Simulators?
Are there enough suitable simulators in Australia (or nearby) to train lots of mpl's from scratch?
How much will it cost, and who pays?
About a year ago, I spoke to a man who had "purchased" 300 hours of Boeing time with an asian airline. He actually had 350 hours of Boeing time in his logbook, and was looking for a job flying pistons in Australia. He said they were all looking for at least 500 hours heavy time for an airline job.
Just like GA.