Seeing as though this is a rumour network, i'll add some fuel to the fire.
Heard a discussion a few days ago about the widebody operation. It seems that yes they are trying to make it difficult for current FA's to join the JQ International operation. According to someone who has a bit to do with the recruitment, they want to hire new flight attendants with a "Fresh approach". Because old staff, bring old views.
I'm sure by this, they mean find staff who will be more than happy to strap on industrial vacuum cleaners at the end of their 10/11 hour back of the clock flight to clean the aircraft.