The totally off-topic thread

[docjames]

Go Webber!

Got a decent start (finally).

got it at the right track too.

 

[JohnK]

Even scored a BSI too.

I must admit I really struggle when people start using acronyms for everything.

Fly with JohnK to get delayed.

Correct although apparently this now includes coaches as well.

 

[oz_mark]

Correct although apparently this now includes coaches as well.

I knew there was a reason I was waiting on a sheep station for you lot for so long!

 

[Flashback]

Probably low (I think the first refits were deployed on the Trans-Pacific). But, it's still better than Y. Yes, even better than a 4-seater lay-flat

You did quite well getting that upgrade! Maybe it's not that popular a route for upgrades... or not the right season...

That's why I deliberately flew via FRA instead of direct to LHR (why fly direct, when you can connect...) as QF5 is often a quieter flight so better chances.. the extra 10 SC doesn't hurt, too

 

[whatmeworry]

Great win by Webber!

 

[Must...Fly!]

Great win by Webber!

Can't wait to go to Hockenheim

 

[anat0l]

That's why I deliberately flew via FRA instead of direct to LHR (why fly direct, when you can connect...) as QF5 is often a quieter flight so better chances.. the extra 10 SC doesn't hurt, too

For those of us who are predisposed with not paying more APD than we would like to, this is the other reason why.

 

[QF WP]

Katie, hope the results go well for MissK.

 

[Mal]

Saw a sign in Sydney over the weekend that indicated an Amazon recruitment networking function was being held.

Looks like the rumours that Amazon are wanting to set up an Australian website / base is likely to occur.

 

[Ewing]

They've been hiring for a few months.

 

[serfty]

Saw a sign in Sydney over the weekend that indicated an Amazon recruitment networking function was being held.

Looks like the rumours that Amazon are wanting to set up an Australian website / base is likely to occur.

Can't be good! I suspect AZ are looking to get in on the Oz closed shop gravy train.

Posted on a wing and a prayer ...

 

[Mal]

Can't be good! I suspect AZ are looking to get in on the Oz closed shop gravy train.

Posted on a wing and a prayer ...

... yeah. The Australian retail "tax" will apply, I am sure! Although, you can already shop at Amazon (EU) or Amazon (US) from the UK and get them to ship (IIRC), so I still expect we will have the opportunity to use other Amazon websites. At least it *should* reduce shipping costs and improve the range of products we can by from Amazon.

- UNLESS, Amazon doesn't intend on opening up a warehouse/ fulfilment centre for Australia, but are only concentrating on their cloud services. A perusal on the Amazon Jobs site shows lots of AWS related jobs, but nothing else.

 

[Ewing]

- UNLESS, Amazon doesn't intend on opening up a warehouse/ fulfilment centre for Australia, but are only concentrating on their cloud services. A perusal on the Amazon Jobs site shows lots of AWS related jobs, but nothing else.

AWS is what I was referring to.

I would be *very* surprised if Amazon setup an order fulfilment warehouse in AU.

 

[penegal]

Did anyone see the pics in the Sunday Telegraph reported to show Grant Hackett's Melbourne apartment after a drunken rampage?
Words fail me

It was reprinted today, albeit a few pages back.

I saw him at Channel 9 a few weeks back, but not since then. Although I am not in that building as much as I once was.

 

[penegal]

... yeah. The Australian retail "tax" will apply, I am sure! Although, you can already shop at Amazon (EU) or Amazon (US) from the UK and get them to ship (IIRC), so I still expect we will have the opportunity to use other Amazon websites. At least it *should* reduce shipping costs and improve the range of products we can by from Amazon.

- UNLESS, Amazon doesn't intend on opening up a warehouse/ fulfilment centre for Australia, but are only concentrating on their cloud services. A perusal on the Amazon Jobs site shows lots of AWS related jobs, but nothing else.

It's public knowledge they have considered entering the Australian market, but I don't know the outcome of the feasibility study. If they do, the local operation would be required to be registered for GST and collect GST.

FWIW I often order things on Amazon Prime and ship them down to NJ. When next in NYC, drive down for dinner, pick up items, bring home... No eye-gouge CA/NY sales tax, no shipping fees, lots cheaper than buying in Australia.

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As for Cloud services / AWS, they are definitely setting up in the Australian market.

 

[samh004]

Did anyone see Doug Cameron on the news tonight say "you could drive a 747 Airbus… " classic

 

[Princess Fiona]

Did anyone see Doug Cameron on the news tonight say "you could drive a 747 Airbus… " classic

No, but his accent is so thick it may have been unintelligible to the average viewer

I'm home alone ( well except for the kids but they don't count) for the next 2 weeks.
Downside of having a frequent flyer hubby.
He's gone to LHR on his favourite airline CX ( loves the FA's).
On the upside I can now watch The Voice and browse AFF in peace

 

[vertisol]

I always feel a little dirty watching The Voice with Seal thrusting away...

 

[Storyteller]

1st time watching this sort of thing & enjoying it!!! What!?
lots of talent out there, & such different styles! And then there's Delta & Joel too!!! Be still my beating heart!

So, Princess Fiona, Shrek likes the hosties? Gotta watch those quiet ones..

and it's cold & good weather for food & reading / browsing.

 

[Bundy Bear]

Not sure if anyone has read this book The Top Five Regrets of the Dying recently or read any of the articles on it.

The 5 points from the official website

When questioned about any regrets they had or anything they would do differently, common themes surfaced again and again. Here are the most common five:

I thought I would add my own comments.

1. I wish I'd had the courage to live a life true to myself, not the life others expected of me. Does that mean I should fly more.
2. I wish I didn't work so hard. "I will take the rest of the week off work.
3. I wish I'd had the courage to express my feelings. "Does this part mean punching someone in the nose when they are annoying.
4. I wish I had stayed in touch with my friends. Do Facebook friends count.
5. I wish that I had let myself be happier.

I wouldn't recommend reading the book on your next flight or you could be shedding a tear or 2, it is a good read but it is pretty heavy stuff.