I don't think Cosgrove is easily bought. I also think he is watching, waiting, and yes he has worked with shareholders before, The Australian Govt. and could you think of anything more demanding than trying to please a bunch of bureaucrats over a 20 yr period, and still come out of it with your brain intact and still respected by your troops. At least the bloke knows a APU from a camels a#se, and with a military background like that he must know how to brown nose to those he must, but at the same time keep the show on the road, and respect the people who are working for him. He is worth a try. other options? more beancounters.