Point Hacks
by Point Hacks
Demystifying the world of frequent flyer points one podcast at a time.Point Hacks show you how to turn everyday spending and credit card rewards into unforgettable travel experiences. Whether you’re dreaming of a Business Class seat to Europe, a luxury family getaway, or simply never paying full price for a flight again, we provide the insider tips, tools, and confidence to reach your points and status goals faster.Join Tobias Venus as he learns from the best in the business on earning and burning frequent flyer points in Australia.
Episodes
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New to Points? Start Here
How do you start earning frequent flyer points in Australia? If you’re new to Qantas Points, Velocity Points and loyalty programs, this episode is the place to start. Tobias Venus and Brandon Loo break down the basics of earning and using points, including which frequent flyer programs and...
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Credit Card Rewards are already falling. Here's how to stay ahead - w/Nicole Pedersen-McKinnon
From 1 October 2026, Australia’s credit card landscape changes significantly. Surcharging will disappear on designated eftpos, Mastercard and Visa payments, while lower interchange fees could put further pressure on credit card bonus points, earn rates and perks. In this episode of the Point…
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We tried ANA’s new Business Class suite before it flies
We go behind the scenes in Japan for a first look at ANA’s new Boeing 787 cabin, including The Room FX Business Class suite, updated Premium Economy and a more spacious Economy seat. Brandon and Toby test the mock-ups, talk through the biggest upgrades, and explain what makes The Room FX…
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Everything you need to know about Qantas Project Sunrise
Qantas’ Project Sunrise could change how Australians fly to Europe, with nonstop Sydney to London flights planned on specially configured Airbus A350 aircraft. In this episode of the Point Hacks Podcast, Tobias Venus speaks with Brandon Loo after his Project Sunrise media briefing and Airbus...
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Why Hong Kong Is One of the Best Cities for Points Travel
Tobias and Brandon recently visited Hong Kong and came away convinced it’s one of the top destinations for Australian points collectors. In this episode, we cover: • Why Hong Kong works so well as a stopover city • How to use points to get there • The best airport lounges and aviation experiences…
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How Australia’s New Card Surcharge Rules Could Affect Points Earners
Credit card surcharges are being scrapped in Australia, but what does that mean for frequent flyer points? In this episode, Toby Venus and Wilson McTaggart break down the RBA’s changes to surcharges and interchange fees, why they matter, and how they could affect sign-up bonuses, earn rates…
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Japan and Beyond: The Point Hacks Guide to Cherry Blossoms
Cherry blossom season in Japan is one of the most popular travel experiences for Australians. In this episode, we cover where to go, when to book and how to use points effectively. Tobias also recounts his previous (and somewhat disastrous) visit to chase cherry blossoms in 2025. We also answer a...
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Are Qantas Status Hacks Dead?
Qantas has announced the biggest overhaul of its Frequent Flyer program in years, and it’s going to change how Australians earn status, redeem points and engage with the airline. In this episode Brandon and Tobias break down everything we know about the upcoming changes rolling out between 2026…
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How to hack the Qantas Double Status Credits promotion
Qantas Double Status Credits are back — and this is your fast track to Gold or Platinum. In this emergency episode of the Point Hacks Podcast, we break down the newly announced Double Status Credits promotion and show you exactly how to turn it into elite status. We explain how the offer works…
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The top 8 uses of 150,000 Velocity Points in 2026
In this episode of the Point Hacks Podcast, we’re answering one of the biggest questions for Velocity members: What’s the best way to spend Velocity Points in 2026? Brandon joins Toby to break down the top reward flight redemptions, from long-haul Business Class sweet spots to clever partner...
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The top Velocity Point earning credit cards for 2026
Looking for a Velocity Points-earning credit card but overwhelmed by bonus offers, lounge perks and confusing earn rates? In this episode of the Point Hacks Podcast, Tobias and Brandon break down seven of the top Velocity Point earning credit cards available right now, comparing: • Bonus point...
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Which is the best Qantas Domestic Business Lounge?
Which Qantas domestic business lounge is actually the best in Australia and which one really needs some love? In this episode of the Point Hacks Podcast, Tobias Venus is joined by frequent flyer expert Chris Chamberlin to rank every Qantas domestic business lounge from worst to best. Between…
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Why you should be using ALL Accor + Explorer
Most travellers think about frequent flyer programs first but if you stay in hotels regularly, you might be leaving huge value on the table. In this episode, Tobias and Brandon discuss Accor hotel's range of loyalty programs, including how to maximise perks such as free nights, Qantas...
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How to regularly fly First Class (and the best cabins to pick)
First Class flights look outrageous on Instagram. Private suites, showers in the sky and champagne worth more than your weekly shop. But are they actually worth the points? In this episode of the Point Hacks Podcast, Tobias Venus is joined by frequent First Class flyer, Chris Chamberlin, to break...
