Qantas considers Singapore-style

I think a lounge such as Singapore would be sufficient. As long as the design of the super lounge will cater for the numbers expected to use a combined lounge. There needs to be enough shower facilities to start but also when it comes to dining options and availability of seats. There really aren't many airlines that offer different First and Business lounges outside of their own home market so I don't believe Qantas needs to in Hong Kong. In any case, Hong Kong airport is great to walk around in if you find the lounge too busy, unlike the US airports where you need good lounge space!

Qatar Airways Premium Terminal at Doha has separate P and J lounges. Having experienced both, I couldn't ascertain any difference in amenities, food or service. Therefore probably just combine them and offer 'internal' differences to the class of travel, if the new Singapore Lounge is anything to go by........

I agree with AusFlyer.  The differientials between an International First and Business Class Lounge away from the own home market is minimal.  A combined lounge such as Singapore should be sufficient.  The key points would be to ensure First Class and Top Tier passengers still receive the top knotch service they deserve.
On a side note, if the Lounge does get overly busy, passengers will still have options in the CX Lounges in HK being a One World Member, so it's not like there is a lack of choices.
One thing i do wish Lounges would have more of, are Recliner type seats, that allow you to "lay" down... not many lounges seem to have these.

On the one hand I can see that it is far more efficient (thus probably cheaper) to combine the First Class and Business Class lounges. Look at for instance EK who has done a great job in creating a lounge experience which is above business class and just a cut below some airlines First Class offerings. There are indeed just a few airlines that do offer dedicated First Class lounges away from their home market, however, often they do have a cornered off section (sometimes roped off, sometimes seperated by a door) where First Class passengers can relax. I think there should always be a difference as when you fly first you often pay a hefty premium above the Business fare and I think it justifies a bit more of a private and personal treatment at the airport.

It should not be too hard to create such a private space in the overall lounge and the airline could even offer the same food and beverages, perhaps hire an extra staff or two to get you a more personalised experience.

Obviously, if you are a OW Emrald member in HKG you can visit the CX First lounges in any case. I still think though that if you have shelled out top dollars to have a First Class experience on QF (and do not have any status) it would be a little disappointing to not expereince that First Class treatment all the way through your journey.

I agree with KG. I can see that first class travellers on Qantas' A380 to HK might like something 'better' than the same lounge as everybody else, but it also seems a bit precious, especially when the lounge could be so great, if its anything like the new Singapore lounge seems to be. So maybe Qantas can have the one main lounge for everybody, like Singapore, but a small 'private room' area for First Class and Chairman's Lounge where they get a bit of extra special service. But QF first class in HK don't need a whole lounge to themselves, and if they really want a dedicated first class lounge they can always walk 5 minutes to Cathay's Wing First Class Lounge.

After seeing stories & events on the Sin Lounge it should / will be ok with the obvious quality & effort that has gone into SIN. Overcrowding is the only issue, I do have concerns about, but seeing BNE J Lounge full (I know is Dom) but I can put up with that.  The HKG Lounge, needs rework as I rarely full time visit on my Trips. I usually use CX Wing or Cabin. QF128 now is leaving mostly as Gate 25 close to the QF Lounge & only 10mns from the CX Wing

If there are cost savings to translate into other areas go for it..like extra HKG Flights !!! :)

I know that many here will disagree with me, but I do not feel that the concept in Singapore is a brilliant one. I have visited the new lounge in Singapore twice since it opened, and I have had a lengthy wait for a seat on both occasions, and a 45 minute wait for a shower.

I fly regularly throughout Asia, and I am a Qantas Platinum member. It's not about having a la carte dining options, or spa treatments available, it's about having a quiet, private space to work in or to simply take a breath in before getting onboard the next flight. The current First Lounge in Hong Kong is not brilliant and it is often busy, but it's much closer to the mark than the new Singapore Lounge. Although of course it is possible to use the excellent CX lounges, I feel that this is yet another indication that Qantas is losing sight of the top end of the market. For many OWE's flying to and from Hong Kong, Qantas is indicating that if you want a premium experience, fly with Cathay. 

I do take my hat off to the folk's at Qantas, 90% of the time with service development they're ahead of the game. Unfortunately they've missed the mark with this one. 

I think it will be more efficient to have a single lounge. But on the other hand, having a separate 1st lounge or dedicated area within a lounge will offer greater exclusivity and level of service to 1st class passengers. After all, they have paid quite a bit for their fares.

My concern is that with any move to an integrated lounge they may look to 'enhance' First from HKG altogether.

A dedicated seating area for passengers flying First would be a good idea to preserve some exclusivity.

I believe Qantas are sending mixed signals in regards to Hong Kong as a destination for first class travel. Although they seem adament they want to keep first class ex. SY, it seems they don't offer much anymore that is exclusively at "first class" level. As first class has been dropped from all capital cities from Australia to Hong Kong, except Sydney, it seems pointless having a huge lounge dedicated to 14 F passengers a day in HK. In fact I think it's pointless having first class on the leg, full stop. As the ticket cost is about $3000 return ex. SY  MORE than Business class you are really not getting your monies worth anyway on an 8 - 9 hr trip, particularly as almost half the flights per week ex. SY use the very old first class config. on the B747, which have seats that seem statistically inferior to the MK II business seats on the A380 services.

One strongly suspects that first class in any former is a thing of the past for Qantas in Asia. So why bother having a first class lounge?! You can't get a first class seat on a Qantas aircraft anyway.

Perhaps, the Asian routes will shortly be Jetstar once the 787s arrive.

Qantas international is a boutique product servicing LAX, DXB and LHR - end of story.

No point in investing in first lounges is there Mr Hickey!?

By havng a combined lounge you can excise the first bit once JQ take sover the routes with the aso-called JQ biz left with the...well leftovers.

I ponder these things as a PlatinumOne with a great love of the MEL and SYD first lounges who has zero faith in Joyce or Hickey.

I think it is really quite interesting that people have such strong feelings about the lounges in Singapore and Hong Kong. Given that most airlines have mediocre to poor lounges in any city other than their own home port, I think that the Singapore lounge is fantastic. Look at the likes of Singapore Airlines or Cathay Pacific... their lounges outside of Singapore or Hong Kong are nothing at all to write home about. I say good on you Qantas for making the effort!

WorldFlyer90 sums it up pretty well.

Having experienced the new Qantas Singapore lounge I can only agree with other comments that this should be the way to go for Hong Kong airport as well. It is spacious, contemporary in design and suited my needs waiting for a late evening flight back to Sydney recently. The food and service was very good and overall a very pleasent experience. I dont see a need for a seperate First Class lounge regardless if you have  paid a lot more money for your ticket as the product quality in this case is very good indeed! As a Qantas Platinum FF (flying premium economy or business mostly) I am very happy with the Singapore concept and better to have more space to share in one larger lounge.