Thanks for the comprehensive review.  Hope to do this trip soon

I did SIN-PER-SIN many times on a 737 when we lived in Singapore. I was overjoyed when they brought back the A330s :)

A330s on the PER-BNE route would be nice.  Flight time is almost 5 hours..a bit much in a crowded 737

Has anyone else experienced this? Not sure I'd want to use my QF points for a Qatar seat in J if lounge access is denied.

I agree ElllisT, it's a pretty ordinary experience using T3 to travel overseas at the moment. Hope Perth Airport and Qantas can sort out their problems asap..but not holding my breath!