Air NZ in the news
Jun 9, 2009, 7:43 pm
#3676
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Shortlife to LAX & SFO
Air New Zealand is pleased to release a new shortlife Pacific Economy return fare to LAX/SFO available for sales until 18 Jun 09.
Ex AKL/WLG/CHC
Fare: LAX - $1,360 per adult return, plus airport & govt costs from $136
SFO - $1,460 per adult return, plus airport & govt costs from $136
Travel: To be commenced between 16 Jul 31 Oct 09.
Add-ons: Special domestic add-ons from New Zealand provincial points for $100 return
US Add-ons permitted
Booking Class: NZ International G class (GAM06) / NZ Domestic Q class
Routing: Travel is on direct services or via HNL in the outbound direction only
Ex AKL/WLG/CHC
Fare: LAX - $1,360 per adult return, plus airport & govt costs from $136
SFO - $1,460 per adult return, plus airport & govt costs from $136
Travel: To be commenced between 16 Jul 31 Oct 09.
Add-ons: Special domestic add-ons from New Zealand provincial points for $100 return
US Add-ons permitted
Booking Class: NZ International G class (GAM06) / NZ Domestic Q class
Routing: Travel is on direct services or via HNL in the outbound direction only
Jun 9, 2009, 7:44 pm
#3677
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OT - Pacific Blue flights to Qtown to bring international choice
Queenstown Airport has a new international carrier, with Pacific Blue set to launch flights to Sydney by September.
Pacific Blue New Zealand sales manager Bruce Moffatt said an announcement would be made today regarding two new South Island destinations but would not say what those destinations were.
"It could be Queenstown," he said.
But The Southland Times understands that one of the destinations will be Queenstown, meaning for the first time Air New Zealand and Qantas will face competition for the Australian market into Queenstown....
Pacific Blue New Zealand sales manager Bruce Moffatt said an announcement would be made today regarding two new South Island destinations but would not say what those destinations were.
"It could be Queenstown," he said.
But The Southland Times understands that one of the destinations will be Queenstown, meaning for the first time Air New Zealand and Qantas will face competition for the Australian market into Queenstown....
Pacific Blue Adds New Queenstown, Dunedin And Wellington International Flights
“Flights From More Nz International Airports
Than Any Other Airline”
Queenstown – Sydney Direct! On Sale From $259*
Dunedin – Brisbane Direct! On Sale From $189*
Wellington – Sydney Direct! On Sale From $189*
Wednesday 10 June 2009: Just a week after announcing international direct services from Hamilton to Australia, low fare airline Pacific Blue said today it will add new direct services to Australia from Queenstown, Dunedin and Wellington from September.
The Christchurch-based airline has the following new flights on sale from 10am today, including special launch fares:
* Queenstown-Sydney: Two flights a week
o Special launch fare of $259* one-way on the internet.
o Regular lead-in fares will start from $289* one-way on the internet.
* Dunedin-Brisbane: Three flights a week
o Special launch fare of $189* one-way on the internet.
o Regular lead-in fares will start from $209* one-way on the internet.
* Wellington-Sydney: Three flights a week
o Special launch fare of $189* one-way on the internet.
o Regular lead-in fares will start from $239* one-way on the internet.
Virgin Blue Group CEO, Brett Godfrey, said the new flights would make air travel more affordable for more New Zealanders.
“Travellers in regional New Zealand have made it clear that they want the same easy access to low fares that the three main centres enjoy and our announcements today go a long way to achieving that,” he said.
“When the new services start Pacific Blue will have international flights from six New Zealand airports – Auckland, Hamilton, Wellington, Christchurch, Dunedin and Queenstown – which is more than any other airline.”
Pacific Blue would be the first low-fare airline to fly internationally into Queenstown, which to date had been served only by full-service carriers.
“As much as Kiwis enjoy a warm weather holiday in Australia, we know that Aussies love to visit the stunning scenery of Queenstown for adventure and ski holidays or simply to relax, and now they’ll be able to do that at a reasonable price,” Mr Godfrey said.
The airline also announced it would introduce a direct daily jet service between Dunedin and Auckland to replace its current Dunedin-Christchurch-Auckland service.
