After a bit of a kerfuffle over boarding passes (why is Sydney airport the only one in the world that refuses to accept a boarding pass printed by anyone but themselves?!) and a trip to the Air New Zealand transit desk, we're back in the Air New Zealand lounge in Sydney - definitely the best Star Alliance business class lounge in the airport (and, since United Airlines closed their lounge complex, virtually the only one as well, hence, somewhat crowded at the moment!)

A great morning buffet, and in great demand, as the passengers for the United Flight fill up prior to boarding.

...and Willard seems to have found an opportunity to "fil up" as well......

Priority Boarding does it's magic and Willard is seated and ready for his flight to Auckland on this Air New Zealand 767.

Yum! Nice smoked salmon starter! If only the turbulence would stop for long enough to eat it!