This arrangement isn't something entirely new to either QF or QQ. QQ have operated QF code share flights previously, and QF have provided load control/ground support etc.
What I find most interesting is, that a certain CEO's worst night mare has happened!
There was a certain document kicking around last year naming QQ as the highest threat to a certain contract ergo terms and conditions for all crew yaddy yaddy yaddy ...
... an interesting manifestation of someones worst nightmare, or a case of keep your friends close but your enemies even closer?