News
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The Jury is in!
Thursday | Aug 25 2022GLOBAL Touring has announced the appointment of Kate Jury as BDM, representing both Topdeck Travel and Back-Roads Touring in Vic, Tas and SA – more industry moves on page seven.
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New QF US route
Thursday | Aug 25 2022QANTAS has announced a new non-stop service between Auckland and New York (TD breaking news), with the 787-9 flight to kick off on 14 Jun 2023.
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QF lounge upgrades
Thursday | Aug 25 2022NEW Qantas lounges in Adelaide, Auckland, Port Hedland and Rockhampton were announced today, as part of the carrier’s ongoing investment in the customer experience.
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TripADeal delivers
Thursday | Aug 25 2022THE Qantas acquisition of 51% of TripADeal (TD 24 May) is “already delivering”, according to CEO Alan Joyce, who today noted sales in the first month jumped 70%, while QF Frequent Flyers have so far redeemed 150 million points on TripADeal packages.
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QF staff benefits
Thursday | Aug 25 2022QANTAS today announced a “major improvement” in its staff travel benefits as a way of boosting retention, including better access for family members and expanding the already significant fare discounts offered under the scheme.
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FC recruiting focus
Thursday | Aug 25 2022FLIGHT Centre Travel Group last month reinitiated its novice recruitment program in earnest, and is now attracting around 4,500 applicants per month in Australia.
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Shops reopening
Thursday | Aug 25 2022THE global Flight Centre shop network now comprises 469 stores, with an additional 43 set to open by the end of Dec.
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Rex $46m loss
Thursday | Aug 25 2022REGIONAL Express says its operational figures for the new financial year indicate that “we have turned the corner”, after reporting a $46 million loss for 2021/22 (TD breaking news).
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Virgin adds four
Thursday | Aug 25 2022VIRGIN Australia has announced the addition of four Boeing 737 MAX 8 aircraft to its fleet, with delivery starting in the second half of 2023.
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Air NZ in the red
Thursday | Aug 25 2022AIR New Zealand joined the ranks of pandemic-impacted airlines today, announcing a NZ$810 million statutory loss for the 12 months to 30 Jun.