South African Airways - Double Point offer

[Clivem]

Just got an email offering double points relating to new partner flights .......... SAA


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[TD="align: left"]Join us in saying ‘howzit’ and welcome to Velocity’s newest partner, South African Airways. You can now earn Velocity Points and Status Credits, as well as redeem Points for Reward Seats on their global network^.

Celebrate our new partnership with bonus Points
Take off with double Points in Economy and Business Class when you register online by 9 May 2015, and travel on an eligible Virgin Australia and South African Airways flight between 16 May and 31 July 2015*.[/TD]
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[TD="align: left"]Your Platinum benefits
As a valued Platinum member, you can enjoy a range of exclusive benefits including Lounge Access, Priority Check-in and an additional baggage allowance when travelling on South African Airways operated services.

With daily connections to Johannesburg via Perth, and onward to some of Africa’s top destinations, there has never been a more rewarding time to book.
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Big difference in fair prices, I chose to fly with Singapore Air earlier this year MEL -> JNB as there was a ~$500 price difference for a Flexi.