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SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Lochlan Halloway from Morningstar to find out why investors lost confidence as the ASX ends its five week winning streak and takes a closer look at two big deals entering the market, a potential takeover of Santos and the relisting of Virgin Australia.
Send us a textLinking the Travel Industry is a business travel podcast where we review the top travel industry stories that are posted on LinkedIn by LinkedIn members. We curate the top posts and discuss with them with travel industry veterans in a live session with audience members. You can join the live recording session by visiting BusinessTravel360.comYour Hosts are Riaan van Schoor, Ann Cederhall and Aash ShravahStories covered on this session include -Air France-KLM, Delta Air Lines, Virgin Atlantic and IndiGo (InterGlobe Aviation Ltd) announce an extensive partnership.Air France-KLM also took it further in a partnership deal with Riyadh Air | طيران الرياض.Amadeus makes an investment in Acai Travel, who provides AI driven services to TMCs and OTAs.Uber acquires Denmark's largest taxi operator, Dantaxi.Virgin Australia launch their highly anticipated IPO.The government of Norway sell their remaining stake in Norwegian.Iberia looks outside the industry and turns to Amazon Web Services (AWS) to "accelerate their digital transformation".You can subscribe to this podcast by searching 'BusinessTravel360' on your favorite podcast player or visiting BusinessTravel360.comThis podcast was created, edited and distributed by BusinessTravel360. Be sure to sign up for regular updates at BusinessTravel360.com - Enjoy!Support the show
Vet Locks Himself In Hot Car Dr. Ernie Ward aimed to raise awareness about the extreme heat a car can reach and the potential dangers it poses to dogs. So he "shvitzed it out" inside his Coupe, all the while videotaping it for posterity. He shares his experience with us. Listen Now Plastic Surgery For Pets Pets and their owners do tend to look alike after a while, but are some pet owners going to extremes to prove the point? Animal expert Kim Baker says we're seeing more and more pet owners taking their pets in for cosmetic surgery. Listen Now Pets Earn Frequent Flyer Miles Pets are being rewarded for loyalty not just by their owners, but by airlines, as part of a growing number of pet frequent flier programs. Dogs and cats that travel on a Virgin Australia domestic flight can now collect points for their owners that can then be used to obtain discounts on future flights. Listen Now Overtime for the Dream Team Can you give your pet Aspirin? Do our pets have the same blood as humans? How does Clicker Training work? Should there be a Cat Leash Law? Dr. Debbie, dog trainer Alan Kabel, and Britt Savage tackle these curiosities. Where else will you learn this stuff? Listen Now Going the Distance What are you willing to do or pay to keep your pet healthy? More and more of us are pawning our wedding rings just to afford the more expensive surgeries to heal our pets. Is $3000 too much to pay to fix Fido's torn ACL? Listen Now World's Most Luxurious Cat Food At $40 A Can British celebrity chef Simon Rimmer believes he's come up with the world's most luxurious cat food. He worked closely with animal experts to create a "once-in-nine-lifetimes" food experience featuring roasted duck, lobster sushi rolls, and Beluga caviar. Listen Now Read more about this week's show.
This week on Curve Weekly: political chaos, market meltdowns, and a Swiftie-sized power move. Vic and Soph unpack the billionaire breakup of Elon and Trump (EV shade, Twitter tantrums, and all), dive into what's next for Tesla, and chat about why space is suddenly the place to invest.They also get into the IPO buzz (hi, Virgin Australia and Wise), plus Taylor Swift's epic move to buy back her music — and what it taught them about contracts, control, and calling the shots.Finance meets pop culture, with zero snore-factor. Let's go.________________Here is the link for the free investing workshop for beginners on June 16.________________WTF Does That Mean? A Guide to All the Jargony Bits________________EV Subsidies – Govt discounts for buying electric cars. Bye subsidies = bye Tesla share price.IPO – A company's stock market debut. A financial coming-out party.Fintech – Money tech like Wise, Sharesies, and your phone's wallet.Master Rights – Who owns the actual song recording. Taylor wanted these.Publishing Rights – Who wrote the song. Think lyrics + melody.Private Equity – Big money buying stuff to resell for more.Stock Exchange – Where shares are bought + sold.S&P 500 – The 500 biggest US companies.Capital Markets – Fancy term for the world of investing.Scott Galloway – Bold, brainy biz guy. Says what we're all thinking.________________Leave us a message on The Curve Hotline
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Daniel Ives from Wedbush and Alex Pollak, CIO at Loftus Peak about the deteriorating relationship between Donald Trump and Elon Musk as Tesla's share price tumbled overnight, plus a look at the day's sharemarket moves including Virgin Australia's IPO with Heath Moss from HLM Investments.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Daniel Ives from Wedbush and Alex Pollak, CIO at Loftus Peak about the deteriorating relationship between Donald Trump and Elon Musk as Tesla's share price tumbled overnight, plus a look at the day's sharemarket moves including Virgin Australia's IPO with Heath Moss from HLM Investments.
