On 05/01/12 13:01, Andy Linton wrote:

Is there a group booking code I need to use to be included in an NZNOG room block?

Alternatively, any recommendations for other hotels within staggering distance? Yes, enquiring minds want to know!

When I booked my accomodation last year I was advised that the NZNOG Group Booking code was 610764. I am waiting for news regarding the GST side of NZNOG registrations before I register for conference... sounds like the booking system cites GST content but doesn't provide a GST number? The last thing I need is to give our accounts folks a headache as my first move of 2012! Cheers Mark.

On 5/01/2012, at 1:15 PM, Mark Foster wrote:

I am waiting for news regarding the GST side of NZNOG registrations before I register for conference... sounds like the booking system cites GST content but doesn't provide a GST number?

That oversight has been fixed, go forth and register knowing your accounts team will be happy with the invoice. :) Sam.

On 05/01/12 13:15, Mark Foster wrote:

On 05/01/12 13:01, Andy Linton wrote:

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Is there a group booking code I need to use to be included in an NZNOG room block?

Alternatively, any recommendations for other hotels within staggering distance? Yes, enquiring minds want to know!

When I booked my accomodation last year I was advised that the NZNOG Group Booking code was 610764.

By this I of course meant I booked for NZNOG 2012. I reread it and figured it might've looked rather obscure if I meant 'for last years conference'... Oh and Sam, thanks for the update re GST. All good... Mark.

On 5/01/2012, at 2:01 PM, Sam Sargeant wrote:

Sigh. I spoke too soon. Please hold for tax compliance.

It's working as intended now. For anyone who has registered already the GST number for the NZNOG Trust is 103-056-926. If you require a new invoice let me know. If you require a beer, then you should register. :) Sam.

FYI chaps: the Copthorne Commodore still have rooms held under the NZNOG group code ( #610764) for NZ$190 incl GST the for a Superior room or there are Business level rooms at $240 per night. From: nznog-bounces(a)list.waikato.ac.nz [mailto:nznog-bounces(a)list.waikato.ac.nz] On Behalf Of Dave Mill Sent: Thursday, 5 January, 2012 10:03 AM To: Joe Abley Cc: nznog(a)list.waikato.ac.nz Subject: Re: [nznog] Commodore Airport Hotel I've just booked accommodation for me and a workmate at the Airport Gateway Motor Lodge. Seems to be about 10 minutes walk from the conference, plus has free airport transfers, 24 hours. Was OK pricing, and doesn't look too bad on their website. http://www.airportgateway.co.nz/ Cheers Dave On Wed, Jan 4, 2012 at 3:10 PM, Joe Abley mailto:jabley(a)hopcount.ca> wrote: Hi all, The link from 2012.nznog.orghttp://2012.nznog.org for the Commodore Airport Hotel tells me that there are no rooms available on the 24th, 25th or 26th of January. (I mention this here in case other similarly-disorganised people have noticed similarly, and might benefit from the outpouring of advice that is surely only minutes away from starting.) Is there a group booking code I need to use to be included in an NZNOG room block? Alternatively, any recommendations for other hotels within staggering distance? Joe _______________________________________________ NZNOG mailing list NZNOG(a)list.waikato.ac.nzmailto:NZNOG(a)list.waikato.ac.nz http://list.waikato.ac.nz/mailman/listinfo/nznog

On 2012-01-05 20:23 , Gerard Creamer wrote:

And some are booked at http://www.airportpalmsmotelchch.co.nz/ as well. Mention NZNOG on the enquiry form, am pretty sure they will still have rooms.

In case it is of help to others, my notes from "nearby" motels (walking distance if you don't mind walking, some of the ones further down the list are a pretty decent hike and/or seemed to have "booked out" issues, so YMMV). I booked at the Airport Palms, and as of earlier this morning it sounded as though they still had at least one more option for the Wed/Thu nights I wanted (ie, in addition to the one I booked). The list is of a "here, let me Google that for you" nature, but I did at least glance at most of the websites, so maybe it'll help someone. Room pricing appears to be... indicative of a shortage of accommodation in the city, and the motels seem to vary from "nearly new" through "classic NZ motel" based on online pictures. Ordered roughly in the order I found them. -=- cut here -=- Airport Palms Motel 56 Roydvale St Christchurch http://www.airportpalmsmotelchch.co.nz/ 0800 200 529 Airport Delta Motel 61 Roydvale Avenue Burnside Christchurch http://www.airportdelta.co.nz/ 0800 800 825 Airport Christchurch Motel 55 Roydvale Avenue Burnside http://www.airportchristchurch.co.nz/ 0800 800 631 Airport Lodge 105 Roydvale St Christchurch http://www.airportlodge.co.nz/ Airport Gateway Motorlodge 45 Roydvale St Christchurch http://www.airportgateway.co.nz/ 0800 242 839 (Sold out on Thu 26th IIRC) Airways Motel Cnr Russley Road and Dinton St Christchurch http://www.airwaysmotel.net.nz/ Airport Birches 390 Yaldhurst Road Christchurch http://www.airportbirchesmotel.co.nz/ -=- cut here -=- Ewen

