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Flagged in 2024’s Aviation White Paper, the package of bills introduces what Transport Minister Catherine King calls “a series of reforms to deliver a better deal for aviation consumers”, including an aviation ombudsperson and an Aviation Consumer Protection Authority.
Speaking to ABC Radio National, Transport Minister Catherine King said Australia is still continuing to receive necessary imports for jet fuel. It comes as Australia maintains 30 days’ worth of supply, according to figures released by Energy Minister Chris Bowen.
The competition watchdog noted in its submission to the Productivity Commission’s inquiry into regional airfares that the number of passengers travelling on remote routes has increased by 13.3 per cent since 2019, while seat capacity has increased by 10.8 per cent.
At a press conference this week, the Tourism and Transport Forum and Australian Airports Association said the full digitisation of the incoming passenger system could be achieved for around $25 million, funded through the passenger movement charge (PMC).
First published by Jim Thorn in 1976 as Australian Aviation & Defence Review, Australia’s leading aerospace magazine has been part of the Momentum Media stable since February 2020 and continues to build on its iconic brand.
Hundreds of workers in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth, and Adelaide called on Swissport to lift standards after union “safety blitzes” this month reportedly revealed issues with damaged equipment, unsafe staffing levels, heat injuries, and “intrusive worker surveillance”.
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