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Bonza Airlines came a cropper due to 'maverick' backer

There is room for more competition in Australian aviation despite the failure of two regional carriers, according to the former boss of Bonza Airlines.

AAP · Apr 8

Household solar panels create a 'worry' for energy boss

Australian households may face changes to the way rooftop solar is handled as electricity grids adapt to more renewable energy created during daylight hours.

AAP · Feb 24, 2025

Bonza enters voluntary administration after abruptly cancelling all flights across Australia

Passengers were earlier left stranded as discussions took place on ‘viability of business’

The Guardian - AU · Apr 30, 2024

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Afternoon Update: Bonza grounded; teenager charged with murdering sister; and Plato’s final hours

Airline’s chief executive, Tim Jordan, acknowledged to staff that the airline’s fleet was repossessed by AIP Capitol, the effective lessor of the aircraft

The Guardian - AU · Apr 30, 2024

Bonza calls in administrators as passengers hit hotline

Budget airline Bonza has entered voluntary administration after flights were suspended and the Australian government created a hotline for customers.

AAP · Apr 30, 2024

'The Bonza effect': How many Novocastrians flew with airline over past year

The airline was humbled by the support of Newcastle.

Newcastle Herald · Mar 26, 2024

Cabin crew hospitalised after ‘severe turbulence’ during flight

The extent of the injuries is not yet known

The Independent UK · Nov 24, 2023

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Cabin crew hospitalised after ‘severe turbulence’ during flight

The extent of the injuries is not yet known

The Independent UK · Nov 23, 2023

Cabin crew hospitalised after ‘severe turbulence’ during flight

The extent of the injuries is not yet known

The Independent UK · Nov 22, 2023

Sydney airport CEO accuses Qantas of strategically cancelling flights to block competition

Geoff Culbert tells industry conference that airlines’ behaviour ‘amazes’ him despite public awareness of ‘slot hoarding’ allegations

The Guardian - AU · Nov 15, 2023

Qantas no-show at aviation conference leaves organisers ‘disappointed’

Airline executives pull out of speaking commitments, leading one industry source to say ‘it feels a bit like they’re running away’

The Guardian - AU · Sep 14, 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

Sunshine Coast budget airline Bonza eyes expansion, rules out cutting struggling routes

Four months after launching, the low-cost carrier is preparing to grow its network with one expert nominating Newcastle as a potential new base.

ABC News · May 29, 2023

Budget airline Bonza launches regional flights between Mildura and the Sunshine Coast

Budget airline Bonza has launched passenger flights in and out of Mildura airport today, making it easier for travellers to access the Sunshine Coast.

ABC News · Apr 4, 2023

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Newcastle Herald · Mar 28, 2023

Onboard for first direct flights from Newcastle to the Sunshine Coast

'Market disruptor' airline offers budget flights from Newcastle to holiday hotspots.

The Guardian - AU · Jan 31, 2023

Purple budgie smugglers and Chekhov on tap as Bonza the ‘bogan airline’ finally takes to the skies

After a long delay, Australia’s first major new airline for 15 years gets off the ground offering a breezy, no-frills approach

The New Daily · Jan 31, 2023

Low-cost airline Bonza takes maiden flight

Bonza, which took off on its first flight on Monday,m promises to “connect Aussies for holidays and time with loved ones”.

ABC News · Jan 31, 2023

Budget airline Bonza eyes Melbourne base as first flight takes off

Newcomer Bonza hopes to launch its Melbourne base within weeks after successfully flying its first passenger flight on Tuesday.

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AAP · Jan 30, 2023

Bonza takes to the sky with first Australian flight

Australia's new low-cost airline is officially airborne, with the first flight taking off from its base on the Sunshine Coast.

The New Daily · Jan 17, 2023

Bonza doubles down on cheap flights, as other airlines drop prices

Budget airline Bonza has doubled down on its statement that airfares will start from $50 per hour spent in the air by its customers.

The New Daily · Jan 12, 2023

Finally, budget airline Bonza is cleared for take-off

'Shazza' and 'Bazza' will soon take to the skies after the Civil Aviation Safety Authority issued Bonza an Air Operator’s Certificate.

The Guardian - AU · Jan 12, 2023

Budget Australian airline Bonza certified to fly amid push to reduce cost of domestic travel

Civil Aviation Safety Authority issues air operator’s certificate to long-delayed budget carrier

AAP · Jan 12, 2023

Budget airline Bonza gets all clear to fly

The Civil Aviation Safety Authority has ticked off on budget airline Bonza to operate flights in Australia.

ABC News · Dec 13, 2022

New airline Bonza still awaiting CASA approval to fly, with no set date for starting flights

Bonza's third aircraft touched down on Australian soil this week, but after significant delays the company still has no timeline of when its low-cost flights will begin and industry experts have raised concerns.

The New Daily · Sep 16, 2022

‘Shazza’ is yet to fly as budget airline Bonza awaits approval to get off the ground

Budget airline Bonza made headlines last year promising to deliver cheap flights between regional cities in Australia.

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