That's a good point to make. When you compare a Qantas domestic lounge against an Alaska domestic lounge, Qantas wins, but I think Alaska primarily sees their competitors as U.S. carriers with minimal food offerings and their no-tipping policy at the bar is certainly something unique.

Qantas domestic business class lounge in Sydney a few days ago (croissants, fruit bowl, and I think there was a pancake machine, too):