I heard Australia mentioned many times over the 'Do ...which is a big departure from the "no, we'll never return to Australia" that was uttered at the last 2 big Do's. I guess the 787 gives them the range and revenue they need to consider such destination(s).

But even so, as Qantas and United roll-out lie-flat suites for service Down Under, I don't know just how competitive CO can be with its premium cabin ...even with a complete BF overhall on a new plane type.