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7NEWS
31-07-2025
- Entertainment
- 7NEWS
Virgin Australia offers shoppers the chance to win return economy flights across the country
Fancy a free holiday? You could be jet-setting across the country thanks to Virgin Australia's latest competition. The nation's favourite airline is giving lucky Aussies the chance to win return domestic economy flights — by simply snapping a selfie. To celebrate the newest crew member (and beloved mascot) Velocity the Lion, Virgin has launched a nationwide photo challenge. The rules are straightforward, find Velocity the Lion, take a picture and share it on Instagram or TikTok tagging @virginaustralia and using the #SpotTheLion hashtag. You've got until August 5 to locate Virgin's furry friend, and he could be found anywhere from inside the airport terminal or lounge, or even onboard the plane. But that's not all your keeping an eye out for — Virgin Australia Cabin Crew are getting in on the fun, sporting their low mane-tenance 'lion ears' in and around terminals and during flights. Celebrating Aussies favourite airline, Virgin Australia is giving back to their loyal Velocity members, offering the chance to win domestic return flights to any location across the country. 'I might be the new kid in the cabin, but I'm here to make flying even more remarkable,' said Velocity the Lion. 'Spot me, snap a pic, and tag @VirginAustralia to enter to win flights. After all, every journey should come with a little surprise and delight – and maybe even a roar!'Virgin Australia's Chief Marketing Officer, Libby Minogue, added: 'Velocity has well and truly become King of the Cabin – he's taken over our social channels, hearts and camera rolls in record time. Fans are hunting him down in packs, with some stopping just short of a tackle to get that perfect selfie.' Winners will be announced on social media after each upcoming sport match, so keep a close eye on your DMs. Visit Virgin Australia to read the competition terms & conditions. Virgin Australia is also set to be the first airline in the country to allow travellers to bring pets aboard the cabin on domestic flights. The airline has just received the green light of approval from Food Standards Australia New Zealand (FSANZ) to carry small animals in the cabin. While there is yet to be specific rules in place for the upcoming service, Virgin Australia has confirmed that only small dogs and cats will be allowed onboard, on the basis that they fit comfortably in the approved pet carriers, and stowed under the seat in front for the whole flight. Aiming to have the new service in place by the end of 2025, it could be a game-changer for those with furry friends.
The Advertiser
17-07-2025
- Entertainment
- The Advertiser
'Unforgettable': Virgin launches party flight for one night in Melbourne
Virgin Australia has unveiled a bold new flight for travellers wanting to party all night - no hotel required. Dubbed Last Flight Club, the first service departs Sydney for Melbourne at 8.30pm on Thursday, August 7, returning early the next morning "just as the sun is rising" - with late-night experiences, events and establishments able to be booked with the flight. Details of continuing Last Flight Club schedules and activities will come after launch. The initiative taps into Melbourne's reputation as Australia's nightlife capital. New Visit Victoria data shows 39 per cent of Australians rate Melbourne as the country's best city for late-night entertainment - ahead of Sydney at 23 per cent. Travellers can enjoy all-night pubs and clubs such as The Melbourne Supper Club, have a "sleepover" at the Melbourne Museum, check out one of the many live music acts across the city or take a behind-the-scenes gallery tour after hours. "Whilst other cities are wonderful, they might start winding down at nighttime, whereas we really come to life and particularly in winter," said Shay Keenan, Visit Victoria CMO. "It's what Melbourne is made for. Whether it's cosying up in a cocktail bar or having a wonderful late-night meal or even exploring our cultural institutions, there's just so much for people to do in Melbourne at night. It's a core part of what makes Melbourne Melbourne." But she said this was the first time they had done something like this, and praised Virgin for the "very different" initiative. Virgin Australia CMO Libby Minogue described Last Flight Club as "a bold new way to travel - turning a regular flight into a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to experience the best of Melbourne after dark, all in one unforgettable night". Asked what gives Melbourne the edge over other cities after dark, Ms Keenan credited locals' enthusiasm for going out year-round - "rugged up, but everywhere" - as well as progressive liquor licensing and opening hours and hospitality innovations that keep the city buzzing into the night. The round-trip pricing starts at $290. Tickets for the launch flight are now open for registration, and travellers can also expect live entertainment onboard, a private DJ set in the lounge on arrival and free entry to the city's all-night events. Virgin isn't the only airline wooing night owls and partygoers. Air New Zealand is courting frustrated Sydney singles with its 30, Flirty and Flying campaign, giving away 30 return economy seats from Sydney to Queenstown to eligible singles. The airline's General Manager of Australia Kathryn O'Brien said their own research fhad found that 41 per cent of Sydney locals had "given up" on the local dating scene, 62 per cent are open to meeting someone outside their city, and 87 per cent have had, or are open to, a holiday romance. The campaign celebrates 30 years of flights between