The QF Cabin Crew website says that there is no recruitment planned for 2003/4 financial year. However it does say that they are anticipating recruitment shortly after that, however not necessarily for permanent full time positions.
If you can "read between the lines" I believe that says that they will only be employing FAs on contracts and casuals.
It is quite possible that all (cabin crew) employees will now have to be employed on a contract first before they are made permanent, or given a kiss goodbye. It makes much better business sense to do that, to try before you buy.
Anyway I wish all the shortlisters the best of luck and I hope you all hear some positive news soon.
SG