I think from memory the application says that the allocated capacity would be "fully" used by June 2017, the inference is that it could be partially used prior to then.
The process to commence a new route, particularly like Hong Kong or Beijing would not be one that could, or should, be rushed, so you would hope that kick off wouldn't be until the new year anyway, but it isn't impossible to start before then.
I am hoping Brisbane features and given HNA operate to Sydney you would have to think Melbourne and or Brisbane would have to be in the hunt. No (flight) crew based in Brisbane on the 330 but this might change the dynamic a bit (with luck!)
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