Author: Matt Graham
Batik Air Malaysia to Fly Perth-Auckland
Batik Air Malaysia will compete with Air New Zealand offering non-stop flights between Perth and Auckland from 24 August 2023.
Huge Qantas International Network Expansion in 2023
As well as increasing flights to North America, Asia and New Zealand, Qantas will launch new routes from Brisbane to Wellington and Honiara from October 2023.
Will Newcastle Airport Get an Airline Lounge?
There are currently no airline lounges in Newcastle, making it the busiest Australian airport on Qantas' route map not to have one.
Qantas Tightens Lounge Guest Eligibility
From 15 June 2023, the Qantas Club will no longer allow flyers to bring guests into the lounge who aren't flying the same day on Qantas or a partner airline.
From the AFF Archives: Jetstar Starts Long-Haul Flights (December 2006)
Jetstar launched international long-haul flights and StarClass service to seven destinations in late 2006, using Airbus A330-200 aircraft.
Ola Waves Goodbye to Velocity Partnership
Velocity Frequent Flyer members will no longer be able to earn points with rideshare service Ola from 28 May 2023.
Claim Flights to Hong Kong with Cathay’s “World of Winners”
Cathay Pacific is giving away 6,020 return tickets from Australian cities to Hong Kong as part of its "World of Winners" promotion.
You’ll Soon Pay More to Leave Australia
The Australian government will increase the Passenger Movement Charge payable when departing Australia to $70 from 1 July 2024.
Don’t Accidentally Waste Your Qantas Points on Fuel!
If you don't want to spend Qantas points on fuel, you can disable the ability to redeem Qantas points at BP in the settings of the BPme app.