Submit your stock picks here: ausbiz.co/callpicksAdam Dawes from Shaw and Partners and Rudi Filapek from FNArena go in-depth and stock specific on ‘the call.'Black Cat Syndicate (BC8) Codan (CDA)Brickworks (BKR) EVT (EVT)Wesfarmers (WES) Macquarie (MQG) Netwealth (NWL) EchoIQ (EIQ)Ansell (ANN) Megaport (MP1) Stock of the day: Virgin Australia - to listen go to https://ausbiz.co/STODGet your stock pick to the front of the queue by becoming an ausbiz contributor: https://ausbiz.co/contributorsAnd we'd love it if you could leave us a review below! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
A very special Weekend Edition - our first ever recording in front of a live audience! This episode was recorded on Thursday night at the launch of Michael Thompson's new novel, All the Perfect Days. And what a competition it was: the economy vs Trump/Musk, the return of uranium and Virgin Australia, and a truckload of bees!Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson go head to head on the top business stories of the week, with Adam Lang picking a winner in a fierce debate.Join our free daily newsletter here!Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Thursday 5 June 2025 Economic growth slows to a crawl putting pressure on the Reserve Bank to cut interest rates. And more, including: The value of Australia’s biggest company, the Commonwealth Bank, pushes beyond $300 billion for the first time. Virgin Australia set to list on the ASX. Meta goes nuclear, as big tech searches for green energy sources. Elon Musk hammers Donald Trump’s tax cuts. Book your free ticket to Fear & Greed’s first ever live show in Sydney on June 5, combined with the launch of Michael’s new novel All The Perfect Days. Join our free daily newsletter here. And don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? - how to decide between competing life and financial goals. Get the episode from APPLE, SPOTIFY, or anywhere you listen to podcasts.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Virgin Australia offers $3000 worth of shares to staff as it prepares for takeoff… onto the ASX. Glencore, the mining behemoth, has shifted over $30 billion of its assets into an Australian subsidiary… but there seems to be more than meets the eye. The New York Times signs its first-ever AI deal after years of pushing back against AI companies - but it’s not with its arch-nemesis OpenAI. _ Download the free app (App Store): http://bit.ly/FluxAppStorel Download the free app (Google Play): http://bit.ly/FluxappGooglePlay Daily newsletter: https://bit.ly/fluxnewsletter Flux on Instagram: http://bit.ly/fluxinsta Flux on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@flux.finance —- The content in this podcast reflects the views and opinions of the hosts, and is intended for personal and not commercial use. We do not represent or endorse the accuracy or reliability of any opinion, statement or other information provided or distributed in these episodes.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Fran Grant is a Yuin woman, and her Aboriginal family comes from the NSW South Coast. She holds a Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood Education) and a Master of Strategic Communication. She is a current Lecturer in Social and Political Sciences at UTS. Fran is the child of a Stolen Child and the experiences of these children, and their lives in the aftermath, is the focus of her research. She is a current, accredited, Classroom Teacher, a member of Gidget Foundation First Nations Working Group, and of Waverley College’s Advisory Council and Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP) Working Group. Fran previously worked in the airline industry (both QANTAS and Virgin Australia) as a Customer Service Agent and was most recently the Chair of QANTAS’ Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Employee Network, Daramu. In this episode Fran talks about her life and family legacy, and music's role in building and keeping relationships. Warning - Aboriginal and Torres Straight Islander listeners are warned that this episode contains discussion about and the names of people who have died. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
CarTrawler, the leading B2B technology provider of car rental solutions to the global travel industry, has announced a new car rental partnership with Virgin Australia. This collaboration marks another major airline partnership launch for CarTrawler and represents a significant step in further enhancing the travel experience for Virgin Australia customers. Virgin Australia, one of Australia's largest and most loved airlines, is headquartered in Brisbane, Queensland, and operates a comprehensive network of domestic and short-haul international flights. Known for its award-winning service and great value, Virgin Australia flew over 19.2 million passengers in 2024, and its loyalty program, Velocity Frequent Flyer, recently surpassed 13 million members. Through this new partnership, CarTrawler will provide Virgin Australia's customers with a seamless car rental booking experience at competitive rates, offering access to a wide range of vehicles from top car rental providers, including Europcar, Hertz, Dollar, Thrifty, and Sixt. Velocity Frequent Flyer members will also benefit from the opportunity to earn and redeem Velocity Points on car rentals, enhancing the travel rewards experience for millions. Aileen McCormack, Chief Commercial Officer at CarTrawler, commented: "We are thrilled to be Virgin Australia's exclusive car rental partner. Virgin Australia is an amazing airline, and their dedicated focus on customer service will be reflected in the unique car rental proposition we will provide to their customers, giving them unparalleled choice and convenience. "We are proud of our continued 100% success rate in securing partnerships with the world's leading global airlines, which underscores the trust and value travel brands place in our technology and teams. We look forward to building a successful and long-lasting relationship with Virgin Australia." Velocity Frequent Flyer Chief Executive Officer, Nick Rohrlach, is thrilled to have CarTrawler on board as a partner, offering immense value for the program's members: "Velocity Frequent Flyer is always looking for new ways to enhance the travel experience for its members. This partnership with CarTrawler offers exceptional value and choice, allowing members to earn and redeem Points seamlessly when booking a car rental. "From airport to the alpines, we know how important reliable service is for our members. We are proud to be partnering with CarTrawler to take care of their travel needs on the ground while we take care of them in the air." This partnership also marks the return of another major airline to the CarTrawler platform, with Virgin Australia rejoining, following Jet2 and Finnair in re-establishing their partnerships with CarTrawler in recent months. They now form part of CarTrawler's extensive global network of airlines and travel providers, which includes American Airlines, Jet2 and Jet2holidays, Air France-KLM, Wizz Air, United Airlines, easyJet, Uber, and Emirates. See more stories here.
