Author: Matt Graham

Matt Graham

The editor of Australian Frequent Flyer, Matt's passion for travel has taken him to more than 100 countries… with the help of frequent flyer points, of course! Matt's favourite destinations (so far) are Germany, Brazil, Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan. His interests include aviation, economics & foreign languages, and he has a soft spot for good food and red wine. You can connect with Matt by posting on the Australian Frequent Flyer community forum and tagging @AFF Editor.

Cathay Pacific announces return to Adelaide

Cathay Pacific Returning to Adelaide in November 2025

Cathay Pacific will resume flights from Adelaide to Hong Kong in November 2025, with a seasonal 3x weekly A350 service. There are currently lots of reward seats available, including in Business Class.

The Qantas International Business Lounge at Sydney Airport

Qantas to Close Sydney Int’l Business Lounge for Major Upgrade

Qantas will open a temporary international Business Lounge at Sydney Airport in a crew briefing room, as it finally starts work on the major lounge refurbishment it first announced in 2018.

A Qantas Boeing 737-800 at Canberra Airport

Public Servants Spent $1 Million More on Flights During Double Qantas Status Credits

Australia's public servants booked 20% more Qantas domestic flights than the monthly average during Qantas' latest Double Status Credits promotion.

Virgin Australia Business Class service on the Cairns-Tokyo route

How to Upgrade Virgin Australia Flights

You can upgrade your Virgin Australia flight using Velocity points, by bidding for a paid upgrade or as a Velocity Platinum member.

Skytrans and QantasLink Dash 8s at Lord Howe Island

Qantas Retreats from Lord Howe Island

Qantas has handed over its Sydney-Lord Howe Island route to Skytrans, which is now operating these flights with former QantasLink Q200s.

Etihad Airbus A380

Last Chance to Redeem Velocity Points on Etihad & Hawaiian Airlines

It's now your last chance to redeem Velocity Points on Etihad Airways and Hawaiian Airlines, with both airlines soon ending their partnerships with Virgin Australia.

Qantas A380 First Class

How to Fly First Class with Qantas Points

By redeeming Qantas Frequent Flyer points wisely, you could fly First Class with Qantas or one of seven partner airlines.

Qantas Adelaide Business Lounge seating

New Qantas Domestic Business Lounge Opens in Adelaide

Qantas has opened its brand new domestic Business Lounge at Adelaide Airport. With seating for 190 people, the centrepiece is the Market Stand with plated dishes.

How to Get Free Qantas Wine Premium Membership

How to Get Free Qantas Wine Premium Membership

Qantas Wine Premium members earn bonus points and get complimentary delivery on all orders. There are multiple ways to get this membership for free.