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Government opens $5m fund for regional airports owed by Rex

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February 4, 2026
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Regional and remote airports impacted by Rex’s administration can apply for reimbursement from a pool of $5 million under the Government’s Regional and Remote Airport Support Program, with the aim of preserving regional services while minimising impact…

John McEnroe Curses Out Persistent Fan at Melbourne Airport

Helen Carrie
February 4, 2026
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The encounter echoed his fiery 1981 Wimbledon rants.

Sydney Mardi Gras Cancels Iconic 2026 Party Over Financial Losses

Helen Carrie
February 4, 2026
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Fans mourn the loss of a tradition headlined by stars like Cher, while some blame shifting themes or past challenges.

The two Sydney nurses charged with threatening violence to appear in court

Helen Carrie
February 3, 2026
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The two Sydney nurses charged with threatening violence, including to kill Israeli patients in hospital, will have their pre-trial hearing on June 1, with the […]

Palestinian Activist Calls Australia Settler Colony at Melbourne Rally

Helen Carrie
February 3, 2026
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The video, shared by Drew Pavlou, drew sharp divides: critics demanded her deportation as anti-Australian.

Qantas pulls out of Jetstar Japan

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February 3, 2026
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The Flying Kangaroo, which owns 33.32 per cent of Jetstar Japan, will offload its stake in the airline, with Japanese-government-owned Development Bank of Japan (DBJ) to become a new shareholder. The carrier is expected to shed the Jetstar brand follow…

RBA Raises Rates to 3.85% as Inflation Climbs to 3.8%

Helen Carrie
February 3, 2026
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Trimmed mean inflation hit 3.3 per cent, still above the 2-3 per cent target.

CSIRO connects school students with aerospace professionals

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February 3, 2026
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Run in partnership with Aviation/Aerospace Australia, the Aviators in Schools program seeks to “bring real‑world STEM learning into classrooms and inspire the next generation of industry talent” with the hope of addressing the ongoing STEM skills short…

Etihad brings updated Dreamliners to Melbourne

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February 3, 2026
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The new Dreamliners, replacing older 787-9s on the route, increase total seats to 303, with economy seats up from 262 to 271 and business up from 26 to 32. All have in-seat charging, new entertainment systems, and access to high-speed onboard wi-fi.

Qantas extra-legroom seats to hit the skies this week

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February 3, 2026
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Economy Plus seats are now on sale for equipped Boeing 737-800, Airbus A321XLR, and A220-300 aircraft operating domestic and short-haul international services. The first flights with the new product – which competes with Virgin’s Economy X – will take …