The tie-up between Qatar Airways and Virgin Australia was supposed to increase competition, and reduce airfares for travellers. But as we enter the northern summer, and demand increases for flights to Europe, that hasn’t exactly happened yet. On the other hand - flights to the US are suddenly a lot more affordable.Aviation commentator Geoffrey Thomas is founder and editor-in-chief of 42 Thousand Feet, and talks to Sean Aylmer about airfares, Qantas, Virgin, and which of the world's airlines are leading the way on going green.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Yesterday former Virgin Australia boss Jayne Hrdlicka was announced as the incoming CEO of Endeavour, the hospitality group that owns Dan Murphy’s and BWS liquor stores, as well as hundreds of pubs around the country.Endeavour was spun out of Woolworths in 2021, and has had a pretty challenging couple of years, in part due to cost of living pressures hitting retail sales.Johannes Faul, Director of Equity Research ANZ at Morningstar, talks to Sean Aylmer about whether a new CEO will be able to turn Endeavour around, as well as the broader state of the retail sector.This is general information only and you should seek professional advice before making investment decisions.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Wednesday 30 April 2025 Energy giant Woodside will spend $27 billion developing an LNG plant in Louisiana in the south of the US, which would put it among the major global gas producers. And more, including: James Packer sets a suburb record after selling a mansion in Beverly Hills. We take a look at 100 days of Donald Trump. Plus the latest political news ahead of Saturday’s election. And the former boss of Virgin Australia to take over Dan Murphy’s owner, Endeavour Group. Join our free daily newsletter here! Donate to Sean and Adam’s Ride for Country Kids here And don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? - a step-by-step guide to getting started in shares. Get the episode from APPLE, SPOTIFY, or anywhere you listen to podcasts.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Send us a textLinking the Travel Industry is a business travel podcast where we review the top travel industry stories that are posted on LinkedIn by LinkedIn members. We curate the top posts and discuss with them with travel industry veterans in a live session with audience members. You can join the live recording session by visiting BusinessTravel360.comYour Hosts are Riaan van Schoor, Ann Cederhall and Aash ShravahStories covered on this session include -A United Airlines flight diverted to Washington Dulles Airport on 3 April after galley oven smoke filled the cabin, marking the fifth such incident among major U.S. carriers in 2025.A wing collision at Washington's Reagan Airport on 10 April involving an American Airlines flight. This marks the third similar event at this airport since 2022.A sight seeing helicopter crashes in the Hudson River in New York, with six fatalities. Caution: distressing video in this link.Ted Christie steps down from his role as Spirit Airlines CEO. Carmen S. writes about American Airlines's move to bring airport service staff numbers down this summer, instead of up.US airlines Republic Airways and the holding company of Mesa Airlines, Inc. are combining in an all-stock deal.Greek air traffic controllers went on strike on 9 April, causing substantial flight cancellations in the area.India and China are in talks to resume direct flights between them. Virgin Australia reveals they have identified more than 60,000 customers who may have been overcharged over a five year period, and that they will be refunding those affected.You can subscribe to this podcast by searching 'BusinessTravel360' on your favorite podcast player or visiting BusinessTravel360.comThis podcast was created, edited and distributed by BusinessTravel360. Be sure to sign up for regular updates at BusinessTravel360.com - Enjoy!Support the show
✈️ Is your next flight in trouble? Rhea is back with Lee Harris of ATPI Travel in this episode of Crew Travel on Yachting International Radio, diving into: The worst UK airports for flight delays (you'll want to avoid these!) Radisson Hotel Group's new sleep-enhancing initiative—can it really help you rest better on the road? A looming strike at Helsinki Airport—what it means for your travel plans Qatar Airways & Virgin Australia's exclusive dining rewards program—and how YOU can benefit Plus: Lee's latest adventures and an open invite for travel lovers to connect!
Virgin Australia has admitted to overcharging 61,000 customers… just as it prepares for an ASX comeback Donald Trump has put a 90 day pause on his mega-tariffs and it’s largely because the bond market threw a tantrum Canva has dropped one of its biggest product updates ever to compete head on with Microsoft’s Office Suite _ Download the free app (App Store): http://bit.ly/FluxAppStorel Download the free app (Google Play): http://bit.ly/FluxappGooglePlay Daily newsletter: https://bit.ly/fluxnewsletter Flux on Instagram: http://bit.ly/fluxinsta Flux on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@flux.finance —- The content in this podcast reflects the views and opinions of the hosts, and is intended for personal and not commercial use. We do not represent or endorse the accuracy or reliability of any opinion, statement or other information provided or distributed in these episodes.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Afternoon Headlines: Key Democrats alleging possible insider trading after Donald Trump’s tariff pause and Virgin Australia reportedly overcharged customers $3.3 million. Deep Dive: The violent video game No Mercy which glorifies rape and violence has just been banned in Australia. Its contents are horrific and has sparked another important conversation about what our young people are being exposed to online. In this episode of The Briefing Natarsha Belling is joined by cybersecurity expect Susan McLean to discuss the urgent need for action and why those responsible aren’t being held to account. If you or someone you know needs help, you can phone Lifeline 13 11 14, Kids Helpline on 1800 55 1800, or 1800 RESPECT (1800 737 732). Follow The Briefing: TikTok: @listnrnewsroom Instagram: @listnrnewsroom @thebriefingpodcast YouTube: @LiSTNRnewsroom Facebook: @LiSTNR NewsroomSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Virgin Australia has admitted to overcharging 61,000 passengers due to a booking system coding error dating back to April 2020.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
