Warren9 is correct I think. I'm a commuter with another airline and have done so for many years. I always arrive the day before and on that day leave 2 flights up my sleave just incase. It does cost me time with my family, although it allows them to live where they want to and are happiest.
I often see guys who commute in on the day and take a huge risk and they are always stressed and tired.
Can I ask an ANZ pilot..........have pilots not been getting to work due full or missed flights? If thats not the case, then sounds like the management just want to have another chip away at pilots lifestyle.
Who wants to be a JAFA anyway!!! (kidding guys)