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10 great ways to use 80,000 Velocity Points

With 80,000 Velocity Points in your pocket, you could indulge in a wide range of rewards from Business Class to Asia to a taste of First Class from the Middle East to London, Istanbul or Malé.

26 May 2025.

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Qantas Airbus A380 Economy (Sydney – London)

Qantas' daily QF1 service from Sydney to London via Singapore offers a smooth ride on the Airbus A380 – but there are areas where rivals outshine the Red Roo.

23 May 2025.

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Earning frequent flyer points on the ground

It's no secret that you can earn far more frequent flyer points on the ground than in the air. From fuel to groceries and insurance to utilities, it's never been easier - or quicker - to reach your travel goals.

21 May 2025.

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The beginner’s guide to Velocity Frequent Flyer status and benefits

The more you fly with Virgin Australia and its partner airlines, the higher up the status ladder you go in the Velocity Frequent Flyer program.

21 May 2025.

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Guide to Velocity Status

Reminder: Last days to use Velocity Points with Etihad

Etihad will leave the Velocity program in just under two weeks. Now's the time to lock in any future travel – including on the carrier's luxurious Airbus A380 First Class.

19 May 2025.

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First look: Qantas Domestic Business Lounge, Adelaide

Qantas' newest domestic lounge impresses with a strong focus on local flavours and materials. Opening from today, here's what you can expect inside.

15 May 2025.

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Qantas Adelaide Domestic Business

Velocity Frequent Flyer delivers new partnership with DoorDash

Turn food and grocery deliveries into rewards faster. You can now earn Velocity Points on all DoorDash orders. There's also an easy 2,000 points up for grabs with your next order.

14 May 2025.

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DoorDash Velocity

Emirates tightens First Class reward availability for Skywards members

Emirates is restricting First Class reward seat availability to its Skywards Silver, Gold and Platinum members – but it seems Qantas Frequent Flyer members will still be able to book them.

12 May 2025.

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The eight best frequent flyer programs to join when you’re starting out

This beginner's guide goes through our top picks on frequent flyer programs you should get started with first, plus many more you can join later on.

12 May 2025.

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How to book Cathay Pacific’s new Aria Suite with points

Cathay Pacific's latest Business Class product is now jetting to London, Sydney and Beijing. But reward seats in this snazzy cabin aren't easy to come across unless you're a member of a certain program.

05 May 2025.

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