AWS partners Braze, Qualtrics, and Tealium share strategies for marketplace success, vertical industry expansion, and generative AI integration that have driven significant business growth. Topics Include:Jason Warren introduces AWS Business Application Partnerships panel.Three key topics: Marketplace Strategy, Vertical Expansion, Gen-AI Integration.Alex Rees of Braze, Matthew Gray of Tealium, and Jason Mann of Qualtrics join discussion.Braze experienced triple-digit percentage growth through AWS Marketplace.Braze dedicating resources specifically to Marketplace procurement.Tealium accelerated deal velocity by listing on Marketplace.Tealium saw broader use case expansion with AWS co-selling.Qualtrics views Marketplace listing as earning a "diploma."Understanding AWS incentives and metrics is crucial.Knowing AWS "love language" helps partnership success.Braze saw transaction volume increase between Q1 and Q4.Aligning with industry verticals unlocked faster growth.Tealium sees bigger deals and faster close times.Tealium moved from transactional to strategic marketplace approach.Private offers work well for complex enterprise agreements.Qualtrics measures AWS partnership through "influence, intel, introductions."AWS relationships help navigate IT and procurement challenges.Propensity-to-buy data guides AWS engagement strategy.Marketplace strategy evolving with new capabilities and international expansion.Brazilian marketplace distribution reduces currency and tax challenges.Partnership evolution: sell first, then market, then co-innovate.Braze penetrated airline market through AWS Travel & Hospitality.RFP introductions show tangible partnership benefits.Tealium partnering with Virgin Australia and United Airlines.MUFG bank case study shows joint AWS-Tealium success.Qualtrics won awards despite not completing formal competencies.Focus on fewer verticals yields better results.Gen AI brings both opportunities and regulatory concerns.First-party data rights critical for AI implementation.AWS Bedrock integration provides security and prescriptive solutions.Participants:Alex Rees – Director Tech Partnerships, BrazeJason Mann – Global AWS Alliance Lead, QualtricsMatthew Gray - SVP, Partnerships & Alliances, TealiumJason Warren - Head of Business Applications ISV Partnerships (Americas), AWSSee how Amazon Web Services gives you the freedom to migrate, innovate, and scale your software company at https://aws.amazon/isv/
Domain has received a "best and final" acquisition offer from digital property giant CoStar.. And now the decision is in the hands of its major shareholder Elon Musk’s AI firm, xAI, has acquired his own social media platform X in a $33 billion USD deal Virgin Australia is kicking off its IPO roadshow this week as it looks likely to list on the ASX in 2025 _ Download the free app (App Store): http://bit.ly/FluxAppStorel Download the free app (Google Play): http://bit.ly/FluxappGooglePlay Daily newsletter: https://bit.ly/fluxnewsletter Flux on Instagram: http://bit.ly/fluxinsta Flux on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@flux.finance —- The content in this podcast reflects the views and opinions of the hosts, and is intended for personal and not commercial use. We do not represent or endorse the accuracy or reliability of any opinion, statement or other information provided or distributed in these episodes.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
As a leader, how do you know when it's time to quit and how should you best step away from a role you've loved? Jayne Hrdlicka has had a high-profile and high-powered career as CEO of Virgin Australia. She was also CEO of Jetstar, held senior roles at Qantas and was CEO of The a2 Milk Company. In her first interview since stepping down from Virgin, she opened up about what leadership looks like from the top and what she wishes she knew before she started. Join the movement to fast-track your professional development. Become an FW Diamond member today. Keep up with @futurewomen on Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn and Threads See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Từ chuyện ‘bán vé ma' cho đến chậm trễ, hủy chuyến không bồi thường cho hành khách, Virgin Australia và Qantas đang phải giải trình trách nhiệm của mình trước quốc hội Úc.
Between tropical cyclones, cockpit medical episodes, and airport security breaches – and all of those just in Australia – one could perhaps be forgiven this week for having a sudden bout of aerophobia. There's been a harsher spotlight on aviation safety stateside, too, with staffing cuts threatening the Federal Aviation Administration, as well as SpaceX's latest Starship explosion forcing the closure of four major airports in Florida. Adam and Jake look back at a wild week in the skies and discuss some of the safety concerns that have been brought to the forefront. Plus, some long-awaited white smoke at Virgin Australia as a new chief executive is announced just hours before the carrier is awarded its coveted 28 weekly flights to Doha – so what will Jayne Hrdlicka's legacy be as she finally bows out of the top job?
Send us a textLinking the Travel Industry is a business travel podcast where we review the top travel industry stories that are posted on LinkedIn by LinkedIn members. We curate the top posts and discuss with them with travel industry veterans in a live session with audience members. You can join the live recording session by visiting BusinessTravel360.comYour Hosts are Riaan van Schoor, Ann Cederhall and Aash ShravahStories covered on this session include -"No more tiers" - easyJet tries to lure some of the unhappy British Airways frequent flyer customers with discounts on their own corporate loyalty program.The Flight Centre Travel Group increased their underlying profit by 7% in 2024, boosted with a 2% increase in corporate travel transaction values. American Express Global Business Travel also reported a 10% overall increase in total transaction value in Q4 2024, resulting in a solid financial performance from the TMC.... whilst it seems different in the UK, for some. A report released by The Advantage Travel Partnership and Travelogix suggests the average TMC transaction value declined for a 3rd year in a row, being 6.8% lower in 2024. Qantas also reported on record earnings, posting a 11.2% profit jump for 2024.Qatar Airways receives approval for their desired 25% stake in Virgin Australia.The Expedia Group reaches an agreement with Southwest Airlines, making them the first major OTA to offer the airline's content.The South African domestic airline Airlink increases their alignment with Qatar Airways and can now be paid for in Avios.The Australian OTA Webjet.com.au agrees to pay AUD 9m fine and court costs relating to alleged misleading online sales practices and fee disclosures.Etihad might become the first Gulf carrier to go public in 17 years. It is currently seeking an investor to aid it's IPO ambitions. flydubai posts record profits of $674m for 2024.You can subscribe to this podcast by searching 'BusinessTravel360' on your favorite podcast player or visiting BusinessTravel360.comThis podcast was created, edited and distributed by BusinessTravel360. Be sure to sign up for regular updates at BusinessTravel360.com - Enjoy!Support the show
Virgin Australia airline’s hypocrisy on display, King Charles bizarre post, Penny Wong under fire for UN trip. Plus, what’s the real story with the Chinese warships?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
HEADLINES:- Saudi Stocks Extend Losses on Weak Earnings; Emirates NBD Lifts Dubai- FBI Confirms North Korea's Lazarus Group Behind $1.5B Bybit Hack- Australia Approves Qatar Airways' 25% Stake in Virgin Australia to Boost Competition`
Will a price war emerge as Qatar takes a 25% stake in Virgin Australia boosting services between Australia and Doha? Alxandra Jones speaks with Aviation Expert Ellis Taylor from Cirium, plus SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves takes a look at the day's market action with Henry Jennings from Marcus Today.
