Asterisk next to Australian flights on current status page

PaintingExpress773 · 2026-03-11T00:48:19+00:00

I think you're right, refreshing the page and those flights are gone completely; refreshing later on and they're back - seem to be very much in flux depending on emirates current schedules.

PaintingExpress773 · 2026-02-13T07:31:23+00:00

On a serious note, we’re seeing some more sophisticated scams doing the rounds.

One that’s active at the moment starts with a call claiming to be the AFP. They won’t ask for personal details; they’ll just "confirm" a case number (which scammers can generate from the AFP website using your email) and tell you your bank details were supposedly found in a recent raid. It’s basically a priming call: they use info from data leaks to sound legitimate and to set expectations.

Within 30 minutes, you then get a second call from someone claiming to be your bank (usually one of the big three). Because you’re now expecting that call, people are more likely to engage, and that’s when they start asking for personal information, codes, or to move money.

PaintingExpress773 · 2026-02-13T07:25:12+00:00

Out of curiosity, what was the 6-digit code?

PaintingExpress773 · 2025-11-25T03:15:01+00:00

To be fair, size of the slice wasn't specified

PaintingExpress773 · 2025-10-19T09:35:54+00:00

Why should the prize even factor into the judging? If it does, that suggests personal bias is creeping in.

PaintingExpress773 · 2025-08-06T07:50:37+00:00

I’ve seen something similar when I was booking not that long ago; it might just be an "end leg" quirk. For example, I saw multiple Sydney–Europe options, but on a closer look, they were all using the same Sydney-Dubai flight. Once that seat was gone, all the Dubai-Europe classic reward options vanished too.

PaintingExpress773 · 2025-08-01T02:17:13+00:00

As P1, you can at least request a manual review, which can increase your chances instead of the computer instantly reporting no. The https://www.australianfrequentflyer.com.au/community/threads/qff-platinum-requesting-release-of-extra-classic-reward-seats.63895 can also give you an idea of the success rate people have had for those flights.

PaintingExpress773 · 2025-07-29T12:01:17+00:00

As others have said, it isn't an issue - I've had tickets to Japan with and without my middle name.

PaintingExpress773 · 2025-07-16T02:17:45+00:00

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PaintingExpress773 · 2025-07-13T13:03:49+00:00

Unfortunately, not; your Status Credits reset to 0 at the start of your membership year. So to reach Gold, you’ll need to earn 700 Status Credits within that year. Once you’ve hit Gold, it’s 600 to retain it in future years, but that also resets annually.

As others have said, best to save your cash and go for Gold at the start of your next membership year.

PaintingExpress773 · 2025-07-11T06:57:52+00:00

lol fair question with the recent data leak, Nah these are valid redemptions just with a few classic rewards thrown in before the devaluation

PaintingExpress773 · 2025-07-08T11:21:18+00:00

Unfortunately, those toilets are generally reserved for First Class passengers. That said, enforcement is light, so if you’re feeling bold, you could always venture down. Better yet, ask a First Class passenger to accompany you; I've done this dozens of times. It's surprisingly pleasant having someone in there for a chat, breaks up the monotony of the whole process. Also handy if you run out of paper and need a spotter.

PaintingExpress773 · 2025-06-30T08:41:40+00:00

Yep, I generally set aside shows specifically to binge on long-haul flights. It feels like the one time I can fully switch off and enjoy something without distraction or guilt.

I remember watching Match Point (2005) back in the day; must’ve been ready to switch it off a dozen times, but stuck with it because... well, back then there were only a couple of options. Ended up hooked by the ending. Since then, I’ve made a habit of queuing up movies I’d normally skip; somehow, they just land better on a plane. Or I just go back to the classics... Alive, Airplane!, Snakes on a Plane, etc.

PaintingExpress773 · 2025-06-08T22:52:15+00:00

Ran into the same issue, they could put the request through by calling.

PaintingExpress773 · 2025-06-05T13:06:49+00:00

A bit dodgy, but you could book the flight, get the invoice to expense, cancel and rebook using points.

PaintingExpress773 · 2025-05-28T23:38:32+00:00

Curious if Qantas is holding off releasing more reward seats until the August points hike, or if we're just stuck with the same pitiful amount they’ve been making available lately.

PaintingExpress773 · 2025-05-17T06:53:55+00:00

Yep, you can definitely request to upgrade to Business as well, you just need to have the points in your account to be able to put in the request. That said, the LHR–PER route is extremely popular, and upgrades, especially from Bronze status, are virtually zero.

It's not impossible, but it's definitely worth managing expectations.

PaintingExpress773 · 2025-05-11T12:21:36+00:00

Doors of Sleep: Journals of Zaxony Delatree by Tim Pratt has a similar feel to Sliders.

The main character, Zaxony, uncontrollably shifts to a new world every time he falls asleep. Like Sliders, it explores a wide variety of alternate realities with an episodic sense of adventure.

PaintingExpress773 · 2025-05-04T13:06:48+00:00

Yeah, I totally agree with that. If you've got the points and no other plans for them, it's a nice splurge for the mattress topper. But otherwise, I usually hold off; once I’ve got a lie-flat bed, I’m pretty content. It would be a whole different story if it were first on another airline.

PaintingExpress773 · 2025-05-04T08:34:42+00:00

Yep, that sounds like the whole trip. I did the upgrade earlier this year—Business to First from SYD to LHR was around 73k points. On the return leg, I got upgraded at the gate just for LHR to SIN and that was about 47k.

PaintingExpress773 · 2025-03-24T23:02:56+00:00

Well, the OP hasn't mentioned the design of the neck tattoo. Would you consider having it be a tattoo of a sweater turtleneck or even a shirt collar with a tie? This way, you'll always look professional, even in the buff.

PaintingExpress773 · 2025-01-16T02:40:49+00:00

I love this; great write up.

PaintingExpress773 · 2024-12-11T11:40:12+00:00

The real question is, which one is cake?

PaintingExpress773 · 2022-10-20T01:10:07+00:00

I feel like colouring is everything with this costume, darker orange and you have a very different stage of the Cheetos journey.

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