The WA government confirms arrangements with Qantas, Virgin Australia, and Air North for discounted airfares on regional routes. Discounts vary by fare class and route.

AnsweredQoN 2041Legislative Assembly
Asked
1 April 2014
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Finance

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In relation to air fare discounts, I ask: (a) does the government have any arrangement with a regional airline for a discount on fares; and (b) if so, what are the terms of this discount for each airline, and what routes do they apply to?

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Answered
6 May 2014
Responded by
Minister for Finance
Response time
35 days
The
Department of Finance
advises:
(a) Yes.
(b) Qantas and Virgin Australia's regional operations provide government discounts on a number of regular passenger travel routes within Western Australia. Discounts vary by fare class and route.
Air North has also offered discounts.

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