I was further disappointed when checking-in in SYD for the code-share flight to Seoul to be told that QF don't do that check-in, and I was directed to the code-share to join the queue there. There was no mention of lounge access when checking in either. As QF platinum I enjoy the abbreviated check-in process of using the First counter... Secondly, I am sure that (admittedly some years ago) I was able to check-in for the same flight at the QF counter. It was a QF flight number. I guess someone will set me straight on all this, but it seems there are fewer and fewer reasons to remain loyal to QF, when those relatively minor (and inexpensive) benefits are removed.