No doubt Emirates want to see a strong Qantas domestic for feeder traffic
Don't know if they're that interested in feeder traffic. They fly to nearly all of the mainland capital cities and with more 777s on the way are likely to add the remainder soon.
Don't believe the VAH, Eithad, Air NZ, Singapore will be a happy marriage either, some interesting times ahead in that boardroom.
I'm sure they'll work it out....my enemy's enemy is my friend.