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Bonza's first Queensland flight took off today from Sunshine Coast Airport for the Whitsundays. Treasurer and Minister for Trade and Investment Cameron Dick ...

“It’s a new era for Sunshine Coast Airport as this inaugural service marks the first of 13 destinations Bonza will service directly from the Sunshine Coast, 10 of which have never been previously offered. Sunshine Coast Airport CEO Andrew Brodie said, “Bonza’s arrival into the Sunshine Coast is a game changer for our region as we will connect more people to more destinations than ever before. “We understand Bonza estimates landing 772,000 extra seats on the Sunshine Coast in the first year of operation, which is a significant opportunity for tourism across Queensland,” Mr Hinchliffe said. “From catering to airport ground staff and tourism and hospitality operators, Bonza’s arrival delivers jobs and certainty for the Sunshine Coast economy.” “After a busy holiday season, landing Bonza for the Sunshine Coast is another big vote of confidence in our destination,” Mr Hunt said. “Bonza’s Queensland base opens up a host of new direct services for Sunshine Coast visitors from the southern states,” Mr Skelton said.

Newcomer Bonza hopes to launch its Melbourne base within weeks after successfully flying its first passenger flight on Tuesday.

roaring back to life from the pandemic." or maybe they don't see the opportunity," he said. "They're not as keen to come to the table … The low-cost carrier, which will fly between mostly regional destinations, is the first new airline to launch in Australia in 15 years. - Bonza is the first airline to launch in Australia in 15 years - Chief executive Tim Jordan is keen to get the Melbourne base up and running soon

Bonza's first customers and invited community members boarded Bonza's first-ever flight today from the Sunshine Coast to the Whitsunday Coast.

Local menu partners were also invited on today’s flight with food and drink suppliers across the country to join future Bonza inaugurals closest to home. He said he is thrilled to deliver on Bonza’s promise of stimulating new tourism markets by serving underserved regional communities. “What better place to start than arguably two of the country’s favourite holiday destinations.

A new budget airline has joined the Australian market offering flights as cheap as $49 to popular holiday destinations.

Sunshine Coast Airport chief executive Andrew Brodie said the airline will usher in a “new era” for the region by generating more than $86 million in visitor expenditure. “Whether you are snorkelling the Whitsunday Islands or grabbing a cold one in the craft beer capital of Australia – the Sunshine Coast – we are humbled to take you there,” Bonza chief executive Tim Jordan said. Bonza will take off for the first time on Tuesday with flights from the Sunshine Coast to the Whitsunday Coast.

The first flight from new airline Bonza has taken off, marking a new chapter in Australian aviation history.

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“What better place to start than arguably two of the country's favourite holiday destinations. Whether you are snorkelling the Whitsunday Islands or grabbing a ...

“What better place to start than arguably two of the country’s favourite holiday destinations. “We wanted to provide a warm welcome to Bonza’s first passengers and we are very grateful for the support we have received from local businesses who have generously donated their products and vouchers for experiences to help celebrate this momentous occasion,” Mr Brodie said. Mr Brodie said the airport was a big supporter of our local tourism operators and food producers, and wanted to showcase what people can experience on the Sunshine Coast. To celebrate Bonza’s arrival on the Sunshine Coast, first-flight customers will receive local custom-made cookies and be welcomed by the ‘sunshine smiles’ and a thumbs-up from airport staff. “Our partnership with Bonza is just the beginning as we look forward to a bright future and bringing even more destinations to our airport that will grow employment and tourism and unlock new market opportunities for business to explore.” “As the home base for Bonza, this is a momentous day for the Sunshine Coast as Australia’s newest low-cost airline takes to the skies on their inaugural flight heading to the Whitsundays, making this and other incredible destinations so much more accessible for everyday Australians,” he said.

Budget airline Bonza is hoping its low-cost strategy creates sufficient demand from regional travellers.

“We’re not an airline that’s going to say we’re not going to get stuff wrong,” Jordan said. On board the “Bazza” flight were key figures from Bonza backer and US private equity firm 777 Partners, including founder and managing partner Steve Pasko, chief operating officer Prasad Hedge, and head of airline investments head Manish Raniga. Of Bonza’s 17 routes, 13 have Sunshine Coast Airport as the point of origin or departure. “It really is a game-changing day for Australian aviation, a long time in the making,” Bonza CEO Tim Jordan said . Wonderfully, the Melbourne Airport team stepped forward,” he said. However, it has to be on a long-term commercial basis that can support our fare levels,” he said.

The low-cost airline is living up to its name, offering flights for as low as $49 through its app and selected travel agents. Bonza is boasting a network of 27 ...

Bonza, which took off on its first flight on Monday,m promises to “connect Aussies for holidays and time with loved ones”.

maybe they don’t see the opportunity.” “Our initial route map is only the beginning. Or what if you just want to speak with someone on the phone? The airline hopes this will make travelling more accessible and stress-free for its customers. But what about customer complaints? The app is arguably the centrepiece of the Bonza experience, with Mr Jordan telling reporters that the airline has a “digital focus”.

After a long delay, Australia's first major new airline for 15 years gets off the ground offering a breezy, no-frills approach.

I’m intrigued by the book offering from a “bogan” airline, until I realise all of the titles have lapsed copyright and are in the public domain for free. Then there is the in-app “Merch” tab, which says something about how confident Bonza is in its branding. The airport blamed inefficiencies in how slots are allocated. “Snag in a bag” piques my interest, and at $5.50, I feel transported back to my school canteen. There are promotional Bonza videos, as well as a range of contemporary podcast shows from the LiSTNR brand, which includes a guided meditation that could prove popular with parents on busy school holiday flights. However other parts of the business model may frustrate customers. My knees have a sliver of breathing space but occasionally hit the seat in front. A women’s range is in the works. When Jordan – who is wearing shorts, purple socks and a Hawaiian shirt over his Bonza-branded polo shirt, walks down the aisle – applause breaks out. The same press releases cushioned news of more and more delays to its intended launch date. Which is why, when finally launching almost a year after it had hoped, its chief executive, Tim Jordan, was lapping up the atmosphere. The PR team would send out press releases announcing its logo, a purple thumbs up; its slogan, “Here for Allstralia”; and the names of its aircraft, Bazza, Shazza and Sheila.

What better place to start than arguably two of the country's favourite holiday destinations. Whether you are snorkelling the Whitsunday Islands or grabbing a ...

Mr Jordan said he was thrilled to deliver on Bonza’s promise of stimulating new tourism markets by serving underserved regional communities. Whether you are snorkelling the Whitsunday Islands or grabbing a cold one in the craft beer capital of Australia – the Sunshine Coast – we are humbled to take you there,” Bonza chief executive officer Tim Jordan said. “Our team of legends couldn’t be more excited to begin connecting Aussies for holidays and time with loved ones.