Qantas petition former staff to return to the cabins
Qantas is calling back for old cabin staff like an ex-girlfriend who…
Airlines record poor domestic performance as Qantas baggage handler claims 1 in 10 bags miss flights
Not to brag or anything but Travel Weekly has never lost anyone's…
Travel agents’ national day of action highlights cruise industry struggle
Travel agents took to the streets earlier this week, just like they…
Inbound tourism recovery will rely on approval of China’s COVID vaccine, warns TTF boss
Margy Osmond gave the Senate a good talking too last week, also…
Federal government expands eligibility for SME Recovery Loan Scheme
With many businesses in the industry now on their last legs, here’s…
“Definitely tougher than this time last year”: AFTA and agents plead for return of JobKeeper
As these agents all attest, it’s time for ScoMo to loosen the…
One of Australia’s largest hostel groups collapses into administration
Looks like backpackers may need to find somewhere else to play beer…
Business Events Grants Program “not sufficient nor effective enough” to support industry post-JobKeeper: BECA
The end of JobKeeper has prompted yet another ominous warning from BECA…
JobKeeper ends: Where do we go from here?
The federal government's controversial payment scheme has come to an end. Here's…
NSW’s $51.5m package “a huge win” for accommodation, says trade body
The state government has commited $51.5 million to get people back in…
NSW announces targeted support for business events industry as part of $51.5m package
The state government has committed $51.5 million to get people back in…
Hotels call for “vital” targeted support post-JobKeeper
Hotels tell ScoMo not to expect a red carpet rollout at the…
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…
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…
Tourism industry rescue package to be unveiled in “a matter of days”, says Treasurer
Josh Frydenberg says the travel industry won't have to wait much longer…
“We need to address the elephant in the room”: travel agent implores government to make ‘that announcement’
An Aussie agent has waxed poetic about the travel industry's struggles in…
Collapse of Helloworld agencies prompt urgent warning from business restructuring expert
Struggling travel companies are being urged to seek help before JobKeeper is…
AFTA’s interim survey results reveal “distressing” statistics, says Rudd
AFTA has released interim results of its 'Travelsectorkeeper' survey, and they make…
Qantas suffers $1bn half-yearly loss, pushes back international flight plans
The flying kangaroo won't be hopping overseas as soon as originally hoped,…
“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…
OPINION: Let’s lean into the calm before the storm
Here, a travel agency boss has gone all reflective on the industry’s…
Travel agent slams ScoMo over lack of industry support with cheeky meme
A Victorian-based travel agent has crafted a cheeky little meme to slam…
BECA urges JobKeeper extension and evidence-based, consistent approach to state borders
That is, the Business Events Council of Australia and not the sitcom…
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,…
Queensland and South Australia to reopen borders for NSW travellers
Things are starting to look up for Berejiklian, even if she did…
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…
Unions take Qantas to High Court over JobKeeper “wage theft”
Having lost on appeal in the Federal Court late last year, the…
Qantas wins Federal Court appeal for JobKeeper back pay case
The flying kangaroo has just dodged having to pay workers thousands of…
Qantas CEO says vaccines could restart international travel before “bubbles” eventuate
To be fair, Aussies were expecting to be able to travel to…
Tour operators need JobKeeper support until international borders reopen: ATEC
Peter Shelley has given ScoMo a bit of a nudge to provide…
Victoria’s adventure tourism operators say Federal Budget provides “no lifeline”
While certain support for Australia’s under-siege tourism industry formed part of the…
Qantas workers likely to receive thousands in unpaid wages after airline loses JobKeeper court case
The Flying Kangaroo's cost-saving targets just became a little harder to hit…
Accor’s Simon McGrath urges Queensland to set hard border opening date
While Simon McGrath is smiling in the accompanying photo, his commentary is…
Aviation Wrap: Rex in line for $150m of funding, Velocity’s ‘Double Points’ campaign + MORE
We can't promise this week's Aviation Wrap is all good news, but…
Federal government relaxes JobKeeper eligibility requirements
Victorian businesses are breathing a sigh of relief after the government made…
OPINION: Why the government must step in and save Australia’s aviation industry
The TWU's Michael Kaine has penned an urgent message to the government…
