Virgin Australia and Air New Zealand’s trans-Tasman romance is set to be reignited following authorisation of a new codeshare agreement by Australian and New Zealand regulators.

Virgin Australia Holdings has announced that CEO Jayne Hrdlicka, with the Board’s support, has decided now is the time to transition on from the role of Chief Executive Officer.

IHG Business Edge, IHG Hotels & Resorts’ program designed for small-to-medium enterprises (SME), has joined forces with Virgin Australia Business Flyer to create the industry’s first complimentary SME partnership enabling members to enjoy benefits of both programs when they book hotels and flights.

Qatar Airways and Virgin Australia officially commenced their strategic partnership this week, significantly expanding the networks, lounges and loyalty programs of both airlines.

Virgin Australia has revealed its winter menu for Business Class travellers – all dishes tried and tested by the airline’s crew before being handpicked for the skies. The winter fare features hearty café-style dishes with Aussie classics, pastas, and substantial salads using local Australian produce and served with Australian beer and wine and a selection of popular spirits.

Virgin Australia has struck a new alliance and codeshare arrangement with Qatar Airways that will see a significant expansion of the airlines’ networks, lounges and loyalty programs.

Virgin Australia has revealed details of how it intends to market itself on international routes and compete with Qantas on routes to the Americas, Europe and Asia, with partner airlines.

Virgin Australia has unveiled the new look for its top-tier, invitation-only private lounge network in Melbourne, Sydney and Brisbane. Previously branded as The Club, Virgin Australia’s new pre-flight high-end hangouts are now dubbed Beyond Lounges.

Virgin Australia recommenced international flights on Thursday [16 December 2021], operating the first of the airline’s daily Fiji services since being relaunched 12 months ago.

Virgin Australia Group and United Airlines have confirmed plans to forge a new partnership between Australia and the Americas.

Sabre Corporation and Virgin Australia have reaffirmed their long-standing relationship with the renewal of their global distribution agreement.

New onboard menus have been introduced on all Virgin Australia flights to give customers more choice and better value. The menus include a fresh new Business Class menu focused on quality and simplicity and a buy onboard menu of popular snacks and drinks for Economy guests.