I don't usually get too involved in the forums on here as I am a LAME not a pilot. I do find the conversations interesting though, and from time to time (as in now) feel the need to step into the fray.
FBN I have to take issue with your ageist comments regarding QF cabin crew. I fly long haul regularly and would much rather have experienced people controlling the cabin. I mean no disrespect to young FAs but in the event of an unserviceability or god forbid an emergency, there is no substitute for experience. You seem to forget that the primary role of cabin crew is your safety. Serving you and making you comfortable is a secondary role. I have the utmost respect for cabin crew. They and the check in staff are actually the frontline of an airline as far as the passengers are concerned.
Just my two bobs worth