Kangaroo Island notches #2 spot on Lonely Planet’s must-visit regions list
Kangaroo Island has been crowned one of the world's must-visit regions by travel publication Lonely Planet, bringing new international acclaim to its eco-tourism and wellness retreat businesses.
Missing receipts sink Queensland director’s $50,000 claim for work-related tax deductions
A Queensland director has been unsuccessful in his bid to claim nearly $50,000 in business travel, accommodation, and food costs as income tax deductions because he didn't have the receipts.
Bonza airlines cuts five of 27 services, as major marketing efforts meet the realities of regional aviation
Australia's Bonza airline has cut five routes from its roster, just months after the low-cost carrier entered the market and launched a high-profile marketing campaign to win passengers from its incumbent competitors.
“It’s just not fair”: Andrew Leigh targets Booking.com and Expedia contracts as Treasury considers legislative crackdown
A new Treasury consultation seeks feedback on 'price parity' clauses offered by online travel agencies, which can force small accommodation businesses to offer their cheapest possible price on major platforms.
Luggage startup July rolls to top spot in 2022 Smart50 list
Powered by a spike in post-lockdown travel, luggage startup July has won first place in the annual Smart50 list of the fastest growing Australian companies.
Qantas says multi-employer bargaining could jeopardise flight routes as unions condemn employment “loopholes”
Labor's omnibus industrial relations reform could impose devastating costs on Australian airlines and put the "viability of some services into question", Qantas says.
Ruby the Roo might not solve Australia’s international tourism woes, say small businesses
Tourism Australia's CGI mascot will roll out in 15 key markets, but smaller travel operators suggest the campaign could be more nuanced in its approach.
Managers are lagging other employees in the rush back to the office, new WFH data shows
As Australian company leaders usher employees back into the office, new research suggests managers are still spending more time working from home than their colleagues.
WA records 28% increase in interstate visitor numbers and 12% increase in visitor spend
Perth has boasted the biggest visitor growth of any capital city in the latest data from Tourism Research Australia.
Qantas’s tough times are likely to continue, with a return to normal service and profitability a world away
As domestic and international travel picks up, Qantas is struggling to keep up, and there's no quick or easy fix.
Qantas posts $1.86 billion loss for FY22 but clearer skies are ahead, CEO Alan Joyce says
Qantas CEO Alan Joyce says the airline is moving back to profitability, despite posting an underlying loss of nearly $1.9 billion for the 2022 financial year and weathering damage to its global reputation.
Qantas CEO Alan Joyce’s apology “irrelevant” next to business traveler bonuses, brand expert says
Qantas CEO Alan Joyce has rolled out a rare corporate apology to passengers stricken by flight delays, lost baggage, and lengthy customer service wait times, offering benefits and $50 flight vouchers to loyal customers.
