I have secured a Minerva from TFH. They really do have very limited supplies this time, and are being very careful not to over-commit (in case they cannot get stock). Not sure quite what's behind that, but it's not something I can quibble about.

I did receive a reply to my query (as did 3 other very Australian sounding people ) this afternoon, wherein they re-opened the order for us. I missed this e-mail by 2 hours, and someone else grabbed it. But TFH then very graciously manually placed the order for me

I don't know if putting it on your wishlist and then enquiring about it directly will help anyone else, but I guess it can't hurt to try. And I've got to say I am most impressed by their customer service tonight.