Virgin Australia reopens Perth lounge and expands Brisbane facility

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 6 Nov, 01:21 · Archive

Virgin Australia will reopen its Beyond Lounge in Perth early next year and expand its Brisbane domestic lounge by mid-2027.

Virgin Australia has announced major changes to its airport services at Perth and Brisbane. The airline will reopen its Beyond Lounge in Perth early next year, restoring a service that previously operated there before closing during the Covid-19 pandemic. The lounge is available by invitation to frequent corporate flyers and already operates in Melbourne, Sydney and Brisbane.

The airline is also investing significantly in its Brisbane domestic lounge, with a multimillion-dollar refurbishment planned for completion by mid-2027. The project will add 100 additional seats, new furniture, upgraded facilities and extra greenery to the lounge, which opened more than a decade ago.

Dave Emerson, Virgin Australia Group chief executive, said the developments represented 'a significant step forward' for the airline. He noted that Perth is 'an incredibly important market' for Virgin Australia, with strong growth among both corporate customers and Velocity loyalty programme members. The airline said it was 'investing significantly across our lounge network' because of the importance placed on lounge experience by guests who travel frequently for business.

How it is being reported

• Virgin Australia announces major airport changes in Perth and BrisbaneOne of Australia’s biggest airlines has announced service changes at two major airports – including a long-awaited comeback.The West Australian · 6 Nov, 00:59
• Virgin Australia announces major airport changes in Perth and BrisbaneOne of Australia’s biggest airlines has announced service changes at two major airports – including a long-awaited comeback.Perth Now · 6 Nov, 00:59

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