It probably comes up weekly so as long one browses these threads for about a week, you'd probably run across the cashing out via the casino slot machine in some thread.
For some things, sure. For C&A, usually not. Other Aussie cruisers would have to chime in with their experience to see if this was just some very accommodating LA or some policy change.
While you do have it, can you perform a speed test? You simply go to fast.com in a browser.
The new Starlink install won't fix your issues - that's likely due to your distance from the nearest wifi access point.