February 20, 2023 I arrived at the airport two hours before my 8:30am flight to Queenstown, New Zealand via Sydney, Australia. Unfortunately at check in the Thai Airways attendant asked for my Australian visa. I didn't have one. I stepped out of line and applied for the visa as quickly as I could fill out a 12 page form not designed for a phone. I got back in line, but didn't have approval for the visa. Their site said it could be as "fast" as 19 days. I spoke with the attendant again, showing my application form. Unfortunately they noticed it was not approved. I asked if they could rebook…