Albury

The carrier again accused Qantas of predatory practices, a charge the Star Alliance member strongly rejects.

The latest exit follows confirmation that Rex is ending its Albury-Melbourne route after 39 years.

The oneworld alliance member is returning to a market it last served nonstop seven years ago.

The route is one of three new leisure services targeting skiers and snowboarders.

Qantas has hit back at the claims, describing them as a 'classic Rex tantrum.'

Virgin Australia’s decision to exit nine regional routes has prompted Qantas to expand its offering.

A number of regional routes are being cut from the airline’s network as part of an ongoing restructuring program.