the cities and comes as Air NZ boosts capacity on the Sydney to Queenstown route by 26 per cent for the November 2025-March 2026 season. Virgin Australia has unveiled a bold new flight for travellers wanting to party all night - no hotel required. Dubbed Last Flight Club, the first service departs Sydney for Melbourne at 8.30pm on Thursday, August 7, returning early the next morning "just as the sun is rising" - with late-night experiences, events and establishments able to be booked with the flight. Details of continuing Last Flight Club schedules and activities will come after launch. The initiative taps into Melbourne's reputation as Australia's nightlife capital. New Visit Victoria data shows 39 per cent of Australians rate Melbourne as the country's best city for late-night entertainment - ahead of Sydney at 23 per cent. Travellers can enjoy all-night pubs and clubs such as The Melbourne Supper Club, have a "sleepover" at the Melbourne Museum, check out one of the many live music acts across the city or take a behind-the-scenes gallery tour after hours. "Whilst other cities are wonderful, they might start winding down at nighttime, whereas we really come to life and particularly in winter," said Shay Keenan, Visit Victoria CMO. "It's what Melbourne is made for. Whether it's cosying up in a cocktail bar or having a wonderful late-night meal or even exploring our cultural institutions, there's just so much for people to do in Melbourne at night. It's a core part of what makes Melbourne Melbourne." But she said this was the first time they had done something like this, and praised Virgin for the "very different" initiative. Virgin Australia CMO Libby Minogue described Last Flight Club as "a bold new way to travel - turning a regular flight into a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to experience the best of Melbourne after dark, all in one unforgettable night". Asked what gives Melbourne the edge over other cities after dark, Ms Keenan credited locals' enthusiasm for going out year-round - "rugged up, but everywhere" - as well as progressive liquor licensing and opening hours and hospitality innovations that keep the city buzzing into the night. The round-trip pricing starts at $290. Tickets for the launch flight are now open for registration, and travellers can also expect live entertainment onboard, a private DJ set in the lounge on arrival and free entry to the city's all-night events. Virgin isn't the only airline wooing night owls and partygoers. Air New Zealand is courting frustrated Sydney singles with its 30, Flirty and Flying campaign, giving away 30 return economy seats from Sydney to Queenstown to eligible singles. The airline's General Manager of Australia Kathryn O'Brien said their own research fhad found that 41 per cent of Sydney locals had "given up" on the local dating scene, 62 per cent are open to meeting someone outside their city, and 87 per cent have had, or are open to, a holiday romance. The campaign celebrates 30 years of flights between the cities and comes as Air NZ boosts capacity on the Sydney to Queenstown route by 26 per cent for the November 2025-March 2026 season. Virgin Australia has unveiled a bold new flight for travellers wanting to party all night - no hotel required. Dubbed Last Flight Club, the first service departs Sydney for Melbourne at 8.30pm on Thursday, August 7, returning early the next morning "just as the sun is rising" - with late-night experiences, events and establishments able to be booked with the flight. Details of continuing Last Flight Club schedules and activities will come after launch. The initiative taps into Melbourne's reputation as Australia's nightlife capital. New Visit Victoria data shows 39 per cent of Australians rate Melbourne as the country's best city for late-night entertainment - ahead of Sydney at 23 per cent. Travellers can enjoy all-night pubs and clubs such as The Melbourne Supper Club, have a "sleepover" at the Melbourne Museum, check out one of the many live music acts across the city or take a behind-the-scenes gallery tour after hours. "Whilst other cities are wonderful, they might start winding down at nighttime, whereas we really come to life and particularly in winter," said Shay Keenan, Visit Victoria CMO. "It's what Melbourne is made for. Whether it's cosying up in a cocktail bar or having a wonderful late-night meal or even exploring our cultural institutions, there's just so much for people to do in Melbourne at night. It's a core part of what makes Melbourne Melbourne." But she said this was the first time they had done something like this, and praised Virgin for the "very different" initiative. Virgin Australia CMO Libby Minogue described Last Flight Club as "a bold new way to travel - turning a regular flight into a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to experience the best of Melbourne after dark, all in one unforgettable night". Asked what gives Melbourne the edge over other cities after dark, Ms Keenan credited locals' enthusiasm for going out year-round - "rugged up, but everywhere" - as well as progressive liquor licensing and opening hours and hospitality innovations that keep the city buzzing into the night. The round-trip pricing starts at $290. Tickets for the launch flight are now open for registration, and travellers can also expect live entertainment onboard, a private DJ set in the lounge on arrival and free entry to the city's all-night events. Virgin isn't the only airline wooing night owls and partygoers. Air New Zealand is courting frustrated Sydney singles with its 30, Flirty and Flying campaign, giving away 30 return economy seats from Sydney to Queenstown to eligible singles. The airline's General