The talk is that the flying will remain as is after July(NRT) however AO will only need a reduced number of crew to run this operation.
To compenste for this positions at JQ Int. CNS base will be offered as will Casual C Contract positions with MAM to fly shorthaul out of the 4 bases here in OZ.
If these options are not taken then the only option left will be to take VR or be made CR.
AO crew and now the second highest wage earners amongst the QF FA's. This means that management will not offer permanent jobs that have a higher rate of pay or earning capacity.
If QF management suspect a big fight I think that they will see it as an easier option to just cut AO loose and shuffle the flying around within its own businesses. Such a shame when so many made the sacrifice to relocate to Cairns and re-establish themselves and their families, buying houses and property, becoming part of the commmunity etc.