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.

Rex Boeing 737-800 at Sydney Airport

Rex Expands Jet Network to Hobart

Rex will commence Boeing 737 flights from Melbourne to Hobart on 17 August 2023, expanding the airline's jet network to seven destinations.

Brisbane airport departures board showing many cancelled flights

ACCC Backs Flight Delay Compensation Scheme in Australia

The ACCC has called on the government to consider a compensation scheme for Australian airline passengers with delayed or cancelled flights.

British Airways Club Suite business class

Great BA Premium & Business Award Availability to Singapore

British Airways currently has up to six reward seats available to book using Qantas points in World Traveller Plus and Club World on many Sydney-Singapore flights.

New Virgin Australia 737 Economy Class

Velocity’s New Peak & Off-Peak Reward Seat Pricing

Velocity Frequent Flyer has decreased the number of points needed to redeem for some domestic Virgin Australia flights in Economy Class.

Client Liaison were DJs at the launch event for the new Velocity Frequent Flyer branding

Changes Coming as Velocity Frequent Flyer Rebrands

Virgin Australia's loyalty program Velocity Frequent Flyer is rebranding with a new logo and a new slogan - and there are more changes on the way.

Qantas 737s at Sydney Airport, hangars in background

Qantas Wants More Redemption Options for Frequent Flyers

Qantas will increase opportunities for members to redeem points on the ground through expanded retail partnerships, and by growing Qantas Hotels & Holidays.

Qantas Boeing 737-800 wifi

Qantas Launches Free Wifi on Select International Flights

Qantas now offers free wifi on select international flights operated by Boeing 737-800 and some A330-200 aircraft while flying over Australia.

Woolworths is making changes to Everyday Extra, Delivery Unlimited and other discount benefits

Woolworths Devalues Everyday Extra

Everyday Extra is about to become a bit less appealing as Woolworths increases subscription fees and reduces the benefits from 1 July 2023.

Iced coffee in the Virgin Australia Lounge in Perth

Enjoy Iced Coffee in the Virgin & Qantas Lounges

It's not widely advertised, but the baristas in the Virgin Australia Lounge and selected Qantas lounges can make you a refreshing iced coffee.