A national strike involving ground handler Alyzia staff cancels approximately 140 Brussels Airport flights on October 9, 2026. Brussels Airlines UK routes notably affected.
The Australian government will cut 650,000 temporary visas over four years, reducing net overseas migration to 100,000 annually for two years. Temporary student and working holiday visas face significant restrictions and fee increases.
Tourism operators in Northern Territory’s Top End warn many small businesses face closure due to a delayed dry season and federal backpacker visa reductions. They urge the government to establish a dedicated fund and scrap visa caps to prevent economic collapse.