Pacific Blue said it was making some changes to its trans-Tasman, Pacific and domestic schedules to accommodate the new routes. This included reducing capacity on domestic services by around 1% of available seat kilometres and retiming some domestic flights to offer a more “business friendly” timetable.
ENDS
“Flights From More Nz International Airports
Than Any Other Airline”
Queenstown – Sydney Direct! On Sale From $259*
Dunedin – Brisbane Direct! On Sale From $189*
Wellington – Sydney Direct! On Sale From $189*
Wednesday 10 June 2009: Just a week after announcing international direct services from Hamilton to Australia, low fare airline Pacific Blue said today it will add new direct services to Australia from Queenstown, Dunedin and Wellington from September.
The Christchurch-based airline has the following new flights on sale from 10am today, including special launch fares:
* Queenstown-Sydney: Two flights a week
o Special launch fare of $259* one-way on the internet.
o Regular lead-in fares will start from $289* one-way on the internet.
* Dunedin-Brisbane: Three flights a week
o Special launch fare of $189* one-way on the internet.
o Regular lead-in fares will start from $209* one-way on the internet.
* Wellington-Sydney: Three flights a week
o Special launch fare of $189* one-way on the internet.
o Regular lead-in fares will start from $239* one-way on the internet.
Virgin Blue Group CEO, Brett Godfrey, said the new flights would make air travel more affordable for more New Zealanders.
“Travellers in regional New Zealand have made it clear that they want the same easy access to low fares that the three main centres enjoy and our announcements today go a long way to achieving that,” he said.
“When the new services start Pacific Blue will have international flights from six New Zealand airports – Auckland, Hamilton, Wellington, Christchurch, Dunedin and Queenstown – which is more than any other airline.”
Pacific Blue would be the first low-fare airline to fly internationally into Queenstown, which to date had been served only by full-service carriers.
“As much as Kiwis enjoy a warm weather holiday in Australia, we know that Aussies love to visit the stunning scenery of Queenstown for adventure and ski holidays or simply to relax, and now they’ll be able to do that at a reasonable price,” Mr Godfrey said.
The airline also announced it would introduce a direct daily jet service between Dunedin and Auckland to replace its current Dunedin-Christchurch-Auckland service.
Pacific Blue said it was making some changes to its trans-Tasman, Pacific and domestic schedules to accommodate the new routes. This included reducing capacity on domestic services by around 1% of available seat kilometres and retiming some domestic flights to offer a more “business friendly” timetable.
ENDS
Last edited by everywhere; Jun 9, 2009 at 7:58 pm
Jun 9, 2009, 7:47 pm
#3678
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Posts: 5,985
Air New Zealand Expects Travel Demand to Fall 10%
Air New Zealand Ltd., the nations biggest airline, expects travel demand to fall 10 percent in the next fiscal year as the global recession cuts leisure and business trips.
Were not expecting any pickup in demand through the coming 12 months, Chief Executive Officer Rob Fyfe said in an interview in Kuala Lumpur today. Forward bookings are down by about 10 percent across the board, he said. The airlines fiscal year ends in June.
Auckland-based Air New Zealand last month announced it will reduce capacity and fire workers in its second round of cuts in six months as a deepening recession damps international and domestic travel. The airline will curb capacity by 3 percent in the year beginning July 1, it said last month....
Were not expecting any pickup in demand through the coming 12 months, Chief Executive Officer Rob Fyfe said in an interview in Kuala Lumpur today. Forward bookings are down by about 10 percent across the board, he said. The airlines fiscal year ends in June.
Auckland-based Air New Zealand last month announced it will reduce capacity and fire workers in its second round of cuts in six months as a deepening recession damps international and domestic travel. The airline will curb capacity by 3 percent in the year beginning July 1, it said last month....
Jun 13, 2009, 6:19 pm
#3679
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Posts: 5,985
AMENDMENT TO LONG TERM FARES TO HONG KONG
Air New Zealand would like to advise the travel period for the longterm one way and return Pacific Economy Fare (QHK1Y/QHKOW) to Hong Kong has been revised. Travel is now permitted between 1 31 Dec.
