To Dreamer 84.
I think Ferris's point is that you shouldn't hold yourself back in your current job, based on an ASA opportunity which is anything less than guaranteed. Whilst it is unlikely that ASA will suspend recruitment or 'scale back', it IS possible, and until you have a start date/paycheck, then you should strive for advancement in your current role.
The exception to this would be if the 'opportunity' at your present employer can be delayed without negative ramifications, or if the work involved is undesirable.
Can anyone tell me what the process is if one is accepted into the tower stream of training? Do you (eventually) get posted where they send you, or do you have a say? I could work in most places, but some- such as WA would be impossible to accept when one has extended family commitments. Any advice on Tower vs Enroute appreciated...