CATO reacts to shock departure of AFTA boss
The council’s MD, Brett Jardine, has provided his response to what was…
AFTA chief Darren Rudd departs
Darren Rudd has hopped out of the chief's chair at AFTA after…
National party pushes for $400 fortnightly top-up for travel industry post-JobKeeper
The Nats have backed a plan to redirect $180 million in government…
AFTA CEO meets with Tehan to discuss $130m agent relief funding
Darren Rudd and David Smith have dropped in on their mates in…
Key details emerge about government’s additional $130m for travel agents
Several key changes have been made to the second round of the…
All the details, all the reactions: Federal government’s $1.2bn tourism support package explained
After much anticipation, ScoMo and Josh have revealed how the government plans…
AFTA’s interim survey results reveal “distressing” statistics, says Rudd
AFTA has released interim results of its 'Travelsectorkeeper' survey, and they make…
“The travel industry has been the sacrificial lamb”: CATO bigwigs plead with Tourism Minister for financial aid
CATO’s delegation also bumped into AFTA’s boss while down in Canberra this…
AFTA urges agents to complete ‘Travelsectorkeeper’ survey and Aussie Specialist Program
Are repeated efforts to highlight your business' COVID-induced financial woes falling on…
More than $61m paid out to travel agents, as Tourism Minister meets with AFTA
Reading this is just like being a fly on the wall at…
AFTA continues to press govt for tailored support, as Frydenberg stands firm on JobKeeper
Staff at Parliament House’s café have already memorised Darren Rudd’s coffee order,…
AFTA prompts ACCC to update advice on COVID-affected travel
AFTA boss Darren Rudd has been rolling up his sleeves so much…
Tourism Minister eyes potential post-JobKeeper support package for travel industry
Fingers and toes are being crossed throughout the industry, as Australia’s new…
Northern Beaches COVID-19 outbreak led to $7 billion loss for tourism industry: TTF
Avalon residents have reportedly gone back into quarantine to escape the blame…
Federal government urged to introduce HECS-style loan scheme for small businesses
Could this turn out to be another much-needed funding opportunity for travel…
Health boss’ international travel prediction highlights need for “renamed and repurposed” JobKeeper: AFTA
Like the way that Pokémon character Jigglypuff turns into Wigglytuff, AFTA is…
Crucial details on agent support package emerge, as AFTA meets Deputy PM about JobKeeper
Wondering when you’ll be able claim for a one-off government payment, and…
Luxury Escapes rejoins AFTA
It appears a trend of online travel companies joining the federation is…
“Couldn’t ask for a better outcome”: AFTA chief reacts to historic government rescue package for agents
Darren Rudd has almost run out of superlatives to describe the federal…
Queensland to reopen border to Greater Sydney travellers from December
Palaszczuk has extended a pre-emptive welcome to Sydneysiders who want to spend…
Australia’s small business ombudsman says travel agent support package is “a matter of urgency”
The calls for ScoMo to get off his backside and announce the…
AFTA provides much-anticipated update on “frustratingly slow” government rescue package
Wondering when that federal government announcement of sector-specific support is happening? Get…
AFTA chief says Prime Minister set to announce agent-specific support package
Darren Rudd offered plenty of scoops to the Travel DAZE audience during…
Travel DAZE 2020 kicks off to a big virtual audience!
Did you register for Travel DAZE but forgot to set a reminder…
Have you seen the Travel DAZE 2020 agenda?
With Travel DAZE 2020 kicking off on Monday, start blocking out time…
Travel DAZE 2020 agenda revealed!
With just one week to go until Travel DAZE 2020 kicks off,…
Travel DAZE 2020 is just around the corner! Have you registered?
Is your diary looking pretty empty in the first week of November?…
“They deserve respect”: Former Labor leader states case for agent support from government
Bill and his faithful companion, Walter, are using their platform to elevate…
Travel DAZE 2020 speaker spotlight: Darren Rudd, AFTA
Rudd will be updating Travel DAZE attendees on his lobbying progress for…
Cultural tourism is an ace up the industry’s sleeve: AFTA chief
AFTA's chief has penned this exclusive op-ed for Travel Weekly, in which…
“The door is still open”: AFTA boss optimistic about sector-specific financial support
Have you let out a few swears over the lack of sector-specific…
Travel DAZE 2020 is on next month, and it’s free to attend!
The travel industry’s most thought-provoking conference is just over a month away,…
AFTA suffers $450K annual loss
AFTA’s financial health has been laid bare in its annual report, with…
South Australia to reopen borders with NSW, provided no community cases today
If today proves to be a great day for NSW in terms…
AFTA and CLIA welcome WA government’s $3m support package for travel agents
While Western Australian agents are breathing a sigh of relief, those in…
“This is a critical three-week window”: AFTA chief urges members to get lobbying
AFTA has given members the green light to get Zooming with their…
AFTA lobbies for $125m travel agent support package
The peak body for travel agents is continuing its charge towards sector-specific…
AFTA’s electorate visits deliver with MP raising plight of agents in Parliament
AFTA’s attention-grabbing efforts are having the desired effect, with agents’ struggles front…
AFTA takes case to Canberra
Keen to watch AFTA chair Tom Manwaring and CEO Darren Rudd in…
COVID-19 impact forces “tough” change at AFTA
The peak body for agents has announced a major operational change as…