Friday headlines: Australian divorce rates at lowest in half a century, Penny Wong accuses coalition of ‘gunboat diplomacy’, mystery surrounds death of legendary Hollywood actor, and Katy Perry is going to space on all-woman crewed Blue Origin mission. Deep Dive: The government has approved a deal that will let Qatar Airways buy a quarter of Virgin Australia. The deal means an extra 28 flights a week – and there’s hope more competition in the sector equals cheaper airfares going forward. The Treasurer Jim Chalmers yesterday greenlit the deal with some caveats – including a guarantee of an Aussies on the Virgin board and protection of customer data. You might remember the political shitfight that was Labor knocking back a bid by the same airline to operate more routes in Australia in 2023 – with the Opposition and others accusing the Government of being far too cosy with Qantas. On this episode of The Briefing, author of the Chairmans Lounge and founder of new Australian media company Rampart News, Joe Aston, joins Bension Siebert to explain what this is going to mean for all of us flying in the future, and what Qantas might be feeling about it all. Follow The Briefing: TikTok: @listnrnewsroom Instagram: @listnrnewsroom @thebriefingpodcast YouTube: @LiSTNRnewsroom Facebook: @LiSTNR NewsroomSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Today's headlines include: The Federal Government has signed off on a deal allowing Qatar Airways to acquire 25% of Virgin Australia. A suspicious object that washed up on a Gold Coast beach this morning was a practice army torpedo, which is a type of underwater weapon, authorities have confirmed. Israel and Hamas have completed another hostage-prisoner release, as the end of phase one of the ceasefire nears. And today’s good news: A stolen ancient bronze statue will be returned to Greece from the U.S, nearly 100 years after it was taken. Hosts: Emma Gillespie and Billi FitzSimonsProducer: Emma Gillespie Want to support The Daily Aus? That's so kind! The best way to do that is to click ‘follow’ on Spotify or Apple and to leave us a five-star review. We would be so grateful. The Daily Aus is a media company focused on delivering accessible and digestible news to young people. We are completely independent. Want more from TDA?Subscribe to The Daily Aus newsletterSubscribe to The Daily Aus’ YouTube Channel Have feedback for us?We’re always looking for new ways to improve what we do. If you’ve got feedback, we’re all ears. Tell us here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Send us a textWelcome to What's Up in Business Travel for Week 7 of 2025. This is a weekly podcast where we update you on what's up this week in the world of business travel. This podcast is great for those who need to know what's happening all in under 15 minutes.Topics covered during this podcast -US Travel Agency sales soar to $9.3BSTR: January rates & occupancy rise sharplyHotel staffing shortages easeSabre expects big volume growth in 2025Southwest to cut 15% of corporate workforceCTM's revenue declinesSpirit Airlines cleared to exit Chapter 11 bankruptcyIHG buys Ruby Hotels as 20th BrandAir India & Virgin Australia forge codeshareLufthansa Group & Air India expand codeshareVirgin Atlantic & WestJet expand codeshare Southwest begins operating red-eye flightsYatra shifts focus to corporate travelChase opens Philadelphia Airport Sapphire LoungeYou can subscribe to this podcast by searching 'BusinessTravel360' on your favorite podcast player or visiting BusinessTravel360.comThis podcast was created, edited and distributed by BusinessTravel360. Be sure to sign up for regular updates at BusinessTravel360.com - Enjoy!Support the show
Send us a textLinking the Travel Industry is a business travel podcast where we review the top travel industry stories that are posted on LinkedIn by LinkedIn members. We curate the top posts and discuss with them with travel industry veterans in a live session with audience members. You can join the live recording session by visiting BusinessTravel360.comYour Hosts are Riaan van Schoor, Ann Cederhall and Aash ShravahStories covered on this session include -An ongoing dispute between Finnair and their pilots over their contracts are escalating to a possible furlough of up to 90 pilots. Qantas, with whom Finnair recently announced some wet lease agreements, have had to make some mitigations to those arrangements to avoid disruptions.Hyatt Hotels is re-organising it's range of brands into a grouping of five portfolios....... they have also acquired Playa Hotels & Resorts for $2.6bn.Eurostar can finally restart direct Amsterdam to London services after refurbishment work at the Dutch station was completed. They've had to operate that route via Brussels since June 2024.Arcube, a post-flight loyalty and revenue optimisation solution for airlines, raised an additional $1.5m in funding.Sabre Corporation is sunsetting TripCase, and Mark Trim from Complex Travel Group is not the only TMC unhappy with how they handled that.Virgin Australia teams up with Hopper's B2B solution HTS to offer their customers "Cancel for Any Reason" flexibility.You can subscribe to this podcast by searching 'BusinessTravel360' on your favorite podcast player or visiting BusinessTravel360.comThis podcast was created, edited and distributed by BusinessTravel360. Be sure to sign up for regular updates at BusinessTravel360.com - Enjoy!Support the show
As Rex has limped on in administration over the past half-year, with prospects for a sale dimming, the question has occasionally been asked: might the government step in more forcefully to keep its essential services in the air? Now we have our answer: if the administrators can't find a buyer, the government is looking at the option to buy Rex itself, which would make the carrier the first in Australia to be publicly owned since the privatisation of Qantas around 30 years ago. But what would await the government if it were to stump up the cash for the ailing airline – and is it a good idea in the first place? Adam and Jake discuss what might be behind the decision, and whether it's scuppered any chance for a commercial sale. Plus, with the ACCC looking to wave the Qatar deal through, are Virgin Australia flights to Doha now all but inevitable?
