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Middle East conflict constrains Australian aviation growth

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May 13, 2026
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In its Australian Aviation Network Overview report for April 2026, Airservices Australia revealed Australia saw 2,475 daily average passenger flights last month, up just 0.2 per cent on the previous year, with domestic regional flights dropping by 4.1 …

Video Podcast: Is it worth complaining about flight delays?

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May 13, 2026
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On this week’s Australian Aviation Podcast, with 55 per cent of Aussie travellers reporting disruptions over a 12-month period, Jake and David swap war stories of flight delays and examine just how satisfied Australians are with our airlines and airpor…

From Goody Bags To Overhead Bins: The Passenger Habits Flight Attendants Actually Love

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May 13, 2026
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Every little makes a difference to our day.

Budget flags $40m+ for airline competition and consumer protection

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May 13, 2026
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In the 2026 Budget, announced this week, $38.1 million over four years from 2026–27 and $7.3 million per year ongoing was earmarked for the government’s consumer protection priorities, as well as $4.5 million over four years to continue the ACCC’s dome…

America’s Emerald Isle

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May 13, 2026
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Beaver Island is one in a string of verdant and scenic jewels in a northern Lake Michigan archipelago.

Boeing 737 MAX & Beyond: The Safety Scandals That Forced Aviation To Change

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May 13, 2026
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The aircraft type has been subjected to intense scrutiny from passengers and regulators worldwide.

Alstom considers sale of Kassel locomotive plant

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May 13, 2026
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No decision has been taken, and talks are described as being at an early stage.

Sigrid Nikutta joins Nexrail’s Board of Directors

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May 13, 2026
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Nikutta most recently served as CEO of DB Cargo and has held senior roles in the European rail and mobility sector.

Industry voices ‘outrage’ at new hike in departure tax

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May 13, 2026
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From January next year, the tax – applied to all airfares and cruise tickets leaving the country – will increase from $70 to $80 in what Tourism and Transport Forum (TTF) CEO Margy Osmond has labelled “an absolute shocker for the tourism industry”….

4 Emilia-Romagna logistics firms form rail freight network

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May 13, 2026
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The network brings together key regional logistics and rail freight operators to coordinate activities, share expertise and develop joint initiatives.