‘It’s a lifeline’: relief as government hands Rex $80m
The federal government will provide up to $80 million to keep Rex regional routes operating, a relief for rural communities fearing for their future prosperity.
The federal government will provide up to $80 million to keep Rex regional routes operating, a relief for rural communities fearing for their future prosperity.
Rex Airlines has gone into voluntary administration and cancelled all flights between major airports.
The federal government is putting contingencies in place after shares in regional carrier Rex were placed in a trading halt amid speculation about its future.
Rex Airlines have announced they will suspend services on the Sydney to Armidale route until 'at least' March 30 2024, blaming Qantas for stealing their pilots.
Following a change to funding for airport security, passengers on Rex and Link flights out of Armidale will no longer need to go through security screening.