Other possibilities (but all cost $$ : may cost more than the value of 12,000 QF points)
Rental car for a few hours :
http://www.qantas.com.au/fflyer/dyn/partners/car
Transfer hotel points: (check in complying)
http://www.qantas.com.au/fflyer/dyn/...hotel-transfer
If you're a member of a hotel loyalty program, you may be able to transfer your hotel points to your Qantas Frequent Flyer account. Transferring your points is simple and having them in one place could bring you closer to your rewards.
Some hotel loyalty programs offer an automatic earn option where you can earn Qantas Frequent Flyer points directly. Minimum transfer amounts may apply.
You can transfer your points from any of the below hotel loyalty programs.
Stay at hotel:
http://www.qantas.com.au/fflyer/dyn/...el/outsideAust
You can enjoy great deals and boost your points balance when you stay at any of our worldwide hotel partners.*
But the Charity gift card is the best choice