Thanks for that - Mr Seatback 2, your comments make for some interesting reading, I'm fairly new down here so it's interesting to read up on how the aviation industry is in Australia.
As for the SYD-LAX sector, that'd make a lot of sense, you're right, it would ensure that VS could compete against current airlines operating that same route and tie in with onward connections to London.
If I need any info, I'll come to you!!