The news came like an assassin in the night: Paul Jones, the long-rumoured frontrunner to replace Jayne Hrdlicka as CEO of Virgin Australia, was out of contention following pushback by the powerful TWU. With no further word on who might be under consideration for the top job – and with Hrdlicka still saying she intends to leave the airline – when might we know who will sit in the captain's chair of Australia's second-largest airline group? Adam and Jake discuss what might be next for Virgin as the CEO search continues. Plus, will a Finnair pilots' strike throw a spanner in Qantas' works?
It's been a few months since the announcement of one of the biggest deals in recent Australian commercial aviation history: the purchase of 25 per cent of Virgin Australia by Qatar Airways, and with it, the return of Virgin international wide-body services through a wet-lease agreement for flights to Doha. Approval for those services currently rests with the International Air Services Commission, a government body that will decide whether to award Virgin the necessary 28 flights per week to Qatar – and Virgin has said in a letter to the IASC that there is essentially no reason to block the proposal, which has received widespread support and is not being contested. Adam and Jake revisit the politics at play and ask when the airlines – and punters – could see the new flights greenlit. Plus, is the federal government on a path to nationalising Rex, and could we see the return of commercial supersonic travel sooner than we expected?
Business, family, commentating, coaching, Indian Premier League and plenty more. It's apparent (again... make sure you check out episode 20 if you haven't already) why Ricky is one of the most successful Australia sports people in history. Thanks for coming back Rick, and thanks to Virgin Australia and the “Virgin Australia Business Flyer” program which has supported this episode with Ricky. You can join as a Virgin Australia Business Flyer by visiting virginaustralia.com/businessflyer *** Follow the Howie Games on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thehowiegamespod/ Follow the Howie Games on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thehowiegamesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Business, family, commentating, coaching, Indian Premier League and plenty more. It's apparent (again... make sure you check out episode 20 if you haven't already) why Ricky is one of the most successful Australia sports people in history. Thanks for coming back Rick, and thanks to Virgin Australia and the “Virgin Australia Business Flyer” program which has supported this episode. You can join as a Virgin Australia Business Flyer by visiting virginaustralia.com/businessflyer *** Follow the Howie Games on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thehowiegamespod/ Follow the Howie Games on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thehowiegamesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
One of the Howie Games favourites, one of the originals.... is BACK! The Next Chapter with Ricky Ponting includes a wide ranging chat on family, commentating, coaching, Indian Premier League, business and perhaps most importantly.... a PLAYER PROFILE! Enjoy this little bit of Ricky before a deep and meaningful full episode next week! Thanks to Virgin Australia and the “Virgin Australia Business Flyer” program which has supported this episode with Ricky. You can join as a Virgin Australia Business Flyer by visiting virginaustralia.com/businessflyerSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The man accused of raping a Virgin Australia airlines worker in Fiji to front court; A renewed push for ceasefire talks between Israel & Hamas; Melania Trump the subject of a new Amazon Prime Video documentary; Stars stun on red carpet as Hollywood heavyweights battle it out for Golden Globes trophies. The Quicky is the easiest and most enjoyable way to get across the news every day. And it’s delivered straight to your ears in a daily podcast so you can listen whenever you want, wherever you want...at the gym, on the train, in the playground or at night while you're making dinner. Support independent women's media CREDITS Host/Producer: Taylah Strano Audio Producer: Lu HillBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Headlines: Chaos in New Orleans as a truck strikes New Year’s revellers leaving 10 dead, three Virgin Australia staff stuck in their hotel after an incident at Nadi airport, and the LNP claims 10,000 businesses will collapse before the next parliamentary sitting. Best of Deep Dive: A network of volunteer doctors in Australia are stepping up to provide free medical care for Palestinians who have fled Gaza. From performing surgeries on patients with amputated limbs to treating chronic illness, they are filling the gaps where our government has fallen short, largely due to the visas provided for those fleeing not allowing access to healthcare. One of these doctors is Dr Mohamed Amr. He co-founded the Palestinian Australian New Zealand Medical Association (PANZMA). As part of The Briefing’s Best of Summer Series, we revisit Antoinette Lattouf’s exclusive conversation with Dr Amr from November last year. Follow The Briefing:TikTok: @listnrnewsroomInstagram: @listnrnewsroom @thebriefingpodcast YouTube: @LiSTNRnewsroomFacebook: @LiSTNR NewsroomSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Australian government has approved new legislation that will force multinational companies, like Netflix, Apple and Micrsoft, to pay a minimum of 15% tax - finally. Virgin Australia is one step closer to finalising its partnership with Qatar Airways after the ACCC gave it the all-clear to start selling flights. Uber is under investigation in the US for making its subscription service, Uber One, too hard to cancel. _ Download the free app (App Store): http://bit.ly/FluxAppStoreDownload the free app (Google Play): http://bit.ly/FluxappGooglePlay Daily newsletter: https://bit.ly/fluxnewsletter Flux on Instagram: http://bit.ly/fluxinsta Flux on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@flux.finance —-The content in this podcast reflects the views and opinions of the hosts, and is intended for personal and not commercial use. We do not represent or endorse the accuracy or reliability of any opinion, statement or other information provided or distributed in these episodes.