In VK we are authorised to run 400 w PEP in SSB, etc. In CW and Data modes, we are allowed 120 w *average*. The regulatory authority seems to panic about us using slightly higher power, but they really wouldn't know why. Place is full of bureaucrats.
As consequence, if you ask me how much power I'm running, I'll describe my antenna.
You would be referring to Kev VK6LW. He's on regularly. The path to USA from Australia is often enhanced around the Equinoxes. Conditions have been very poor this Summer for us on Top Band.