My first thought was why would they do both too? Good on you for deciding to go with the S&S. If you were to be induced ~~with your 100% blessing of course~~ see if Westmead has Cervidil which is an alternative to the gel for cervical ripening. I just thought I'd mention it to you dont hear many people speak about it and unlike the gel, it was designed so side effects like nausea, vomiting, uterine hyperstimulation/rupture etc etc can be avoided. It can be removed quickly and easily unlike the gel which once it's in, it is in. I'm being induced with it, so I'll be able to reccommend it personally very soon but just thought I'd mention it to you.

Sending you lots of happy spontaneous labour vibes though!!