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Mar 30, 2021, 6:00 pm
#61
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ScoMo has tried to have a common definition. Worked for the first NZ-AU bubble suspension, but for the 2nd QLD went it alone. Other individual states followed.
In AU the feds control the international airports & distribute the (borrowed) money (jobkeeper, etc), but each state/territory has its own Covid-19 response based on state/territory health regulations/laws (and state politics/ when the next state election is). The rules for NZ-AU/AU-NZ are easier understood than crossing state/territory borders
Apr 5, 2021, 4:24 pm
#63
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According to Information that TVNZ have received the Tasman Bubble could start effective this Friday.
Does look like NZ is running daily AKL-SYD flights from this Friday too!
Does look like NZ is running daily AKL-SYD flights from this Friday too!
Very much looking forward to going to AU again!
Apr 5, 2021, 5:40 pm
#64
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Take the politics to OMNI, this was clearly inevitable and let's keep it on topic
Apr 5, 2021, 8:00 pm
#65
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But anyway, does anyone think fares will drop if the announcement is made today with a soonish start date? Is Air NZ the only airline currently flying TT?
Looked at flights for mid May and RT AKL-MEL// SYD-AKL was $1,140 Seat+bag
Apr 5, 2021, 8:05 pm
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Ha this is a total political decision, nothing else.
But anyway, does anyone think fares will drop if the announcement is made today with a soonish start date? Is Air NZ the only airline currently flying TT?
Looked at flights for mid May and RT AKL-MEL// SYD-AKL was $1,140 Seat+bag
But anyway, does anyone think fares will drop if the announcement is made today with a soonish start date? Is Air NZ the only airline currently flying TT?
Looked at flights for mid May and RT AKL-MEL// SYD-AKL was $1,140 Seat+bag
QF & JQ will ramp up when full bubble is announced. A QF pdf timetable show more flights, but not yet able to be booked or showing in on line schedules
Apr 5, 2021, 8:09 pm
#67
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Apr 5, 2021, 10:40 pm
#70
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In Aussie or NZ for 14 days prior.
No current requirement for testing.
May be need test for Queensland or after an outbreak.
Apr 5, 2021, 10:47 pm
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Apr 5, 2021, 11:01 pm
#72
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One interesting aspect, based on the Govt guidelines for QFT (Quarantine Free Travel) released today (see below) is what happens if there is a "QFT Pause" or a "QFT Suspend".
What will the airlines do? Presumably allow free changes till after the pause or suspension
And what if you choose to return under a suspension and have to go into managed isolation. Will NZ citizens/ residents have to pay for this or will govt make it free?
Oh and does anyone know what is the situation for those on a work visa in NZ? can they travel under this?
What will the airlines do? Presumably allow free changes till after the pause or suspension
And what if you choose to return under a suspension and have to go into managed isolation. Will NZ citizens/ residents have to pay for this or will govt make it free?
Oh and does anyone know what is the situation for those on a work visa in NZ? can they travel under this?
Apr 5, 2021, 11:43 pm
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QF MEL-CHC non stop on line to book at $392 one way. JQ MEL-AKL-CHC also bookable
4 hours ago none of these flights were on line and able to be booked
Last edited by Mwenenzi; Apr 6, 2021 at 2:22 am
Apr 5, 2021, 11:55 pm
#74
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One interesting aspect, based on the Govt guidelines for QFT (Quarantine Free Travel) released today (see below) is what happens if there is a "QFT Pause" or a "QFT Suspend".
What will the airlines do? Presumably allow free changes till after the pause or suspension
And what if you choose to return under a suspension and have to go into managed isolation. Will NZ citizens/ residents have to pay for this or will govt make it free?
Oh and does anyone know what is the situation for those on a work visa in NZ? can they travel under this?
What will the airlines do? Presumably allow free changes till after the pause or suspension
And what if you choose to return under a suspension and have to go into managed isolation. Will NZ citizens/ residents have to pay for this or will govt make it free?
Oh and does anyone know what is the situation for those on a work visa in NZ? can they travel under this?
You shelter in Aussie.
If you manage to get a MIQ slot (and if the airlines do red flights) won't pay for MIQ the 6 month isn't applicable.
What happens with flights is up to T&C's
MIQ is open to Citizens, PRs & people with exemptions.
Apr 6, 2021, 1:13 am
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Travellers should also check with employers what the consequences would be if the traveller gets stranded, especially for a situation that requires 2 weeks MIQ. Burn remaining annual leave? Burn sick leave? Take leave without pay? Is termination of employment possible?
Especially thinking of wage earners rather than those on decent salaries....
Especially thinking of wage earners rather than those on decent salaries....