When Kirsty Lee Akers opened her guitar case for a special NAIDOC Week leg of her 2017 tour, her heart sank.
Akers said many of her musician friends had similar stories of damage to instruments while travelling. "I know musicians who've stood at the terminal window, and they've filmed people throwing their instruments," she said. In a statement, Virgin Australia said its crew members were trained on the safe handling of musical instruments and always stowed instruments on top of other items during loading.
Ms Hazleton said when insurances and costs involved with touring were considered, purchasing extra travel insurance to protect equipment could be out of reach for many musicians.Baggage handlers filmed hurling Qantas luggage onto conveyor belt stood down pending investigationPolice stopped Brad on his morning walk for wearing a hoodie. Ten minutes later, he was deadAudrey closed the doors of a Canberra day spa at 4pm.