Air New Zealand would like to advise the travel period for the longterm one way and return Pacific Economy Fare (QHK1Y/QHKOW) to Hong Kong has been revised. Travel is now permitted between 1 31 Dec.
AMENDMENT TO SHORTLIFE FARES TO LOS ANGELES & SAN FRANCISCO
Air New Zealand would like to advise the travel period for the shortlife Pacific Economy return fare (GAM06) to Los Angeles & San Francisco has been revised. Travel is now permitted from 9 Jul 31 Oct 09.
Air New Zealand would like to advise the travel period for the shortlife Pacific Economy return fare (GAM06) to Los Angeles & San Francisco has been revised. Travel is now permitted from 9 Jul 31 Oct 09.
AMENDMENT TO LONG TERM FARES TO KOREA
Air New Zealand would like to advise long term Global Saver and Global Flexi one way and return fares to Korea have been amended and travel is now permitted between Hong Kong and Pusan or Seoul in conjunction with Korean Airlines (KE).
Air New Zealand would like to advise long term Global Saver and Global Flexi one way and return fares to Korea have been amended and travel is now permitted between Hong Kong and Pusan or Seoul in conjunction with Korean Airlines (KE).
Jun 13, 2009, 6:20 pm
#3680
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Shortlife one-way fares to Asia
extended for sales until 5 Jul 09
Air New Zealand is pleased to release new Pacific Economy one way fares to Hong Kong, Beijing, Shanghai, Osaka & Tokyo valid for sales until 30 Jun 09.
Deal One –Hong Kong
Ex AKL/WLG/CHC
Fare: $975 (SASOW6) per person plus airport & govt costs from $30
$1,040 (LASOW6) per person plus airport & govt costs from $30
Travel: To be commenced between 11 Jul – 30 Nov 09
Deal Two –Beijing
Ex AKL/WLG/CHC
Fare: $1,040 (SASOW6) per person plus airport & govt costs from $30
$1,105 (LASOW6) per person plus airport & govt costs from $30
Travel: Travel to Beijing to be commenced between 4 - 29 Jul 09
Travel to Shanghai to be commenced between 9 – 31 Jul 09
Deal Three – Osaka & Tokyo
Ex AKL/WLG/CHC
Fares: $1,170 (TAS0W6) per person return plus airport & govt costs from $30
Travel: To be commenced between 1 Nov – 31 Dec 09
Deal One –Hong Kong
Ex AKL/WLG/CHC
Fare: $975 (SASOW6) per person plus airport & govt costs from $30
$1,040 (LASOW6) per person plus airport & govt costs from $30
Travel: To be commenced between 11 Jul – 30 Nov 09
Deal Two –Beijing
Ex AKL/WLG/CHC
Fare: $1,040 (SASOW6) per person plus airport & govt costs from $30
$1,105 (LASOW6) per person plus airport & govt costs from $30
Travel: Travel to Beijing to be commenced between 4 - 29 Jul 09
Travel to Shanghai to be commenced between 9 – 31 Jul 09
Deal Three – Osaka & Tokyo
Ex AKL/WLG/CHC
Fares: $1,170 (TAS0W6) per person return plus airport & govt costs from $30
Travel: To be commenced between 1 Nov – 31 Dec 09
Last edited by everywhere; Jun 24, 2009 at 1:43 am
Jun 13, 2009, 6:21 pm
#3681
Join Date: Feb 2004
Posts: 5,985
Shortlife fare to LAX/SFO
Air New Zealand is pleased to release a new shortlife Pacific Economy return fare to LAX/SFO available valid for sales until 18 Jun 09.
Ex AKL/WLG/CHC
Fare: $1,700 per adult return, plus airport & govt costs from $136
Travel: To be commenced between 13 Jun 31 Oct 09.
Add-ons: Special domestic add-ons from New Zealand provincial points for $100 return
US Add-ons permitted
Booking Class: NZ International L class (LAM06) / NZ Domestic Q class
Routing: Travel is on direct services or via HNL in the outbound direction only
Ex AKL/WLG/CHC
Fare: $1,700 per adult return, plus airport & govt costs from $136
Travel: To be commenced between 13 Jun 31 Oct 09.
