Virgin Australia’s pet flights have expanded to Adelaide, with the first Adelaide–Melbourne sector carrying two Chihuahuas on board.
Virgin Australia has begun its first international Canberra service, adding a new direct Bali link from the national capital.
Qantas has restarted international flying from the Gold Coast, with Australian Aviation reporting QF209 departed Coolangatta for Auckland.
Rex is reducing some Orange stops on its Sydney–Parkes flying over winter, with midday Orange services continuing through the period.
Fiji Airways has started Gold Coast–Nadi flights, giving Coolangatta a fresh three-times-weekly international link.
Australian Aviation reports a new MoU could bring Saudia Cargo freight operations to Toowoomba Wellcamp and Avalon airports.
Newcastle Airport’s new terminal has picked up sustainability recognition, with Australian Aviation reporting the late-2025 facility was assessed on efficiency and environmental performance.
Australian Aviation has reported the death of Geoffrey Thomas, a long-running aviation journalist, commentator and founder of AirlineRatings.com.
Air Canada has reportedly put Melbourne back on its long-range network radar, with a possible return from 2030.
Airservices has disputed union-backed claims about the cost and safety impact of a proposed ARFF change, according to Australian Aviation.