6th Annual FT AGM, BNE QP, Saturday 23 Feb 2008
Feb 20, 2008, 4:08 pm
#481
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The weather forecast is good! 
Code:
Friday Fine. Min 22 Max 34 Saturday Fine. Min 23 Max 36 Sunday Fine. Min 22 Max 31
Feb 20, 2008, 5:56 pm
#483
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Location: Newcastle, Australia.
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Feb 20, 2008, 7:35 pm
#484
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1) I'm flying QF175 SYD-BNE. Can I get the BP for this at MEL checkin for QF400 earlier on Saturday? I believe I need to have a big orange D stuck on it? What is the procedure for people flying Dom legs of an Int'l flight (I know I have to comply with the liquids/gels rules and have photo id).
2) Is a safety razor (disposable or otherwise) prohibited in carry-on baggage? I've usually had checked baggage to put it in but this time I won't. There is no specific reference to safety razors on QF website that I can find.
Thanks
2) Is a safety razor (disposable or otherwise) prohibited in carry-on baggage? I've usually had checked baggage to put it in but this time I won't. There is no specific reference to safety razors on QF website that I can find.
Thanks
I'm in the same boat (except for the razor
), albeit ½ an hour behind you and don't expect to be able to OLCI.If it's not busy, I intend to go to the "Domestic connection to International check-in Desk". This is to the right of the x-ray area down a little towards the JQ desks.
Failing that, I'll simply try to check-in for both at the QP.
If I can't get both BPs in MEL (unlikely); I'll just get the MEL-SYD BP and retry at the Dom Int Transfer desk in SYD T3. (They do have the orange stickers but will almost certainly try to be "helpful" and offer a domestic flight instead - which I will decline).
Last edited by serfty; Feb 20, 2008 at 10:00 pm
Feb 20, 2008, 8:25 pm
#485
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Thanks all for lessening my naivety! Sounds like my biggest problem will be QF trying to kill me with kindness (offering domestic/direct flights)!!
I also would like to dump luggage at some stage, though as it's only carry-on it's not that big a deal if I don't.
Cheers.
I also would like to dump luggage at some stage, though as it's only carry-on it's not that big a deal if I don't.
Cheers.
Feb 20, 2008, 11:05 pm
#486
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I do have to leave the festivities early though and will be leaving back to Sydney on the 17:15 fight.
Also, if there is room at lunch, count me in.
Last edited by perthite; Feb 20, 2008 at 11:11 pm
Feb 20, 2008, 11:26 pm
#487
Join Date: May 2007
Location: Brisbane AUST
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perthite, I've added you to the list and extended the booking for any others interested.
Only two days to go!
Feb 20, 2008, 11:32 pm
#488
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Perthite is on the same MEL-SYD flight as myself.
I've updated the seat Map:
I've updated the seat Map:
Feb 21, 2008, 2:18 am
#489
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Feb 21, 2008, 2:41 am
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Feb 21, 2008, 7:00 pm
#491
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Strange, I've just received my departure email from QF for both flights tomorrow, nothing unusual about that, but an anomoly on the QF175 email (seperate PNR's for the two flights):
(My bolding).
The strange thing is that the email has obviously taken into account that this is an international flight, and therefore has the 120 minute reference as far as check-in goes (instead of the normal 45 minutes that these emails normally have). So why does it then go on to mention OLCI>
Dave
Originally Posted by Qantas Departure Email
Check-in
We are committed to departing on time and know this is important to your plans, to assist us with this please check-in at least 120 minutes before departure.
To save time, check-in online between 24 hours and 1 hour before your scheduled departure, regardless of whether you have baggage to be checked on to the plane. Check-in online in 5 easy steps from home, the office or anywhere you can access the internet and a printer.
We are committed to departing on time and know this is important to your plans, to assist us with this please check-in at least 120 minutes before departure.
To save time, check-in online between 24 hours and 1 hour before your scheduled departure, regardless of whether you have baggage to be checked on to the plane. Check-in online in 5 easy steps from home, the office or anywhere you can access the internet and a printer.
The strange thing is that the email has obviously taken into account that this is an international flight, and therefore has the 120 minute reference as far as check-in goes (instead of the normal 45 minutes that these emails normally have). So why does it then go on to mention OLCI>
Dave
Feb 21, 2008, 7:30 pm
#492
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For those that are still shown as Silver, please advise whether you are attending:
Silver
futaris: Bronze
Silver
futaris: Bronze
I may join people for Lunch at Brekkie Creek, and can probably provide a shuttle for 3 more people, if need be.
Feb 21, 2008, 7:34 pm
#493
Join Date: Aug 2007
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Count me in (assuming it's not too late)
It seems the general consensus was for Brekkie Creek for lunch, but correct me if I'm wrong. It can get a little busy on the weekends so I was thinking of making a booking so we can all get a table together.
If you re-confirm whether you're interested or not in doing lunch and I'll make a booking for us.
Attendees:
1. littl_flier
2. Febs2
3. Skoogle
4. Aus_Mal
5. DownUnderFlyer
6. Itsalongwaydown
7. GoldFlyer (it's oestrogen apparently here)
8. ant0l
9. thadocta
10. Coathanger
11. notzac
12. moa999
13. JohnSydney2000
14. emmel
15. OzTraveller
16. MetroAir
17. tuapekastar
18. Bundy Bear
19. perthite
Confirmed Plat
Definitely Maybe Gold
There's still plenty of room to extend the booking for anyone else interested. Thanks for everyone's responses.
If you re-confirm whether you're interested or not in doing lunch and I'll make a booking for us.
Attendees:
1. littl_flier
2. Febs2
3. Skoogle
4. Aus_Mal
5. DownUnderFlyer
6. Itsalongwaydown
7. GoldFlyer (it's oestrogen apparently here)
8. ant0l
9. thadocta
10. Coathanger
11. notzac
12. moa999
13. JohnSydney2000
14. emmel
15. OzTraveller
16. MetroAir
17. tuapekastar
18. Bundy Bear
19. perthite
Confirmed Plat
Definitely Maybe Gold
There's still plenty of room to extend the booking for anyone else interested. Thanks for everyone's responses.
Dotty (Dot on AFF)
Feb 21, 2008, 7:35 pm
#494
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It's going to be a hot one, temperature's forecast for 36.
Feb 21, 2008, 7:42 pm
#495
Join Date: Aug 2007
Location: MEL
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Posts: 14
Lunch - yes please
Please count me in for lunch littl_flyer. I will be arriving from ICN via HKG on CX103 (arriving 10:35). From the cost estimates for taxi's here, I think I will hire a car, so I will be able to get 3 others to the hotel if reqd.
Sorry for the late notice.
Dotty (Dot on AFF)
Sorry for the late notice.
Dotty (Dot on AFF)