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Could my power bank start a fire on board a plane? Here are the rules and the risks

Rules around lithium-ion batteries in spotlight after a portable charger caught fire on an Australian flight – but experts say risk is no higher in mid-air

The Guardian - AU

Fire breaks out on Virgin Australia plane mid-flight likely due to power bank

Airline says passenger and crew de-boarded safely after incident

The Independent UK

Fire in overhead locker on Virgin Australia flight believed to be caused by lithium battery in power bank

Sydney to Hobart flight landed safely on Monday after a small fire ignited in a passenger’s carry-on luggage

The Guardian - AU

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Fire breaks out onboard Virgin flight in landing drama

A Virgin Australia flight travelling between capital cities has landed safely after a fire broke out in an overhead compartment during its descent.

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How To Do An Adrenaline-Pumping Whitsundays Holiday ‘Cos It’s Not All Champagne & Caviar

Think of the Whitsundays and it’s easy to imagine luxe resorts, romantic honeymoons and the recently-popularised babymoon. Because of this high-end reputation, many locals can dismiss the Whitsundays as a place only reserved for newlyweds and retirees. Honestly, I was one of them. But now, post-Whitsundays adventure, I’m a total…

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Is it safe to travel to Bali and the rest of Indonesia after the volcanic eruption?

Flights to and from Bali have been cancelled or delayed for over 12 hours after Mount Lewotobi Laki Laki erupted

The Independent UK

Australia flights cancelled as bomb cyclone hits New South Wales

Qantas, Virgin Australia and Jetstar have cancelled flights to and from Sydney

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5 Reward Programs To Consider If You Want To Earn Points & Reap The Rewards

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Virgin soars in 'luckiest' Aussie share debut of year

Virgin Australia shares are trading higher as the nation's second-biggest airline returns to the ASX five years after it went bust.

AAP

Flights from Australia to Europe diverted after Iran’s attack on US base in Qatar

Foreign affairs minister Penny Wong said there had been ‘disruptions to flights with temporary airspace closures in the region’

The Guardian - AU

Is it safe to travel to Bali and rest of Indonesia after volcanic eruption? Your rights as flights cancelled

Dozens of flights have been grounded on Wednesday after a volcano erupted in Indonesia

The Independent UK

Qantas rebounds from worst-ever performance to be named world’s 14th best airline in ranking

Qatar Airways is named best airline for the second year, which will benefit Qantas’s main domestic competitor, Virgin Australia

The Guardian - AU

Australian navy ship accidentally blocks wifi across parts of New Zealand – as it happened

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The Guardian - AU

Virgin Australia is coming back to the share market. Here’s what this new chapter could mean

It is finally happening. After five years of being a private company, Virgin Australia will relist on the Australian Securities Exchange (ASX) on June 24. The company is expected to raise A$685 million through the initial public offering (IPO).

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More seats, cheaper fuel cut airfare costs for Aussies

Increased aviation routes and low fuel costs will keep downward pressure on airfares in the coming months, with prices down 12 per cent at the start of 2025.

The Independent UK

Virgin Australia to refund 61,000 customers after pricing error for flights

‘We want to do the right thing and that means acknowledging when we get things wrong and fixing it,’ said the airline

AAP

Refunds for flyers after airline's overpricing error

More than 60,000 people who booked flights in Australia in the last five years are set to be offered a partial refund after they were overcharged.

The Guardian - AU

Virgin Australia offers refunds to 61,000 passengers after charging incorrect itinerary change fees

The airline has apologised and begun informing passengers who are eligible for a refund, with an average value of $55

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Qatar deal helping cheaper fares take off: Virgin boss

Australians flying to the Middle East and beyond will have more options after the competition watchdog signed off on a long-awaited airline alliance.

International Business Times

Regulator Clears Qatar Airways-Virgin Australia Alliance

Australia's competition regulator gave the go-ahead Friday for Qatar Airways to launch an alliance with Virgin Australia.

AAP

Pay on delay protections would increase costs: airlines

Australia's airlines have argued a mandatory compensation scheme to passengers would pass on costs and wouldn't strengthen protections for customers.

The Guardian - AU

Ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred: what we know about when power and phone coverage will be restored

Here’s what we know so far about when electricity and mobile phone services will come back on, and when schools, airports and workplaces will reopen

The Independent UK

Brisbane airport shut as Australia faces further travel disruption due to Cyclone Alfred

Strong winds have shut Brisbane Airport before the cyclone has made landfall

The Guardian - AU

The Virgin-Qatar deal is welcome but it’s not the magic bullet Australian aviation needs

At a time when money can clearly be made domestically and passengers are paying more, this tie-up won’t fix competition woes

The Conversation

Virgin Australia’s deal with Qatar has been given the green light. Travellers should be the winners

Treasurer Jim Chalmers has given the green light for Qatar Airways to buy a 25% stake in Virgin Australia, as part of a strategic alliance. The deal will shake up the Australian aviation market.

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