they are being directed to do all this.
All I can add to this issue is that Qantas is following tactics being laid out for them by Boston Consulting Group (BCG). BCG made all the arrangements to get Jetstar up and running and they are very good at restructuring and lowering T&C's as we all know.
So beware those involved that this just may be a tactic given to them to push people over the edge and trigger reactions.
If PIA is done in regards to crew etc I have it on good authority that Qantas will not give in on this 'strike' of sorts. So I can only assume that they have tricks up their sleeves (contracted pilots from o/s??).
Your only bet is to have massive support on whatever action you take.
good luck.