ATIA Announces Inaugural ITAA Members 8 April 2026: Australia's independent travel agents and advisors now have a formal voice in national industry leadership with the Australian Travel Industry Association (ATIA) today announcing the inaugural members of the Independent Travel Agents Association (ITAA April 8, 2026 By Amanda Rixon Media Release 0 Comment Read More >>
ATIA CALLS FOR ACCC GUARDRAILS ON AIRLINE DISTRIBUTION STRATEGIES 7 April 2026: The Australian Travel Industry Association (ATIA) has called for specific "guardrails" to be put in place to protect a competitive travel market re-authorisation of the Qantas-American Airlines Joint Business Agreement (QAJB). April 8, 2026 By Amanda Rixon Media Release 0 Comment Read More >>
RBA bans surcharging with travel businesses to wear at least 1% cost increase from 1 October The Reserve Bank of Australia has today banned surcharging on debit and credit cards, effective 1 October 2026, in a decision the Australian Travel Industry Association (ATIA) says will force up the cost of travel for every Australian and place travel businesses under unacceptable financial pressure. March 31, 2026 By Amanda Rixon Media Release 0 Comment Read More >>
ATIA CEO Dean Long on Singapore Airlines and Western Sydney International Airport QUOTES ATTRIBUTABLE TO ATIA CEO DEAN LONG "Today is a massive leap forward for Sydneysiders and their connection to the world. Singapore Airlines is one of the best aviation players with one of the best products in the sky, and this gives them wonderful access to Europe. March 25, 2026 By Amanda Rixon Media Release 0 Comment Read More >>
Beyond Borders on the Road kicks off in Sydney - Early-Bird Tickets on Sale Now 19 March 2026: ATIA is kicking off its 2026 Beyond Borders On The Road (BBOTR) series in Sydney on 13 April and, for a limited time, members can secure their spot for just $55 and non-members just $110. March 19, 2026 By Amanda Rixon Media Release 0 Comment Read More >>
ATIA convenes live Middle East crisis briefing this Wednesday 17 March 2026: ATIA is bringing travel agents, tour operators, wholesalers and the broader travel industry together this Wednesday 18 March for a members-only Supplier Update Forum: Middle East Travel Disruption, a live, online briefing delivering direct operational intelligence from key suppliers as the crisis continues to reshape international travel March 18, 2026 By Amanda Rixon Media Release 0 Comment Read More >>
ATIA Updates Training and Insurance Settings 12 March 2026: ATIA Acc redited members will benefit from broader recognition of industry qualifications and more proportionate insurance requirements following reforms under the 2025 ATAS Charter Review. March 13, 2026 By Amanda Rixon Media Release 0 Comment Read More >>
ATIA CEO pushes back on 'cancel your Europe trip' headlines 05 March 2026: Reports suggesting Australians should cancel travel plans for the next six months are simply wrong. Etihad and Emirates are flying today. Asian carriers - Singapore Airlines, multiple Chinese carriers - are operating normally and providing reliable alternative routings to Europe. Yes, flight times may be slightly longer. No, you don't need to cancel your trip March 5, 2026 By Amanda Rixon Media Release 0 Comment Read More >>
Emmalita Malmberg to Lead ATIA Partnerships 3 March 2026: Highly respected travel industry leader Emmalita Malmberg is the new National Manager - Corporate Partnerships at the Australian Travel Industry Association (ATIA), commencing 9 March. March 3, 2026 By Amanda Rixon Media Release 0 Comment Read More >>
ATIA Directors Drive National Response to Back Members Amid International Disruptions Monday 2 March 2026: All Directors of the Australian Travel Industry Association (ATIA) have been actively engaged over the weekend, working alongside the executive leadership team to shape and steer a coordinated national response to escalating international aviation disruptions. March 2, 2026 By Amanda Rixon Media Release 0 Comment Read More >>