No in this instance some pax were escorted down the aerobridge by groundstaff at about 2245 but were not permitted to step onto the aircraft as CPT had not given permisssion to board. They were kept waiting for about 5 minutes and then crew were told to disembark as well.
Then it was advised that there would be no dispensation to depart after curfew.
Also noticed that QF 31 has revised departure time of 2200. Wonder if that will be another that doesnt get away today ?