It was in 2004 when they did a recruitment drive in Australia. Around 40 people were recruited and half of them left within six months. I think the last person of that batch left six months later.
EYner, actually you can't get married for the first three years so really no point in asking for permission. If you do, they'll probably sack you!
No electronic items are allowed to be used or seen in your hand when you are wearing your uniform. And that hat which can't even be taken off in the crew bus from or to the airport. The captain has to give permission for this and in that case the crew is allowed to take if off then the curtains must be closed so that nobody can see you!