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Send us a textLinking the Travel Industry is a business travel podcast where we review the top travel industry stories that are posted on LinkedIn by LinkedIn members. We curate the top posts and discuss with them with travel industry veterans in a live session with audience members. You can join the live recording session by visiting BusinessTravel360.comYour Hosts are Riaan van Schoor, Ann Cederhall and Aash ShravahStories covered on this session include - The Advantage Travel Partnership forms a partnership with the UK's Rail Delivery Group to increase the focus on train travel amongst corporate travellers.In the wake of Qatar Airways' pending investment in Virgin Australia, rival airline Etihad will terminate their partnership with VA.British Airways suffered flight disruptions this week due to an "IT failure" at the airline.... and in an apparent u-turn from a previous decision announced just two weeks ago, BA has decided that flights between London and Bahrain will continue throughout 2025 after all.The India based OBT MakeMyTrip wants to strengthen its SME focused offering with the intent to buy the expense management platform HappayEstonia's fly Nordica and its subsidiary Xfly have announced their closure and will file for bankruptcy.RyanAir is looking for a beer partner, and Aoife Greene's post about this draws plenty of comments.Extra StoriesYou can subscribe to this podcast by searching 'BusinessTravel360' on Apple Podcast, Spotify, iHeart, Pandora, Alexa or your favorite podcast player.This podcast was created, edited and distributed by BusinessTravel360. Be sure to sign up for regular updates at BusinessTravel360.com - Enjoy!Support the show
What makes many of Australia's most iconic brands stand out is their exceptional branding.The creative process of branding demands relentless effort, strategic vision, and brilliant minds.Hans Hulsbosch is a name synonymous with branding in this country. A renowned designer and branding expert, Hans has been at the helm of projects for some of Australia's biggest names—Qantas, Woolworths, and Virgin Australia—turning their brand strategies into benchmarks for the industry. As the founder of Hulsbosch Design, he's been instrumental in shaping the way Australians experience these household names.His son, Jaid Hulsbosch, with over 20 years of global experience, joined the family agency after working in businesses around Europe. Now as Director, Jaid oversees strategy, business development, and culture, driving Hulsbosch's continued success and creative edge.Together, this father-son duo has propelled Hulsbosch into Australia's gold standard of branding. Their portfolio includes standout work for organisations like Tennis Australia, Liquorland, Football Australia, Rebel, SBS World, Channel 7, Taronga Zoo, and QMS—just to name a few. Tune in as Hans shares how he crafted the messages of these iconic brands, dives into the creative process behind them, explores the unique father-son dynamic at Hulsbosch Designs, Jaid reveals what the best brands get right, and much more.You can subscribe to the Mentored newsletter here: https://mentored.com.au/newsletter-sign-upJoin the Facebook Group.Follow Mark Bouris on Instagram, LinkedIn & YouTube. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Send us a textLinking the Travel Industry is a business travel podcast where we review the top travel industry stories that are posted on LinkedIn by LinkedIn members. We curate the top posts and discuss with them with travel industry veterans in a live session with audience members. You can join the live recording session by visiting BusinessTravel360.comYour Hosts are Riaan van Schoor, Ann Cederhall and Aash ShravahStories covered on this session include -The World Travel & Tourism Council is projecting that total global business travel spending will reach $1.5 trillion this year.British Airways has been forced to cancel hundreds of long-haul flights over the coming months due to delays in the delivery of engines from Rolls-Royce.Virgin Australia reports an earnings increase of 18% and a profit margin of almost 10%.In a very strange and sudden move, IATA advises agents in South Africa carrier fare calculations will be in USD. Amadeus reverses this a few days later.A new high-speed rail service will start between Barcelona and Toulouse in 2025.Talma Travel Solutions adds UK based Blue Cube Travel Ltd to their portfolio. Uber might be interested in buying Expedia Group.Extra StoriesYou can subscribe to this podcast by searching 'BusinessTravel360' on Google Podcast, Apple Podcast, iHeart, Pandora, Spotify, Alexa or your favorite podcast player.This podcast was created, edited and distributed by BusinessTravel360. Be sure to sign up for regular updates at BusinessTravel360.com - Enjoy!Support the show
Travel Agent Achievers - To Educate, Encourage and Empower Travel Professionals
In today's competitive digital landscape, having a strong online presence is essential to attract and retain customers. This week on the Travel Agent Achievers Podcast, Ros is joined by Wendy Addinsall from RedGrape Social, a digital marketing expert who helps travel advisors master social media, email marketing, and more. Wendy brings her years of experience from working with brands like Royal Caribbean and Virgin Australia, where she developed her skills in promoting luxury travel experiences. Wendy shares practical insights on how travel advisors can boost their online visibility. She explains why relying on generic supplier content doesn't work and how creating personalised, engaging posts can make all the difference. Wendy also dives into the importance of consistency across digital platforms, showing how a well-rounded marketing strategy—including SEO, email campaigns, and social media—can build stronger connections with clients. Throughout the episode, Wendy highlights key strategies, such as using reels to reach new audiences and setting up automated email sequences to stay top of mind. She also discusses the common challenges advisors face when it comes to digital marketing and offers actionable advice on how to overcome them. If you're looking to improve your digital marketing game and attract more clients, tune in for Wendy's top tips and learn how to make your business stand out online. Grab all the details, including how to connect with Wendy at : www.travelagentachievers.com/89