Add-ons: Special domestic add-ons from New Zealand provincial points for $100 return
US Add-ons permitted
Booking Class: NZ International L class (LAM06) / NZ Domestic Q class
Routing: Travel is on direct services or via HNL in the outbound direction only
Jun 13, 2009, 6:23 pm
#3682
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Posts: 5,985
Shortlife Economy fares to SYD & BNE
These of course having nothing to do with DJ's tasman routes expansion.
Air New Zealand is pleased to release today special short-life economy class airfares ex Wellington, Dunedin to Brisbane and Sydney and ex Queenstown to Sydney only for sales from 10 - 24 June 2009.
To Brisbane
Ex WLG $196 ow via CRS ($186 ow via internet) plus airport & govt costs $43
Ex DUD (Direct) $186 ow via CRS ($176 ow via internet) plus airport & govt costs $43
Ex DUD (via CHC or WLG) $216 ow via CRS ($206 ow via internet) plus airport & govt costs $43
To Sydney
Ex WLG $182 ow via CRS ($172 ow via internet) plus airport & govt costs $47
Ex ZQN $252 ow via CRS ($242 ow via internet) plus airport & govt costs $47
Booking Class: P Class
Travel Period: WLGBNE:14Sep-10 Dec 09
WLGSYD:14Sep-10 Dec 09
DUDBNE: 01Sep-10 Oct 09 (Direct)
DUDBNE: 01Sep-10 Dec 09 (via CHC/WLG)
ZQNSYD: 01Sep-10 Dec 09
To Brisbane
Ex WLG $196 ow via CRS ($186 ow via internet) plus airport & govt costs $43
Ex DUD (Direct) $186 ow via CRS ($176 ow via internet) plus airport & govt costs $43
Ex DUD (via CHC or WLG) $216 ow via CRS ($206 ow via internet) plus airport & govt costs $43
To Sydney
Ex WLG $182 ow via CRS ($172 ow via internet) plus airport & govt costs $47
Ex ZQN $252 ow via CRS ($242 ow via internet) plus airport & govt costs $47
Booking Class: P Class
Travel Period: WLGBNE:14Sep-10 Dec 09
WLGSYD:14Sep-10 Dec 09
DUDBNE: 01Sep-10 Oct 09 (Direct)
DUDBNE: 01Sep-10 Dec 09 (via CHC/WLG)
ZQNSYD: 01Sep-10 Dec 09
Air New Zealand is pleased to release today special short-life economy class airfares ex Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch and Queenstown to Sydney only for sales from 14 - 20 June 2009.
To Sydney
Ex AKL $148 ow via CRS ($138 ow via internet) plus airport & govt costs $61
Ex WLG $161 ow via CRS ($151 ow via internet) plus airport & govt costs $48
Ex CHC $141 ow via CRS ($131 ow via internet) plus airport & govt costs $48
Ex ZQN $211 ow via CRS ($201 ow via internet) plus airport & govt costs $48
Booking Class: P Class
Travel Period: 20 July 2009 - 31 March 2010
To Sydney
Ex AKL $148 ow via CRS ($138 ow via internet) plus airport & govt costs $61
Ex WLG $161 ow via CRS ($151 ow via internet) plus airport & govt costs $48
Ex CHC $141 ow via CRS ($131 ow via internet) plus airport & govt costs $48
Ex ZQN $211 ow via CRS ($201 ow via internet) plus airport & govt costs $48
Booking Class: P Class
Travel Period: 20 July 2009 - 31 March 2010
Jun 13, 2009, 6:26 pm
#3683
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OT - 'All set for airport's new takeoff '
Christchurch International Airport chairman David Mackenzie has long been passionate about the aviation industry, writes ALAN WOOD.
Christchurch International Airport chairman David Mackenzie has every right to feel at home within the busy terminal or outside on the tarmac - the South Islander has aviation in his blood.
During an intense career in commercial law he often touched base with what can be a fragile industry - subject to airline consolidation any time passenger numbers fall....
Christchurch International Airport chairman David Mackenzie has every right to feel at home within the busy terminal or outside on the tarmac - the South Islander has aviation in his blood.
