Apparently its a loophole in the contract
wrong. its actually not in the contract, but was given on 'goodwill' to the pilots from day one. However, step in 'The Madam', and now its been abolished for anyone who joins, and if you are on it, and change base, you will lose it. But watch this space, AFAP / new EBA may see this change.
Seems Tiger Management have no idea how to run an airline in Australia, they are copying tactics and ploys set by their mothership in Singapore but fail to realise that Australians are a completely different race and they must adapt to stay alive. 2 Flights ex Melbourne cancelled yesterday due lack of cabin crew. again. Havn't learn their lessons from about 12 months ago.