Virgin Australia has seen its earnings jump by 18% after it recorded its second profit in a row. IKEA has dropped prices globally to attract more shoppers after its first revenue drop in 4 years. Adobe has joined the AI race after launching an AI video generator that will see it compete with the tech giants. — Check out the Flux x Raiz Flux Academy this month Download the Raiz App - Investing made easy Download the free app (App Store): http://bit.ly/FluxAppStoreDownload the free app (Google Play): http://bit.ly/FluxappGooglePlay Daily newsletter: https://bit.ly/fluxnewsletter Flux on Instagram: http://bit.ly/fluxinsta Flux on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@flux.finance —-The content in this podcast reflects the views and opinions of the hosts, and is intended for personal and not commercial use. We do not represent or endorse the accuracy or reliability of any opinion, statement or other information provided or distributed in these episodes.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
On this week's episode of AvTalk, we discuss Iran's missile attack on Israel and the consequences (so far) for commercial aviation. The NTSB shakes its fist at the FAA over moist rudders, while the FAA's investigation into United's safety system turns up nothing. Qatar Airways is taking a 25% stake in Virgin Australia, with an […] The post AvTalk Episode 288: Escalation or the new normal? appeared first on Flightradar24 Blog.
A Martin Mars water bomber has a new home, the proprotor gearbox failure that caused the Air Force's fatal Osprey crash, the FAAs new endorsement requirement for flight instructor candidates, and a refueling incident that damaged a KC-46 and an F-15E. Also, an Australia Desk report where Brian Coleman joined Steve and Grant in Australia, and Micah called in. Aviation News The Hawaii Mars Water Bomber Finally Arrives At Its Forever Home, The British Columbia Aviation Museum The Martin Hawaii Mars water bomber is now at its new British Columbia Aviation Museum home. Public access is anticipated to start on September 28. Seven of the four-engine Martin JMR Mars were built for the U.S. Navy during World War II. Four were converted to civilian water bombers for aerial firefighting by Forest Industries Flying Tankers in BC. The Marianas Mars crashed in 1961 during firefighting operations with all four crew members perishing. In 1962, the Caroline Mars was damaged beyond repair by a typhoon. The Hawaii Mars was operated until 2016 and is now at the BC Aviation Museum. The Philippine Mars is planned to go to the Pima Air and Space Museum in Tucson, Arizona later this year. Video: FINAL FLIGHT! Martin Mars Low Pass and Landing in Patricia Bay https://youtu.be/Ol07yTMlM_c?si=-MDqJvr9FBeiMJx1 Flawed Metal & Failed Communication: Breaking Down the Air Force's Fatal Osprey Crash The Air Current reports that a persistent manufacturing problem is the cause behind ten previously unreported V-22 Osprey component failures, in addition to the fatal 2023 crash off the coast of Japan. Furthermore, the problem was well-known to Bell Boeing and the V-22 Joint Program Office (JPO), but pilots were not informed. The crash was caused by the failure of the left-side proprotor gearbox and the pilot's decision to keep flying. The gearbox failure was most likely caused by cracking in a high-speed pinion gear and its bearing cage. Inclusions in the steel alloy may be the problem. AFSOC CV-22B Accident Investigation Board Report [PDF] FAA Rolls Out New Endorsement Requirement for Flight Instructor Candidates Starting September 1, the FAA requires flight instructor candidates to have a CFI endorsement before taking the Fundamentals of Instruction (FOI) exam. Many other pilot certificates require the applicant to have a "written statement or logbook endorsement from an authorized ground or flight instructor certifying that the applicant completed an applicable ground training or home study course and is prepared for the knowledge test, or a certificate of graduation issued by a part 141 school.” See the Fundamentals of Instruction (FOI) exam sample questions. The FAA uses PSI Services LLC to provide the written exams. Audio Reveals Details Of KC-46 And F-15E Refueling Incident That Broke Off The Tanker's Boom Last week, a refueling operation supported a temporary flight restriction related to a presidential visit. During the refueling, the U.S. Air Force KC-46A Pegasus tanker and an F-15E Strike Eagle experienced some issues with the hydraulic system, damaging both planes and forcing them to make emergency landings. Air Traffic Control transmissions indicate that the KC-46 lost its boom. Australia News Desk The Pacific Airshow Gold Coast was held over the beautiful beaches of Surfers Paradise, Queensland from August 16-18, 2024 and Steve, Grant, AND Brian Coleman were there to capture all the action. It was the second year of the event, and crowds were noticeably larger than in 2023, with an enhanced and fully loaded flying program comprising local aerobatic performers, military contingents from Australia, the USA and UK, emergency services displays, and much more. With Micah also on the line, we quiz Brian on his experience travelling to Australia, flying domestic sectors here with Virgin Australia, and the reaction of local flight crews to his custom-made gifts,