Australia loves big things, so to celebrate this glorious big movement, Bonza Airlines has announced the next ‘big’ regional icon to join the list alongside the Big Pineapple, Banana, Mango, Ugg Boots, Guitar, and more. Are you ready for the Giant Bonza Budgies?!
Australia’s fascination with giant icons is about to be indulged with plans released today for the ‘Big Bonza Budgies’ in Airlie Beach.
The oversized take on iconic Aussie swimwear is born from excitement locally for the launch of Bonza, Australia’s only independent low-cost carrier, which announced a historic partnership with Whitsunday Coast Airport in February.
A mockup of the installation is being released today and the hope is it will become an attraction in its own right just as the Sunshine Coast has the Giant Pineapple, Newcastle has Giant Ugg Boots, The Big Bogan at Nyngan and Tamworth’s Big Golden Guitar.
“Last month, we announced a game-changing partnership with Bonza that will see seven new flights each week from the Whitsunday Coast to Sunshine Coast, Newcastle and Toowoomba Wellcamp,” said Whitsunday Regional Council Mayor Andrew Willcox.
“Since then, the excitement amongst locals and the tourism industry has been so infectious we thought it would be fitting to mark the occasion with regional Australia’s next big thing.”
The installation will take pride of place at Airlie Beach Lagoon and will provide additional shade for visitors who come to the region.
What started as a bit of a laugh has fast grown into a symbol of Bonza’s commitment to Allstralia, said Bonza Chief Commercial Officer Carly Povey.
“When we launched our initial route map, instead of traditional ribbon and cake cuttings – we handed over Bonza Budgies and Cozzies to local Mayors and Airport CEOs. The swimwear has become the topic of so much conversation that we’re currently preparing enough stock for them to be sold onboard.”
“The energy, excitement and passion for the Whitsunday Coast is so infectious and we couldn’t be more thrilled to see Australia’s next big thing as our very own Bonza Budgies. Kudos to Whitsunday Coast for a unique way to celebrate the partnership,” added Povey.
In more serious news, the airline is now opening its doors for pilot and cabin crew applications.
Initially, around 200 roles will be available, with further growth expected. Those interested in joining the team of “Bonza Legends” are being encouraged to apply for roles based in Bonza’s Backyard – the Sunshine Coast or the airline’s second and only city base – Melbourne.
For more information visit flybonza.com
