Originally Posted by
Zaco
I vaguely remember at one point you didn't need a ticket to access the Koru Clubs, is that right? So some people probably used it as an after work bar, weekend retreat etc. Must have been nice. I think I also remember reading that one member (in Wellington?) was extremely upset by this change, and threatened to sue or something. I'm guessing he was a regular
That was Dr G P Barton QC. He didn't threaten to sue, he actually did.
And lost.
Originally Posted by
MrSydney
Yes, people used to treat is like a Free pub.
QF did the same thing. I recall an ex work colleague of mine who took VR and bought life memebership to the QC and used to go the airport each day and use the lounge as a free office/bar without every flying anywhere. He was outraged when QF changed the rules and you had to be flying that day to gain access. How cheap is that!
That's a great story.