(This time replying to all) When I called them yesterday, their first answer was that there were no rooms. But if you persist and say that you want to book one of the rooms that have been blocked out for the NZNOG conference then they put you through to the one person that knows about them. The reference number didn't do me much good. When I called yesterday there were rooms still available in both classes. On 6 January 2012 12:12, Mark Foster wrote:

Can anyone confirm that they've spoken to the Commodore, specified the NZNOG Group Ref, and had it confirmed there's no rooms left? It's not just a case of rooms outside of those that're blocked out for NZNOG being all-out? (Seems surprisingly early in the piece for them to be booked out)

On 06/01/12 11:44, Ewen McNeill wrote:

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On 2012-01-05 20:23 , Gerard Creamer wrote:

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And some are booked at http://www.airportpalmsmotelchch.co.nz/ as well. Mention NZNOG on the enquiry form, am pretty sure they will still have rooms.

In case it is of help to others, my notes from "nearby" motels (walking distance if you don't mind walking, some of the ones further down the list are a pretty decent hike and/or seemed to have "booked out" issues, so YMMV). I booked at the Airport Palms, and as of earlier this morning it sounded as though they still had at least one more option for the Wed/Thu nights I wanted (ie, in addition to the one I booked).

*snip*

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Try: Sarah Cooper - Reservations Assistant SarahCooper(a)commodore.net.nzmailto:SarahCooper(a)commodore.net.nz She know about the rooms blocked out for NZNOG... From: nznog-bounces(a)list.waikato.ac.nz [mailto:nznog-bounces(a)list.waikato.ac.nz] On Behalf Of Daniel Griggs Sent: Friday, 6 January, 2012 7:18 AM To: Mark Foster Cc: nznog(a)list.waikato.ac.nz Subject: Re: [nznog] Alternatives to... Commodore Airport Hotel (This time replying to all) When I called them yesterday, their first answer was that there were no rooms. But if you persist and say that you want to book one of the rooms that have been blocked out for the NZNOG conference then they put you through to the one person that knows about them. The reference number didn't do me much good. When I called yesterday there were rooms still available in both classes. On 6 January 2012 12:12, Mark Foster mailto:blakjak(a)blakjak.net> wrote: Can anyone confirm that they've spoken to the Commodore, specified the NZNOG Group Ref, and had it confirmed there's no rooms left? It's not just a case of rooms outside of those that're blocked out for NZNOG being all-out? (Seems surprisingly early in the piece for them to be booked out) On 06/01/12 11:44, Ewen McNeill wrote:

On 2012-01-05 20tel:2012-01-05%2020:23 , Gerard Creamer wrote:

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And some are booked at http://www.airportpalmsmotelchch.co.nz/ as well. Mention NZNOG on the enquiry form, am pretty sure they will still have rooms.

In case it is of help to others, my notes from "nearby" motels (walking distance if you don't mind walking, some of the ones further down the list are a pretty decent hike and/or seemed to have "booked out" issues, so YMMV). I booked at the Airport Palms, and as of earlier this morning it sounded as though they still had at least one more option for the Wed/Thu nights I wanted (ie, in addition to the one I booked). *snip*

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I booked under the NZNOG group last night and there were rooms left. I wouldn't be surprised though at the lack of accommodation generally in CHCH with earthquake related contractors booking up rooms months in advance. -----Original Message----- From: nznog-bounces(a)list.waikato.ac.nz [mailto:nznog-bounces(a)list.waikato.ac.nz] On Behalf Of Mark Foster Sent: Friday, 6 January 2012 12:12 p.m. To: nznog(a)list.waikato.ac.nz Subject: Re: [nznog] Alternatives to... Commodore Airport Hotel Can anyone confirm that they've spoken to the Commodore, specified the NZNOG Group Ref, and had it confirmed there's no rooms left? It's not just a case of rooms outside of those that're blocked out for NZNOG being all-out? (Seems surprisingly early in the piece for them to be booked out) On 06/01/12 11:44, Ewen McNeill wrote:

On 2012-01-05 20:23 , Gerard Creamer wrote:

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And some are booked at http://www.airportpalmsmotelchch.co.nz/ as well. Mention NZNOG on the enquiry form, am pretty sure they will still have rooms.

In case it is of help to others, my notes from "nearby" motels (walking distance if you don't mind walking, some of the ones further down the list are a pretty decent hike and/or seemed to have "booked out" issues, so YMMV). I booked at the Airport Palms, and as of earlier this morning it sounded as though they still had at least one more option for the Wed/Thu nights I wanted (ie, in addition to the one I booked).

*snip* Mark. _______________________________________________ NZNOG mailing list NZNOG(a)list.waikato.ac.nz http://list.waikato.ac.nz/mailman/listinfo/nznog