The Fair Work Act provides ample protection. I hope Alan thinks he holds the aces. Time and time again we have seen recently where those ‘in power’ think like that, but the reality is the people have the power.
More likely JB, whilst you create valid discussion, you’re far from being accurate in your assessment.
These EBA’s are likely to be heavily negotiated, they are likely to be voted down at least once, maybe there will be no new aircraft arriving....so be it. The difference is that management will be required to make decisions in the face of industrial challenges without the ‘help’ of the industrial umpire. His 100 year celebration / parade is shaping to be an (expensive) industrial mess which is quite apt, as that is his legacy.
ps...every pilot deserves to be remunerated in line with market forces. I support those who push for better conditions in line with those forces.