I can see some demand for hostnames or domains directly under .au but would
consider meeting that demand having too many detrimental impacts on the TLD
in general.  The benefits would be minor but the disadvantages many and high
loss for the general public.

It isn't as if the current space and break up of the TLD is that crowded or
overused.

I don't blame those involved in trying to expand their markets, that is
natural and expected.  I just don't see any need for the .au space to be
modelled on their preferences unless it can be proven there are substantial
benefits in it for everyone.

Darryl (Dassa) Lynch