Tag Archives: Virgin Australia

Episode 777: GippsAero is Aussie again but some of Bonza’s pax aren’t happy

Posted on December 6, 2023 by admin

It’s an auspicious episode given it’s aligned to the mighty Boeing Triple-7 aircraft (the originals, not the -X :) ) but the main news is that the boys are very happy to report that George Morgan, the surviving co-founder of … Continue reading →

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Episode 772: Qantas’ reputation drops as passenger annoyance (& fares) go up

Posted on November 1, 2023 by admin

Steve’s recovery continues so the boys dive into the latest stories, kicking off with the realisation that the RAAF (or maybe the government) were listening to Episode 770 as the RAAF have been sent into Israel to provide repatriation flights … Continue reading →

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Episode 745: Accents to the MAX as Winter draws near Down Under

Posted on April 12, 2023 by admin

Accents?? What accents?? It may well be a matter of perspective of course, but following on from last week’s discussion by the Geeks of Aussie accents vs American accents, we take a quick look at some of the challenges that … Continue reading →

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Episode 736: Anniversaries abound, from marriages to Emiroo

Posted on February 8, 2023 by admin

February seems to be anniversary time in Oz as it’s a cracker time for a Summer wedding, but that’s not been the case this week as it’s been rather cold and we haven’t (yet) seen any snow, and certainly none … Continue reading →

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Episode 607: Quarantinny News from Down Under

Posted on June 9, 2020 by admin

It’s been a while since our last Australia Desk and the boys have been busy in their isolation. Grant’s picked up a new, sexy microphone & studio gear while Steve’s been busy perfecting his speed editing while working on more … Continue reading →

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Episode 379: Steve’s turn to Visit Fiji

Posted on December 2, 2015 by admin

Steve’s relaxing in Fiji but still takes a moment to chat with Grant & record some content for the OzDesk before going back to his strenuous relaxation program. Virgin Australia were the most punctual airline in October but Steve’s aborted … Continue reading →

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Episode 378: Ice ice baby!

Posted on November 25, 2015 by admin

Big news this week as the RAAF lands one of their C17s on the Wilkins ice runway in Antarctica. The RAAF may also be looking at a new, bigger VIP aircraft as our Prime Minister needs a bigger executive jet … Continue reading →

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Episode 376: It’s all Back in Black

Posted on November 11, 2015 by admin

Grant’s not letting his birthday get in the way of recording an OzDesk but Steve’s been loading up the articles so this could be a long one! Qantas loses its bet with Air New Zealand and celebrates the recent All … Continue reading →

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Episode 374: Tiger Enters the Comedy Market, Who Knew?

Posted on October 28, 2015 by admin

The boys are back and the comedy flows as they report on Tiger Airways apparently improving their customer experience and even getting a new call center. Steve is less than enthused! He is, however, rather excited about the next Retro … Continue reading →

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Episode 363: The Virgin, the Tiger, the Sex Party and the Max

Posted on August 12, 2015 by admin

Steve has declared that the boys won’t be talking about the Australian Sex Party despite Grant’s protestations (don’t worry, you can hear our chat with two of their pilots, Ken Hill & Tim Sheen, back in PCDU Episode 40). After … Continue reading →

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