At 11:19 AM 06/03/2001 +1100, Kerry Henry wrote:
>Yep, a good point as well, however, a quick check would identify generics
>already approached on - then allocate these out to those original
>applicants.  For the others then auction to the highest bidder with all
>players fully informed.

You miss the point entirely.

Mary wants a particular name, studies the guidelines carefully, realises 
its not eligible, and applies for a different name.

Months later, Fred thinks of the same name, and through ignorance or 
contrariness applies for it and gets knocked back.

Mary's been diligent and followed the guidelines, Fred has wasted 
everybody's time. And yet you say the record of his application establishes 
some sort of priority? Fred might have cynically tried to push through a 
name he knew would likely fail. Fred may even have done precisely to try 
and establish some sort of priority should the guidelines change.

Mary should have a fair go!

Cheers

Paul

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