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Old Apr 8, 2014 | 2:59 am
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Originally Posted by JAGMAP
I've had 100% success standing by on an earlier domestic flight using an award ticket. Standing by for a later flight is the same as a no-show.

While Qantas agents religiously follow rules, some go above and beyond to help (e.g. if at first you don't succeed, ask at another counter).
Are you talking about MEL? There are only so many counters you can visit without the staff recognising you. In any case, your success record is admirable.
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