News
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Sabre deal tick
Thursday | Apr 9 2020SABRE’S long-awaited acquisition of Farelogix (TD 15 Nov 2018) has moved a step closer after a judge ruled against a bid by the US Justice Department attempting to stop the US$360m takeover.
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AKL raises cash
Thursday | Apr 9 2020AUCKLAND International Airport has opened up a new NZ$200 million Share Purchase Plan, as part of an equity raise of up to NZ$1.2 billion to reinforce its balance sheet during the COVID-19 travel shutdown.
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Abu Dhabi online
Thursday | Apr 9 2020THE Department of Culture and Tourism Abu Dhabi has launched a new “CulturAll” social media initiative, featuring dynamic content from the wide array of historic, traditional and cultural venues in Abu Dhabi.
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Rex Qld agreement
Thursday | Apr 9 2020REGIONAL Express (Rex) yesterday reached an agreement with the Queensland Government on a reduced air service schedule, as flagged last week (TD 01 Apr).
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MEL targets freight
Thursday | Apr 9 2020MELBOURNE Airport has been focused on attracting additional freighter services, with CEO Lyell Strambi welcoming a whopping 15 new cargo operators to the 24/7 curfew-free facility in just the last two weeks to meet demand following the drop in passenger flight belly space.
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Wolgan on pause
Thursday | Apr 9 2020EMIRATES One&Only Wolgan Valley Resort & Spa has temporarily ceased operating for an indefinite period, as it reacts to the ongoing COVID-19 crisis.
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Singapore is shut
Thursday | Apr 9 2020AUTHORITIES in Singapore have clamped down further on border closures, with no entry or transit permitted for any short-term visitors until further notice.
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APG policy update
Thursday | Apr 9 2020INTERLINE e-ticketing provider APG has issued a new COVID-19 policy, confirming free date changes as well as full refunds through BSP Link from 01 Jan 2021 if tickets for flights 01 Mar-30 Jun are not reissued before 30 Sep 2020.
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Free TAFE training
Thursday | Apr 9 2020TAFE NSW has launched a suite of 21 fee-free short courses, with the online offering available to anyone wanting to up-skill during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Fiji says “Sota tale”
Thursday | Apr 9 2020TOURISM Fiji has launched a new social media campaign based on the Fijian phrase “Sota tale” which means “stay safe and we will see you soon”.