...but to put cadets straight into a A320?
The above comment should really be a criticism of Jetstar's selection and training system. It is quite feasible and reasonable for a 200 hour cadet to fly an Airbus because that is what many other airlines do. But I don't think we are talking about a cadet here, just someone who was relative new on type doing a visual, hand flown approach. Also, when stating hours it is important to recognise the quality of those hours. For many it will just be one hour's experience, 2,000 times over.
The kid nearly killed everyone and was obviously not qualified to be there.
Complete and utter rubbish. This was a classic "rushed approach" (I'm a member of that club) which ended up in an un-expected go-around, hence the F/O's omissions. Top tip - read the ATSB report.