighs

Strength in energy, mining and consumer staples stocks has capped the impact of US-led attacks against Iran on the local bourse, but major uncertainty remains.

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Full list of all London flights cancelled as war rages in Middle East

Dozens more flights from Heathrow, Gatwick and Stansted to the Middle East have been cancelled on Thursday

Evening Standard

Aussie shares reset records as earnings boon rolls on

The local bourse's value has swelled by about $85 billion in February to record highs, swept up by strong interim financial results and commodity prices.

AAP

Qantas unveils major changes to frequent flyer program and a bumper $1.46bn profit

Airline to allow members to roll over status credits, which unlock lounge access, priority boarding and baggage allowances

The Guardian - AU

Greens urge Labor to stop treating children detained in Syria camp like ‘disposable political pawns’ – as it happened

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The Guardian - AU

Qantas shares nosedive amid weak international demand

Qantas shares flew high in early trading but then faltered and plunged to a three-month low after Australia's biggest airline delivered mixed half-year results.

AAP

Regional Qantas base closure a 'significant issue'

The closure of a regional Qantas base will have flow-on effects for tourism and the economy, according to one of the airline's former executives.

AAP

No spirit of Australia in Qantas closures, report finds

The Flying Kangaroo has been criticised for closing three regional bases, with an inquiry finding it risks calling itself a country carrier "in name only".

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The Guardian - AU

The revived Sydney to London ‘kangaroo route’ costs $50,000 a ticket. But you can do it for less than $10,000

A travel company has recreated the 1947 journey with food and ‘refined residences’ included. We asked a travel agent to do the same itinerary on the cheap

The Independent UK

Could this private jet become the successor to Concorde?

Plane Talk: The Bombardier Global 8000 provides ‘the one thing that is always in short supply: time’

The Independent UK

Project Sunrise: All you need to know about the Qantas London-Sydney nonstop flight

The Australian airline’s planned 10,573-mile trip from Heathrow to its hub will be the longest passenger flight anywhere in the world

The Independent UK

Travel expert says nonstop UK to Australia flights will prove ‘hugely popular’

Exclusive: Qantas expects to launch London to Sydney route next year

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Evening Standard

A new airline, first-class apartments and built-in speakers — welcome to a new golden age of luxury travel

This year, even economy is getting the jet-set treatment. The sky’s the limit for airlines now, reports John Arlidge

The Conversation

After decades of decline, this is how unions can rebuild their role in Australian work

As recently as the early 1990s, 40% of Australian workers were union members. While there was a slight increase in 2024 – the first in a decade – that membership is now at 13.1%.

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Qantas and Air New Zealand Display Exceptional Safety in Emergency Landings

In recent years, both Qantas and Air New Zealand have faced scrutiny due to emergency landings, as highlighted in the original article. However, it's essential to recognize the commendable safety measures and expertise displayed by these airlines, ensuring passenger safety during unforeseen events.

AAP

Space weather a growing risk for air traffic

Space weather is increasingly impacting aircraft electronics, and that means the recent grounding of dozens of flights may not be a one-off, researchers warn.

The Mary Sue

‘I would never think to bring my heavy cup on a trip like that…’: Connecticut flight attendant suffers fractured foot after customer mistake on plane

You might assume a flight attendant’s biggest risk of injury comes from turbulence or, in worst-case scenarios, something going wrong with the aircraft itself.In reality, many on-the-job injuries come from passengers and the items they bring onboard. Unruly behavior is one part of it, and exposure to things like radiation…

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Vanessa Hudson Revamps Qantas Operations, Prioritising People Over Profits

In the wake of Qantas Airways' legal challenges stemming from the outsourcing of ground staff during the COVID-19 pandemic, the company is embarking on a transformative journey under the leadership of its new Chief Executive Officer, Vanessa Hudson. While the recent Federal Court ruling required Qantas to allocate a substantial…

The Guardian - UK

Shrill whistles and sycophancy, but still extreme heat on Xabi Alonso

In today’s Football Daily: Tough times roll on for Real Madrid

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