Manager of Australia Kathryn O'Brien said their own research fhad found that 41 per cent of Sydney locals had "given up" on the local dating scene, 62 per cent are open to meeting someone outside their city, and 87 per cent have had, or are open to, a holiday romance. The campaign celebrates 30 years of flights between the cities and comes as Air NZ boosts capacity on the Sydney to Queenstown route by 26 per cent for the November 2025-March 2026 season. Virgin Australia has unveiled a bold new flight for travellers wanting to party all night - no hotel required. Dubbed Last Flight Club, the first service departs Sydney for Melbourne at 8.30pm on Thursday, August 7, returning early the next morning "just as the sun is rising" - with late-night experiences, events and establishments able to be booked with the flight. Details of continuing Last Flight Club schedules and activities will come after launch. The initiative taps into Melbourne's reputation as Australia's nightlife capital. New Visit Victoria data shows 39 per cent of Australians rate Melbourne as the country's best city for late-night entertainment - ahead of Sydney at 23 per cent. Travellers can enjoy all-night pubs and clubs such as The Melbourne Supper Club, have a "sleepover" at the Melbourne Museum, check out one of the many live music acts across the city or take a behind-the-scenes gallery tour after hours. "Whilst other cities are wonderful, they might start winding down at nighttime, whereas we really come to life and particularly in winter," said Shay Keenan, Visit Victoria CMO. "It's what Melbourne is made for. Whether it's cosying up in a cocktail bar or having a wonderful late-night meal or even exploring our cultural institutions, there's just so much for people to do in Melbourne at night. It's a core part of what makes Melbourne Melbourne." But she said this was the first time they had done something like this, and praised Virgin for the "very different" initiative. Virgin Australia CMO Libby Minogue described Last Flight Club as "a bold new way to travel - turning a regular flight into a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to experience the best of Melbourne after dark, all in one unforgettable night". Asked what gives Melbourne the edge over other cities after dark, Ms Keenan credited locals' enthusiasm for going out year-round - "rugged up, but everywhere" - as well as progressive liquor licensing and opening hours and hospitality innovations that keep the city buzzing into the night. The round-trip pricing starts at $290. Tickets for the launch flight are now open for registration, and travellers can also expect live entertainment onboard, a private DJ set in the lounge on arrival and free entry to the city's all-night events. Virgin isn't the only airline wooing night owls and partygoers. Air New Zealand is courting frustrated Sydney singles with its 30, Flirty and Flying campaign, giving away 30 return economy seats from Sydney to Queenstown to eligible singles. The airline's General Manager of Australia Kathryn O'Brien said their own research fhad found that 41 per cent of Sydney locals had "given up" on the local dating scene, 62 per cent are open to meeting someone outside their city, and 87 per cent have had, or are open to, a holiday romance. The campaign celebrates 30 years of flights between the cities and comes as Air NZ boosts capacity on the Sydney to Queenstown route by 26 per cent for the November 2025-March 2026 season.
Sky News AU
23-06-2025
- Business
- Sky News AU
Virgin Australia celebrates return to the ASX with domestic airfares from $49 in new four day 'Bell to Boarding Sale'
Virgin Australia is celebrating its return to the ASX with a massive sale across the carrier's entire network where flights are going for as little as $49. The nation's second largest carrier is heading back onto the stock market for the first time since 2020 with a four day 'Bell to Boarding Sale'. From 12:01am on Tuesday to Friday 11:59pm, travellers can lap up an array of flights at bargain prices - including a one-way economy lite domestic flight from Sydney to Ballina for less than a pineapple. Canberra to the Gold Coast flights are going from $85, Melbourne to Uluru from $99, Brisbane to Hamilton Island from $119, Perth to Sydney from $209 and dozens of others. The sale also extends to travellers looking to whip out their passport for some jaunts across the Tasman, further out into the Pacific or even up north to Bali. Melbourne to Queenstown return economy lite airfares are starting from $455, Brisbane to Vanuatu will set travellers back $489, Sydney to Fiji is going from $595, Gold Coast to Bali from $489, Brisbane to Samoa from $729 and more. Virgin Australia's chief marketing officer Libby Minogue said the sale comes as the carrier looks to help more Aussies "take to the skies and explore the incredible destinations we fly to". 'With these great-value fares, there's never been a better time to book your next adventure – whether it's a quick getaway or a long-awaited holiday,' Ms Minogue said. 'Whether it's relaxing on a sunny beach in Bali or exploring the stunning beauty of Hamilton Island, there's something for everyone.' Travellers keen to stretch their legs can also save on upgrades to economy X seats. Aussies can fork out an extra $27 on certain domestic routes, such as Canberra to Adelaide, for an upgrade or spend $39 on select international flights, including Brisbane to Fiji. These airfares apply for selected travel dates between July 22 and March 26 2026 and run until the weekend or they are sold out. The sale is to celebrate Virgin Australia offering 30.2 per cent of the company, or $685 million for $2.90 per share, to investors on Tuesday.
