Jetstar launches insane sale
There are more than 95,000 free seats available on Jetstar flights, as part of a sale where customers who purchase select outbound starter fares get a ticket home at zero cost.
The offer is available across more than 80 domestic and international routes, including from Melbourne to Singapore, Sydney to Vanuatu and Adelaide to Bali. The Jetstar offer is available across more than 80 domestic and international routes, including from Melbourne to Singapore, Sydney to Vanuatu and Adelaide to Bali. NewsWire / Sarah Marshall Credit: News Corp Australia
Select domestic fares from $38 can be booked with $0 return flights, while some international fares from $154 can be booked with $0 return flights
The dates available vary depending on the route, but include early September 2025 to late March 2026 for domestic and late May 2025 to late March 2026 for international.
The 48-hour sale kicks off at midnight on Tuesday May 6, and ends at 11.59pm AEST Thursday May 8, unless sold out prior.
The deal is extended for Club Jetstar members, who have 12 hours of exclusive early access from midday AEST Tuesday.
Customers who are not already a Club Jetstar member can sign up when making a booking for $65.
'Over the years, we have become famous for running a huge birthday sale – and our 21st year is no exception,' Jetstar Group CEO Stephanie Tully said. The 48-hour Jetstar sale kicks off at midnight on Tuesday May 6, and ends at 11.59pm AEST Thursday May 8, unless sold out prior. NCA NewsWire / Ian Currie Credit: News Corp Australia
'We know that Aussies love a sale almost as much as they love a holiday, so we are proud to offer these incredibly low fares to customers as we celebrate the start of our third decade.
'Around one in three Jetstar customers travel for less than $100 and we're committed to keeping fares low so our customers can spend more on their holiday.'
The deal is only available from the same arrival and departure ports, and travellers must pack light as checked baggage is not included.
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"I think we've made a good impression in that regard. "What an upbeat and exciting weekend this is proving to be. I hope everyone enjoys the game." The match kicked off at 1.30pm. FIJI fans gave the sea of green and gold a run for their money as thousands of spectators swarmed McDonald Jones Stadium for the Wallabies Test showdown against Fiji on Sunday afternoon. In the dying seconds of the game, Wallabies captain Harry Wilson scored, resulting in a 21-18 win against Fiji. Wearing jerseys, waving flags and belting chants, the 28,132-strong crowd brought a roaring atmosphere to the stadium, with supporters from across the region streaming in, as well as Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and his Fiji counterpart Sitiveni Rabuka, for a taste of the action. Wallabies fan Belinda Casson, her husband Sam, who went to school with scrumhalf Nic White, and the kids drove down from Tamworth to cheer on the team. "It's been a while since we've actually been able to watch them play," she said. 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Perth Now
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Perth Now
13 hours ago
- Perth Now
Dire warning after Qantas breach
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The Australian Signals Directorate, a Federal Government intelligence agency, responded to over 1100 cyber security incidents and 36,700 hotline calls in 2023–24, a 12 per cent jump on the previous year. Data breach notifications spiked 15 per cent in the second half of 2024. Healthcare remains the most targeted industry, with 102 reported breaches in the latter half of last year. Financial institutions and manufacturers are also under siege, with attackers exploiting stolen credentials, ransomware, and legacy technologies to halt operations or access sensitive information. In September 2022, Optus experienced a major data breach where hackers accessed between 2.5 million and 9.7 million / Gaye Gerard Credit: News Corp Australia Dr Hammond said it's becoming clear that large datasets of personal information, like names, birth dates, and phone numbers, should be 'treated as liabilities, not assets.' 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'Qantas is not alone in this regard, it is just the latest in a long string of companies which have had data breaches, and it is fast becoming time for a proper regulatory overhaul to require that these companies treat our data with the concern that it deserves,' he said. The Australian Cyber Security Centre responded to over 1100 cyber security incidents and 36,700 hotline calls in 2023–24, a 12 per cent jump on the previous year. NewsWire / Gary Ramage Credit: News Corp Australia The Qantas breach follows a rising number of incidents linked to third-party vendors. Experts say supply chain vulnerabilities now account for the majority of data breaches in Australia, and organisations must hold external providers to the same high cybersecurity standards as internal systems. Stephen Kho, cybersecurity expert at Avast, told Newswire that businesses must go beyond simply defending against threats and start preparing. 'Businesses, no matter their size, need to accept that cyberattacks are no longer a matter of 'if', but 'when'. That means shifting from a purely defensive mindset to one of preparation and resilience,' Mr Kho said. While AI was not involved in the Qantas incident, cybersecurity professionals are increasingly warning that artificial intelligence will supercharge future threats. Scammers are now using AI to craft phishing messages, mimic voices, and even create deepfakes to deceive victims. As the technology advances, impersonation attacks and targeted scams are becoming harder to detect and more damaging. Dr Hammond Pearce told NewsWire the Qantas breach highlights a dangerous complacency among major companies. NewsWire / Luis Enrique Ascui Credit: News Corp Australia Mr Kho said prevention is still the best defence against increasingly sophisticated attacks, and he has advice for both the public and businesses. He recommends using a password manager to generate strong, unique logins for every account, keeping devices and apps updated to patch known vulnerabilities, and staying alert to anything that seems suspicious. 'A healthy dose of scepticism online is one of the best defences you have,' he said. Mr Kho also urges people to act quickly if something seems off, such as receiving unexpected verification codes, password reset emails, or strange messages from friends, as these may be signs an account has been compromised. If caught up in a breach, he advises updating sensitive passwords, monitoring bank statements, and watching out for phishing scams impersonating trusted brands like Qantas. 'The goal is to contain the damage before it escalates,' he said. For businesses, he urges companies to invest in secure infrastructure, regularly patch software, educate staff, and prepare a clear incident response plan if a breach occurs. 'How quickly and transparently a business responds can have a huge impact on how customers perceive and trust the brand afterwards.' Scammers are now using AI to craft flawless phishing messages, mimic voices, and even create deepfakes to deceive victims. NewsWire / Gary Ramage Credit: News Corp Australia The federal government has pledged up to $20 billion by 2033 to strengthen Australia's cyber defences and has launched awareness campaigns like 'Stop. Check. Protect.' to help Australians recognise and avoid online scams. But Dr Hammond argues that meaningful progress requires more than public awareness — it demands a systemic overhaul. 'It is fast becoming time for a proper regulatory overhaul to require that these companies treat our data with the concern that it deserves,' he said. Until then, Australians are being urged to take their own precautions, because as the Qantas breach makes clear, even the biggest and most trusted companies are far from immune.