During an intense career in commercial law he often touched base with what can be a fragile industry - subject to airline consolidation any time passenger numbers fall....
Jun 13, 2009, 6:27 pm
#3684
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'We've got under Air NZ's skin'
Jetstar chief executive Bruce Buchanan yesterday hinted at a fractured relationship with rival Air New Zealand, saying the Aussie low-cost carrier had got under its opponent's skin.
Jetstar, which arrived in Queenstown this week, has replaced Qantas domestic services with new daily flights to Auckland and Christchurch.
Yesterday, Mr Buchanan told a Queenstown Chamber of Commerce luncheon that a long relationship between Air New Zealand and the Qantas group Jetstar's parent company had not extended to the new low-cost carrier....
Jetstar, which arrived in Queenstown this week, has replaced Qantas domestic services with new daily flights to Auckland and Christchurch.
Yesterday, Mr Buchanan told a Queenstown Chamber of Commerce luncheon that a long relationship between Air New Zealand and the Qantas group Jetstar's parent company had not extended to the new low-cost carrier....
Jun 13, 2009, 6:27 pm
#3685
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Airline eyes up city for new service
International flights could be back on the agenda for Palmerston North.
The city will be considered by a new Australian airline looking to start a trans-Tasman service this year, it has been confirmed.
Pacific Wings non-executive director Geoff Bowmaker indicated the city was on the airline's radar, though no routes had been confirmed.
"It's the style of destination that is within our thinking," Mr Bowmaker said.
The start-up Australian airline, which has described itself as "well capitalised", applied earlier this month to operate in New Zealand and New Caledonia....
The city will be considered by a new Australian airline looking to start a trans-Tasman service this year, it has been confirmed.
Pacific Wings non-executive director Geoff Bowmaker indicated the city was on the airline's radar, though no routes had been confirmed.
"It's the style of destination that is within our thinking," Mr Bowmaker said.
The start-up Australian airline, which has described itself as "well capitalised", applied earlier this month to operate in New Zealand and New Caledonia....
Jun 13, 2009, 6:49 pm
#3686
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Programs: NZ Koru
Posts: 6,423
Jun 18, 2009, 3:24 am
#3687
Join Date: Feb 2004
Posts: 5,985
Business fares to BJS SHA HKG TYO & OSA
Go on your own or take a friend and travel to Asia in luxury with the new shortlife Air New Zealand single passenger or companion Business Premier fares valid for sales until 15 Jul 09.
Option One – Business Premier to Hong Kong
Ex AKL/WLG/CHC
Single Passenger Fare: $5,100 (JHK06) per person plus govt & airport costs from $76
Companion Fare: First Passenger travelling – $5,100 (JHK06CN) per person plus govt & airport costs from $76
One Companion travelling – $4,300 (JHK06CP) per person plus govt & airport costs from $76
Travel: To be commenced between 25 Jul – 29 Nov 09
Option Two – Business Premier to Beijing & Shanghai
Ex AKL/WLG/CHC
Single Passenger Fare: $5,300 (JCN06) per person plus govt & airport costs from $65
Companion Fare: First Passenger travelling – $5,300 (JCN06CN) per person plus govt & airport costs from $65
One Companion travelling – $4,300 (JCN06CP) per person plus govt & airport costs from $65
Travel: To be commenced between 18 Jun – 30 Nov 09
Option Three – Business Premier to Tokyo & Osaka
Ex AKL/WLG/CHC
Single Passenger Fare: $5,500 (JJP06) per person plus govt & airport costs from $77
Companion Fare: First Passenger travelling – $5,500 (JJP06CN) per person plus govt & airport costs from $77
One Companion travelling – $4,300 (JJP06CP) per person plus govt & airport costs from $77
Travel: To be commenced between 19 Jun – 30 Nov 09
Note: Flights operated by B767-300 aircraft are not fitted with Business Premier seating.
