Author: Matt Graham

Matt Graham

The editor of Australian Frequent Flyer, Matt's passion for travel has taken him to more than 100 countries… with the help of frequent flyer points, of course! Matt's favourite destinations (so far) are Germany, Brazil, Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan. His interests include aviation, economics & foreign languages, and he has a soft spot for good food and red wine. You can connect with Matt by posting on the Australian Frequent Flyer community forum and tagging @AFF Editor.

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Less than Half of Qantas Points Are Earned from Flying

Of the 175 billion Qantas points earned by Qantas Frequent Flyer members in the last financial year, more than half were from non-flying activities.

Virgin Australia's new 737 design lacks a cabin divider between business and economy class

Virgin’s Refurbished Boeing 737 Has An Extra Row of Seats

The first of Virgin Australia's refurbished Boeing 737-800s has entered service, sporting an extra row of Economy Class seats.

No boarding announcements sign in a silent airport lounge

Pros & Cons of Silent Airport Lounges & Terminals

Many airports and airport lounges no longer make any announcements. Is the silent airport trend a good one, or does it come with downsides?

Hawaiian Airlines Airbus A330-200

Hawaiian Airlines to Join Oneworld Alliance

As part of the merger with Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines will retain its brand identity but join the Oneworld alliance.

Thai Airways A350 Business Class cabin

Thai Airways A350-900 Business Class Review

We review the Thai Airways Airbus A350-900 Royal Silk (Business Class) experience on TG465 from Bangkok to Melbourne.

The Ghan partnership with Qantas Journey Beyond outback

Qantas Frequent Flyer Ends Journey Beyond Rail Partnership

It's your last chance to earn Qantas points or redeem Classic Rail Rewards for iconic Australian railway trips including The Ghan, with the Journey Beyond partnership ending 15 December 2023.

Bordeaux , Aquitaine / France - 07 25 2020 : the athlete's foot logo sign and text outside shop brand of feet footwear sporty retailer

Earn Qantas Points at Accent Group Stores

You can now earn Qantas points at over 670 footwear and clothing stores across Australia including The Athlete's Foot, Hype DC, Skechers, Timberland and Vans.

The taxes on international flights departing Australia are going up

Australian Flyers Call for Airline Ombudsman, Compensation Scheme

Australian frequent flyers overwhelmingly want a European-style air passenger compensation scheme and an independent airline ombudsman.

No photography of other people on Qantas flights

Qantas Bans Filming People On Flights Without Consent

Qantas has updated its Conditions of Carriage to expressly prohibit the photography or filming of other people on board its flights without permission.