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TWU WELCOMES FEDERAL BUDGET COMMITMENT TO ACQUIRE REX IF SALE FAILS

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The Transport Workers Union (TWU) has strongly endorsed the Federal Government’s explicit commitment in yesterday’s budget papers to potentially acquire Rex Airlines should private sale efforts fail. The budget papers state: “In the event there is no sale, the government will undertake work on contingency options in consultation with relevant states, including preparations necessary for … Continued

Bombardier Defense Announces Order of Two Challenger 650 Aircraft Destined for Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance missions in Australia

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Principle Finance, a renowned provider of customised operating lease for aircraft in Australia, placed an order for 2 Challenger 650 aircraft. Purchase was confirmed during a signing ceremony at the opening of the Avalon Australian International Airshow in Australia. Through this agreement, Bombardier Defense continues to expand its presence in Australia and the Asia-Pacific region. … Continued

Floods of fire ants surf south to descend painfully towards NSW affecting everyone including campers, caravaners, 4WDs, and travellers

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Just as it seemed that things could not get much worse for householders and travellers affected by floods in Queensland and northern NSW, a new threat has emerged from aggressive fire ants floating south to affect new areas with their painful presence.   During floods, the invasive ants form rafts by linking their legs together, allowing … Continued

Helping Murwillumbah Pilots to Communicate Effectively

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The Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) invites pilots of all licence categories to attend an upcoming pilot safety seminar in Murwillumbah, northern New South Wales this week.   Each year, CASA’s aviation safety advisors host free seminars across Australia to help pilots refresh their skills, enhance their knowledge, and improve flight safety.   Effective communication is essential … Continued

Helping Ballina Pilots to Communicate Effectively

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The Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) invites pilots of all licence categories to attend an upcoming pilot safety seminar in Ballina, New South Wales this evening.   Each year, CASA’s aviation safety advisors host free seminars across Australia to help pilots refresh their skills, enhance their knowledge, and improve flight safety.   Effective communication is essential to … Continued

Australia’s Travel Agents and Businesses Step Up Amid Global Travel Chaos

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22  March 2025: With thousands of Australians impacted by the closure of one of the world’s most important airports, Heathrow, and flight cancellations due to the ash cloud in Indonesia, Australia’s travel agents and businesses are carrying the load—solving problems, rebooking flights, and getting stranded travellers home.   More than 600,000 Australians visit the UK … Continued

GA-ASI Achieves EMAR/FR 145 Maintenance Organization Approval for MQ-9A and MQ-9B Platforms

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European Military Airworthiness Regulator Approves GA-ASI Application Approval Will Make Subsequent Certifications Easier SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA / ACCESS Newswire / March 20, 2025 / General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI), a world leader in unmanned aircraft systems (UAS), has received the prestigious EMAR/FR 145 Maintenance Organization Approval for component maintenance from the French Military Continuing … Continued

BAN ON METRO FARE COLLECTION DUE TO RISING SAFETY CONCERNS FOR BUS DRIVERS

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The Rail, Tram and Bus Union (RTBU) stands with Health and Safety Representatives (HSR’s) at Metro Tasmania taking decisive action to protect the safety of bus drivers following an alarming series of robberies and assaults on the public transport network. Effective from the beginning of operations tomorrow, Metro HSR’s have implemented a cease work direction on bus drivers from … Continued