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Qantas, startups, 'soft corruption': Joe Aston on going it alone


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Published in Business and Finance on Wednesday, January 22nd 2025 at 9:00 GMT by Crikey   Print publication without navigation

  • Joe Aston becomes one of the first big-name journalists in Australian media to attempt a US-style independent venture, with help from some old friends.

The article from Crikey discusses the return of Joe Aston to the Australian Financial Review (AFR) after his departure to start his own newsletter, Rampart. Aston, known for his acerbic commentary, particularly on Qantas, has been reinstated at the AFR following the closure of Rampart, which he launched with high expectations but ultimately failed to sustain. His return was marked by a satirical piece about his own comeback, highlighting his ongoing feud with Qantas, especially its Chairman's Lounge, which he has been banned from. The piece also touches on the broader implications of his journalism style, his impact on media, and the dynamics of his relationship with the AFR, where he was once a prominent figure before his brief exit.

Read the Full Crikey Article at:
[ https://www.crikey.com.au/2025/01/22/joe-aston-returning-afr-rampart-newsletter-qantas-chairmans-lounge/ ]

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