Greens and Coalition unite to refer bill to its own inquiry – as it happened This blog is now closed. The Guardian - AU · Jun 21, 2023
Qantas plummets in global rankings but shows signs of recovery A prolonged post-pandemic recovery and staffing issues has seen Qantas drop in international airline rankings. The New Daily · Jun 21, 2023
Qantas falls 12 places to 17th in list of world’s best airlines The national carrier admits service was ‘not our best’ as Singapore claims top spot from Qatar The Guardian - AU · Jun 21, 2023
Rex Airlines warns of $35m loss due to ‘supply chain shocks’ Company says it has been forced to make significant reductions to its flight schedule in recent months The Guardian - AU · Jun 20, 2023
Qantas flight grounded after cabin crew report ‘unusual smell’ A Qantas flight from Brisbane was forced to turn back mid-flight on Sunday 18 June after the cabin crew reported “an unusual smell.” The New Daily · Jun 19, 2023
Economy on world's longest direct flight will have extra legroom and 'wellness zones' In 2025 Qantas will start running routes from Sydney to New York and London direct, with the journey likely to take between 19 and 20 hours, making it the longest non-stop commercial flight Daily Mirror · Jun 16, 2023
London-Sydney nonstop flights move a step closer as Qantas reveals ‘anti-jet lag’ measures 20-hour-plus trip will come with a high financial and environmental price tag The Independent UK · Jun 16, 2023
Economy perks added on long Qantas flights Qantas economy passengers flying 22 hours direct to London and New York will have extra leg room and access to a wellness zone so they can move around on board. The New Daily · Jun 15, 2023
Qantas takes on ‘frenemy’ Air NZ on Auckland-NYC route Qantas, the Flying Kangaroo, will hop into Air New Zealand's patch with a new direct Auckland to New York service. The New Daily · Jun 14, 2023
Qantas takes on 'frenemy' Air NZ on Auckland-NYC route Qantas, the Flying Kangaroo, will hop into Air New Zealand's patch with a new direct Auckland to New York service. AAP · Jun 14, 2023
Qantas ditches mandatory heels and embraces make-up for flight attendants of all genders The Australian airline has given its staff dress code a major shake-up The Independent UK · Jun 9, 2023
Qantas ditches heels, endorses make-up for all staff National carrier Qantas says an update to its uniform and grooming requirements is in line with worker feedback and evolving customer expectations. The New Daily · Jun 9, 2023
New bargaining system for workers kicks into action Some of the federal government's new workplace laws have come into effect and will allow employees from different businesses to team up for better conditions. The New Daily · Jun 5, 2023
Rex and Bonza call for immediate overhaul of Sydney airport laws to increase competition Aviation leaders make plea to federal government, saying higher airfares and poorer service will persist without change The Guardian - AU · Jun 5, 2023
The New Daily · Jun 5, 2023 ACCC says it’s crucial that rules change to prevent Qantas, Virgin duopoly The Albanese government is facing growing calls to crack down on major airlines like Qantas hoarding plane slots at Sydney Airport.
The New Daily · Jun 5, 2023 Delays, poor service, high prices: Shocking tale of woe for air travellers Qantas and Virgin's market dominance has led to higher prices and poorer service, the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission says.
ABC News · Jun 5, 2023 Qantas-Jetstar and Virgin airline 'duopoly' driving domestic flight prices up, ACCC report says The federal government should consider forcing airlines to pay passengers compensation if their flights get cancelled or delayed, a new consumer watchdog report says.
The Guardian - AU · Jun 4, 2023 Morning Mail: calls for war crimes compensation; families search India train crash site; airline duopoly warning Government seeks ‘way forward’ on compensation over alleged war crimes in Afghanistan; watchdog sounds alarm over airline duopoly
The Guardian - AU · Jun 4, 2023 Qantas and Virgin given little incentive to cheapen air fares, watchdog warns ACCC warns airline industry is at ‘critical juncture’ with a developing duopoly stunting competition
The Guardian - AU · May 31, 2023 ‘Paying too much’: calls for ongoing inquiry to monitor airlines over price-gouging fears Exclusive: consumer and aviation figures call for continued scrutiny as Australian companies post multibillion-dollar profits and ticket prices remain high
The New Daily · May 30, 2023 Kiwis take top spot as world’s best airlines revealed Air New Zealand tops list of best airlines in the world for 2023, beating out last year's winner Qatar Airways for the crown.
The Guardian - AU · May 30, 2023 Why Australians are paying 50% more for air fares than pre-pandemic even as jet fuel costs drop New data reveals the average return economy airfare to the most popular overseas destinations is now $1,827, compared with $1,213 in 2019
The New Daily · May 30, 2023 Qantas eyes bag-tracking as it unveils app plans Qantas says by the end of the year its smartphone app will allow passengers to check in faster and track their baggage during travel.
The New Daily · May 26, 2023 International airfares soar as airlines capitalise on demand If the taking an overseas holiday seems more expensive lately, you're not imagining things; international airfares have soared since 2019.
The New Daily · May 26, 2023 Top videos: Stan Grant’s passionate speech and Sydney’s towering inferno A Sydney building collapsed after flames engulfed it, Stan Grant gave a powerful sign-off for Q+A and a bear found a swimming pool.