"Sorry , I am confused ... when did this become a pi$$ing contest ..."
About 100 years ago. There just wasnt anyone to P!$$ on until the last decade.
"Command Training program at Qantas takes over six months."
Most airlines can take an experienced 20 year pilot and train them up to command in much less than 6 months. You guys have a lot of noddy's in the training department who would be better placed teaching orbital dynamics than airline piloting.