Queensland is set to be one of the biggest losers from Qatar Airways' failed bid for more flights. According to the Courier Mail, the Sunshine State could lose more than $100 million annually from its tourism economy. That is despite the airline being paid millions of dollars by the state government to ensure the airline keeps servicing Brisbane. Representatives from Brisbane Airport have held talks with the federal government to push the case for more flights.
Queensland is set to be one of the biggest losers from Qatar Airways' failed bid for more flights.
According to the Courier Mail, the Sunshine State could lose more than $100 million annually from its tourism economy. That is despite the airline being paid millions of dollars by the state government to ensure the airline keeps servicing Brisbane. Representatives from Brisbane Airport have held talks with the federal government to push the case for more flights.
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