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Former Virgin CEO Given $50 Million Golden Handshake

Jayne Hrdlicka earned a $50 million package including $33 million in shares after leading Virgin Australia from bankruptcy to a profitable IPO and strategic partnership with Qatar Airways.

  • Jayne Hrdlicka, former Chief Executive of Virgin Australia, will receive $33.5 million worth of shares as part of her exit deal negotiated with Bain Capital.
  • Hrdlicka's total remuneration for the last financial year exceeded $50 million, including cash and shares based on company disclosures.
  • Hrdlicka will become Chief Executive of Dan Murphy's in early 2026 and remains Chairperson of Tennis Australia.
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Australian Financial Review broke the news in Sydney, Australia on Thursday, September 11, 2025.
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