If wrong, I'm sure missydarlin will correct me.
The Qantas system is allowing bookings up to 354 days out, so the partner desk can book the QF space and deduct your miles at that point. However, if you require AS/QX space..that part can't be booked until 330 days out....Requiring multiple phone calls and the understanding that AS/QX may not be available to match what you found on QF.