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The top Qantas Point earning credit cards for 2026
Choosing a Qantas credit card can feel overwhelming but at Point Hacks we're thinking about this stuff every day! In this episode, Brandon Loo joins Tobias to break down nine major Qantas-earning credit cards, their perks, earn rates and fees. We also answer a great listener question: “Is there a...
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Are frequent flyer points worth it? I asked a finance expert.
Finance expert, author, and media personality Nicole Pedersen-McKinnon joins Tobias to unpack one of the biggest questions in money and travel: As a finance expert, is collecting frequent flyer points actually worth it? In this episode, you’ll learn: ✈️ How Nicole flew herself and her kids to...
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How to earn Singapore Airlines KrisFlyer Miles in Australia (it's easier than you think!)
Singapore Airlines KrisFlyer is one of the most popular programs for Australian travellers — but with changes rolling out, are the miles still worth collecting? In this episode we break down how KrisFlyer works, the upcoming devaluations, the best sweet-spot redemptions, and how Aussies can earn...
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The best ways to earn Frequent Flyer Points
How easy is it really to earn Qantas and Velocity Points without flying Business Class every week? In this episode of the Point Hacks Podcast, Tobias sits down with Brandon Loo and Chris Chamberlain to break down every way Aussies can start earning points right now, from supermarket shops to…
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Would You Rather a Foot Spa or Four AFL Games? We Put Velocity Points to the Test
What’s the best way to spend 25,000 Velocity Points? A $119 foot spa or flights to four AFL games across three cities in one weekend? In this episode of the Point Hacks Podcast, Toby and Josh put the theory to the test. We cover: ✅ Comparing 25,000 Velocity Points spent on a foot spa vs. on...
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The top 9 uses of 100,000 Qantas Points
Qantas raised classic reward prices, so what still delivers with 100,000 Qantas Points? Brandon Loo joins Tobias Venus to re-rank 9 great redemptions post-devaluation. We cover: ✅ What changed in the Qantas award devaluation (up to ~20%) and how it reshapes the value of 100,000 points ✅ Emirates...
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Qsuite on a Virgin Australia Ticket: Is It Worth Your Velocity Points?
Thanks to its partnership with Qatar Airways, Virgin Australia is “back” with international long haul flights. But are these flights actually worth your hard-earned Velocity Points? In this episode Tobias Venus chats with Chris Chamberlin (Senior News Editor, Point Hacks) who flew the inaugural...
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How I travelled the world in Business Class using Qantas Points
In this episode of Point Hacks, Tobias Venus chats with Brandon Loo, fresh from an epic two-week trip around the globe — all booked using Qantas Points! Learn exactly how he visited four continents, multiple world-class cities, and top airline lounges for just 318,000 points + minimal taxes (now...
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Travel Points (w/ Chris Chamberlin & Matt Graham)
Travel Pointers is a brand new Australian podcast for frequent flyers, hosted by Point Hacks News Editor Chris Chamberlin and Australian Frequent Flyer Editor Matt Graham. Each month, your hosts will discuss the latest travel news, share their best travel tips and stories, and provide useful tips...
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S2 Ep 10 - The Taj Mahal via an Indian Air Force base (w/ Chris Chamberlin)
Travelling in India is an amazing adventure, but it pays to plan in advance. From landing in a security-heavy air force base to finding the right ATM, Chris Chamberlin shares his firsthand experience of incredible India.
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S2 Ep 9 - A taste of the Maldives in New Caledonia (w/ Chris Chamberlin)
Fresh off a Business Class flight, Chris Chamberlin is loving New Caledonia. Noumea is easy to get to, gives you a taste of the Maldives, and there are reward seats available! David and Chris breakdown the entire experience, and how you can fly there yourself using your Qantas points.
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S2 Ep 8 - Talking availability and hunting reward seats (w/ Matt Graham, Chris Chamberlin & Brandon Loo)
How do the experts find Business and First Class reward seats? What are some routes to look at given current availability? Which points currencies should I be collecting? There are too many answers to these questions to put on one guest's shoulders. So we got three! We've gathered some of...
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S2 Ep 7 - All roads lead to Rome (w/ Brandon Loo)
In this episode, Point Hacks' writer Brandon Loo returns to the podcast to brag about his recent trip to Rome and the sparkling Amalfi Coast. With reward availability at a premium right now, we also dive into some interesting and creative ways to jet to Europe on points. Brandon's top tips?…
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S2 Ep 6 - The world’s longest flight (w/ Chris Chamberlin)
Chris Chamberlin is making up for lost time! Having just completed the world's longest flight between Singapore and New York, we talk about how he fared and the future of ultra long hauls.
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S2 Ep 5 - 109 hours, impressive or insane? (w/ Michael Siwes)
Point Hacks CEO, Michael Siwes, just flew return to Barcelona. From start to finish, the entire trip was booked using points in either Business or First Class. The catch? 109 hours of time spent travelling.
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S2 Ep 4 - A Sling to Singapore (w/ Daniel Sciberras)
Singapore have recently relaxed their COVID restrictions, effectively opening the county to tourism again. Editor-in-Chief of Point Hacks, Daniel Sciberras, joins our host David to talk about what Singapore is currently like on the ground, and some of the best ways to get there on points.
