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Qantas jettisons flight credit deadlines, faces new row

Qantas has scrapped the expiration date for nearly $500 million in flight credits but faces more public backlash with a watchdog taking the airline to court.

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Qantas boss defends profit as senators press on prices

Qantas chief Alan Joyce acknowledges Australians are doing it tough as he defends the airline's billion-dollar profit and suggests cheaper tickets solutions.

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Qantas boss braces for Senate inquiry turbulence

Qantas chief Alan Joyce faces a rough landing when he fronts a Senate inquiry into the cost of living, as the airline comes under fire for its record profit.

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No-interest loans to give more drivers their own wheels

More Australians will be offered financial help to secure a car after a no-interest loan scheme received a $500,000 cash injection.

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Economy falters as rattled consumers tighten belts

Australia is on track for two years of sluggish economic growth that may be even weaker than first feared.

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Transport costs pile up for families with record rises

The price of getting around is soaring in Australia and a new report reveals households in some cities are paying more than $500 a week for transport.