Yeh, I was in the same boat.
Early stages of planning a Europe Trip in October/November. Was debating whether or not to hold out and put $$$ towards that. But, figured I would get some crazy jealousy if I didn't try, can always do some Overtime to get some $$$.

Bit annoyed they didn't advertise the Price of tickets before the sale...But not to worry.

Flights from Newcastle to Brisbane return - $200 pp (with $40 of extras per person, incase I didn't get tickets)
Accom. - $200 for 2. ($100pp) at a reasonable hotel.
Tickets - $90pp
All up about $400pp, so not too bad