Queensland government hoses down suggestions it is considering bailout for Bonza

Administrators tell creditors meeting they are moving heaven and earth' to secure a future for grounded airline

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The Albanese government has told administrators determining the future of budget airline Bonza it's unlikely to provide financial support to help save the carrier, but the Queensland government is considering stepping in if a new owner is found.

During a first meeting of creditors on Friday administrators from the firm Hall Chadwick said we're moving heaven and earth" to secure a future for the grounded airline.

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