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S2 Ep 3 - Across the ditch (w/ Chris Chamberlin)
Chris Chamberlin joins David today to talk about New Zealand. Chris had travelled over a million miles sampling the best in Business Class and First Class. That’s further than two return trips to the moon! Today he recounts his recent trip to New Zealand and shares some tips for when you book…
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S2 Ep 2 - Fiji is calling (w/ Brandon Loo)
On this episode of Points of View, we chat with Brandon Loo, a senior writer for Point Hacks. Brandon recently jetted to paradise in style, thanks to Qantas Points. He shares his tips and tricks – from planning his trip to Fiji, to making the most of his time on the ground.
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S2 Ep 1 - London via Darwin (w/ Antonia Strakosch)
We're back after a pandemic-sized break. On this episode of Points of View, we talk to Antonia Strakosch, a writer and editor for Point Hacks. Antonia just did a Business Class round trip to London on points, and dives into what it's like to travel as COVID restrictions are lifted and the world...
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S1 Ep 10 - Q & A with the Managing Editor of Point Hacks (w/ Daniel Sciberras) - Point Hacks
What are your burning questions about the frequent flyer game? On the last episode of Season 1, we asked the Point Hacks audience what they’d like to ask our Managing Editor, Daniel Sciberras. From tools, status and the age old Qantas versus Velocity question, Daniel answers all.
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S1 Ep 9 - What to tell a Frequent Flyer Beginner and Redemption Strategies (w/ Keith Mason) - Point Hacks
We’ve got Keith Mason, founder of Point Hacks, back on the podcast and we’re talking about Beginners and Redemption Strategies. This is a great episode if you’re a beginner yourself or if you have friends that ask you how to get started in the points game. In the second half of the podcast we…
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S1 Ep 8 - A Game of Thrones, the best Business Class seats (w/ Matt Moffitt) - Point Hacks
The team at Point Hacks travel a lot and have been fortunate enough to test out many Business Class seats. On this episode, Matt Moffitt and I run through the best seats you should be aiming for with your Frequent Flyer points redemptions.
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S1 Ep 7 - Hotel, Motel, Holiday Inn. Talking about the world of Hotel Points (w/ Daniel Sciberras) - Point Hacks
Australians are points crazy, but mainly with Frequent Flyer points. There’s a whole world of hotel points that goes relatively unnoticed in comparison. Point Hacks Managing Editor, Daniel Sciberras is back to talk about how to get the most out of hotel points.
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S1 Ep 6 - Using points to fly with your family (w/ Keith Mason) - Point Hacks
Point Hacks founder, Keith Mason, is back again and on this episode we’re talking travel with family. We’ll be diving into how Keith travels with his family using points, how your priorities can change when booking a seat, as well as tips & hacks to look out for.
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S1 Ep 5 - How a newbie scored First Class (w/ Kane Richards) - Point Hacks
How do you go from having close to 0 Frequent Flyer points in your account to booking a trip with 2 Business and 1 First Class flights just over a year later? A good friend of mine, Kane Richards, joins me today to talk about how he did just that and what he learned from the process. It's worth...
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S1 Ep 4 - When flying with Points goes horribly wrong (w/ Edward Alder) - Point Hacks
What do you do when you’ve booked a massive family trip to Europe using points and things start to fall apart? Edward Alder, who’s joining us today, found out the answer to that question first hand. It’s a pretty insane story.
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S1 Ep 3 - Amazing use of points, Round the World with oneworld (w/ Daniel Sciberras) - Point Hacks
The Managing Editor of Point Hacks, Daniel Sciberras, joins us today. We’ll be discussing one of the best value points redemptions you can make… a oneworld round the world booking. This can be done in Economy, Business or First class using your qantas points. Daniel covers all of the details,...
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S1 Ep 2 - Living as a digital nomad and flying in style (w/ Matt Moffitt) - Point Hacks
Imagine travelling the world, working from exotic locations and flying in more business and first class seats than you can count. Well that’s exactly what Matt Moffitt, a Senior Writer for Point Hacks, did for over a year! Today I’m talking to Matt about his time as a digital nomad including the...
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S1 Ep 1 - The story of Point Hacks (w/ Keith Mason) - Point Hacks
In the very first episode of Points of View we talk to Keith Mason, founder of the Point Hacks website. Point Hacks started in 2011 and has grown into Australia's top website to help people earn the most points that can meet their travel goals. We also dive into how Keith got into the world of...
About this show
Demystifying the world of frequent flyer points one podcast at a time.Point Hacks show you how to turn everyday spending and credit card rewards into unforgettable travel experiences. Whether you’re dreaming of a Business Class seat to Europe, a luxury family getaway, or simply never paying full price for a flight again, we provide the insider tips, tools, and confidence to reach your points and status goals faster.Join Tobias Venus as he learns from the best in the business on earning and burning frequent flyer points in Australia.
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