Originally Posted by
serfty
AFAIK, the departures only rule has been documented for at least the last few years (since I have been a member).
Although, I have been able to obtain arrivals acces by pleasantly asking and with reason, it seems from the OP this rule is now more likely to be enforced.
Note that Virgin Australia specifically allow 'anytime' access in their lounges for Velocity Gold and Platinum elites.