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#10. Delta opens first-ever non-airport lounge at Sphere Las Vegas

New partnership with one of the city’s most iconic venues.
#9. Turkish Airlines flags PNR compliance amid agent backlash

Warns that responsibility lies with agencies.
#8. HLO owner becomes multi-store operator with new Qld opening

Helloworld Travel‘s Colin Jakins now has two stores in Brisbane.
#7. Adelaide Airport opens calming Sensory Room for stress-free flying

Offering a dedicated, quiet and low-stimulus space for travellers.
#6. Hamilton Island sold to Blackstone in reported landmark $1.2B deal

US private equity giant to buy reef resort icon in the Whitsundays.
#5. Interview: Flight Centre’s Skroo Turner on outspokenness & retirement

FCTG Co-Founder & CEO also reveals a surprising destination admission.
#4. China’s biggest airline to fly year-round to Adelaide and Perth

And add a third daily flight from Sydney in 2026.
#3. Perth Airport’s first onsite hotel unveils resort-style vision

Pullman Perth Airport is shaping up to be more than a quick overnight stay.
#2. Travel warning level upped for South-East Asian hotspot

Australia updates travel advice for popular destination.
#1. Major Chinese airline makes its Aussie debut in Melbourne

Making it a record 42nd carrier for the airport.
And that’s another must-read recap of the Karryon Top 10 Stories of the week.
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