Ex AKL/WLG/CHC
Single Passenger Fare: $5,100 (JHK06) per person plus govt & airport costs from $76
Companion Fare: First Passenger travelling – $5,100 (JHK06CN) per person plus govt & airport costs from $76
One Companion travelling – $4,300 (JHK06CP) per person plus govt & airport costs from $76
Travel: To be commenced between 25 Jul – 29 Nov 09
Option Two – Business Premier to Beijing & Shanghai
Ex AKL/WLG/CHC
Single Passenger Fare: $5,300 (JCN06) per person plus govt & airport costs from $65
Companion Fare: First Passenger travelling – $5,300 (JCN06CN) per person plus govt & airport costs from $65
One Companion travelling – $4,300 (JCN06CP) per person plus govt & airport costs from $65
Travel: To be commenced between 18 Jun – 30 Nov 09
Option Three – Business Premier to Tokyo & Osaka
Ex AKL/WLG/CHC
Single Passenger Fare: $5,500 (JJP06) per person plus govt & airport costs from $77
Companion Fare: First Passenger travelling – $5,500 (JJP06CN) per person plus govt & airport costs from $77
One Companion travelling – $4,300 (JJP06CP) per person plus govt & airport costs from $77
Travel: To be commenced between 19 Jun – 30 Nov 09
Note: Flights operated by B767-300 aircraft are not fitted with Business Premier seating.
Jun 18, 2009, 3:25 am
#3688
Join Date: Feb 2004
Posts: 5,985
Longhaul North America Premium Economy fare reductions
Air New Zealand is pleased to advise the Premium Economy fares to the USA and Canada will be decreasing effective for sales/ticketing from 15 June 2009.
Premium Economy fares to San Francisco have also been common-rated with Los Angeles providing savings of up to $580 per person off previous long-term fare levels.
USA
Ex AKL AAM1Y OAM1Y EAM1Y UAM1Y
LAX/SFO New Fare $3,300 $3,700 $4,100 $4,600
LAX Fare Reduction -$400 -$400 -$480 -$380
SFO Fare Reduction -$450 -$450 -$580 -$480
CANADA
Ex AKL ACA1Y OCA1Y ECA1Y UCA1Y
YVR New Fare $3,600 $4,000 $4,400 $4,900
Fare Reduction -$300 -$400 -$500 -$400
NB: One way fares will be set at 65% of the return fare.
Premium Economy fares to San Francisco have also been common-rated with Los Angeles providing savings of up to $580 per person off previous long-term fare levels.
USA
Ex AKL AAM1Y OAM1Y EAM1Y UAM1Y
LAX/SFO New Fare $3,300 $3,700 $4,100 $4,600
LAX Fare Reduction -$400 -$400 -$480 -$380
SFO Fare Reduction -$450 -$450 -$580 -$480
CANADA
Ex AKL ACA1Y OCA1Y ECA1Y UCA1Y
YVR New Fare $3,600 $4,000 $4,400 $4,900
Fare Reduction -$300 -$400 -$500 -$400
NB: One way fares will be set at 65% of the return fare.
Jun 18, 2009, 3:26 am
#3689
Join Date: Feb 2004
Posts: 5,985
Shortlife Business Premier fare to London
Reduced to $8,000 per person return on Fri 19 Jun.
Experience the luxury of the Air New Zealand Business Premier cabin with the new shortlife return fare to London valid for sales until 15 Jul 09.
Ex AKL/WLG/CHC
Fare: $9,200 (ZEU06) per person return plus airport per person return plus airport & govt costs from $389
Add-ons: Travel to 19 additional destinations in UK/Europe for an additional $500 per person return
Ex AKL/WLG/CHC
Fare: $9,200 (ZEU06) per person return plus airport per person return plus airport & govt costs from $389
Add-ons: Travel to 19 additional destinations in UK/Europe for an additional $500 per person return
Last edited by everywhere; Jun 19, 2009 at 8:47 pm
Jun 18, 2009, 3:28 am
#3690
Join Date: Feb 2004
Posts: 5,985
Shortlife Premium Economy fare to HKG BJS and SHA terminated
Effective immediately Air New Zealand has terminated the Shortlife Premium Economy (AAS06) fare from New Zealand to Hong Kong, Beijing & Shanghai.
Any existing bookings must be ticketed no later than 30 June 09.
Any existing bookings must be ticketed no later than 30 June 09.