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 @Mattg.

BRISBANE, AUSTRALIA - MAY 19, 2020: Banner of Commonwealth Bank of Australia (CBA) flagship headquarters office in Brisbane Central Business District on Queen Street. There are people standing on the street.

CommBank’s New Smart Awards Credit Card Has No Forex Fees

The CommBank Smart Awards credit card is a mid-tier rewards card that could be a good option for people who do a lot of overseas travel.

Etihad Airways Boeing 787 Business Class

Great Etihad Business Class Deal to Copenhagen

Etihad Airways has some great Business Class sale fares from Australia to Copenhagen from $4,820 return. Book by 13 June 2023.

TAM Airlines joins Oneworld alliance

Podcast #102: Airline Alliances with Mark Ross-Smith

In episode 102 of AFF on Air, loyalty expert Mark Ross-Smith explains how airline alliances like Oneworld, SkyTeam and Star Alliance work behind the scenes.

AFF on AIR podcast artwork

Airline Alliances with Mark Ross-Smith – AIR102

Have you ever wondered how airline alliances or hotel loyalty programs work behind the scenes? In this episode, Matt is joined by an expert in loyalty programs, former Malaysia Airlines Enrich CEO and current StatusMatch.com CEO Mark Ross-Smith for a chat about the world of airline alliances. Find out what airlines need to do in … Continued

Plaza Premium Lounge at Adelaide Airport

New International Lounge Opens at Adelaide Airport

A very pleasant new Plaza Premium Lounge has opened in the international departures area of Adelaide Airport. It's open from 7-10am daily.

Rex Boeing 737-800 at Sydney Airport

Rex Expands Jet Network to Hobart

Rex will commence Boeing 737 flights from Melbourne to Hobart on 17 August 2023, expanding the airline's jet network to seven destinations.

Brisbane airport departures board showing many cancelled flights

ACCC Backs Flight Delay Compensation Scheme in Australia

The ACCC has called on the government to consider a compensation scheme for Australian airline passengers with delayed or cancelled flights.

British Airways Club Suite business class

Great BA Premium & Business Award Availability to Singapore

British Airways currently has up to six reward seats available to book using Qantas points in World Traveller Plus and Club World on many Sydney-Singapore flights.

New Virgin Australia 737 Economy Class

Velocity’s New Peak & Off-Peak Reward Seat Pricing

Velocity Frequent Flyer has decreased the number of points needed to redeem for some domestic Virgin Australia flights in Economy Class.