Frank,
Not trying to upset you or others but some have just taken the original article and ran with it, seeing it as a plan for the future. Nothing wrong with trying the pollie also, hope you get a response. You might get something back from a staffer, maybe.
For others, have a read of ollie A's post #21 (the link), then read DNC's post #23 and finally RAAFASA's at # 36.
During a recent visit, CAF and the head of RAAF ATC discussed what was published in the response sent to the Australian.
So no, I don't have a crytal ball, but I did listen to what they had to say and they responded honestly to some tough questions. The original article and its contents were actually discussed at length.