The rival airline on Tuesday also reiterated its pledge to help stranded passengers get home and offered to assist Bonza staff members affected by news of its voluntary administration.
Speaking to media, the minister advised stranded Bonza customers to contact her office on 1800 069 244, with the hotline expected to be operational until 10pm on Tuesday night. Qantas, Virgin and Rex have all offered assistance to affected passengers.
Qantas, Jetstar and Virgin Australia advised Bonza customers who were due to travel on Tuesday to contact them to book these seats. The news comes after Bonza suspended all flights for the day due to discussions about the low-cost carrier’s viability.
Pointing to “stranded passengers and jobs on the line”, the union says it is looking to make sure Bonza’s workers are looked after as the carrier suspends flights while discussions occur over the viability of the business, and has reiterated its calls …
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