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Australia: Airlines under scrutiny for not offering refunds

Australia correspondent Peter Ryan speaks to Lisa Owen about how airlines that unreasonably cancel or delay flights are coming under greater scrutiny to provide a better deal for jilted travelers. The pressure comes after rising anger and frustration from travelers who are tired ...  Show more

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News from the business sector, including a market report. 

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