Archived News for Human Resource Professionals
Victoria makes mental health pledges
Victoria has pledged to create an independent Mental Health and Wellbeing Commission.
CBA arms slapped over charges
Online stockbroker CommSec has admitted to overcharging customers millions in brokerage fees.
Half huge flood bill settled
Thousands of Brisbane 2011 flood victims have secured partial settlement in a class action.
Tradies top drinking tally
Researchers have surveyed the drinking habits of various professions, and found builders are among the biggest boozers.
Unions back part-time change
Unions and small businesses want part-time employees to work extra shifts without penalty rates.
Aged care report received
The final report from the aged care royal commission contains a range of suggestions for reforms and funding.
COVID ripples in Aboriginal areas
Aboriginal community members from New South Wales have shared their experiences and perspectives on the indirect impacts of COVID-19 in their communities.
Democracy knocked to 'narrow'
A new report has changed the rating of Australia’s democracy from “open” to “narrowed”.
WA Libs back coal closure
A Liberal anti-coal policy is adding a new dimension to WA’s upcoming election.
Welfare calculator backed
Infosys has secured almost $40 million in funding to build a new Centrelink payments calculation engine.
Crown Melbourne probe prepared
The Victorian Government has called a royal commission into Melbourne's Crown Casino.
Feds fold to Facebook
Both sides are claiming victory in the stoush between the Federal Government and big tech companies.
Wage stats show shrinking gap
The latest pay gap stats show women earn less than their male counterparts, but the gap is shrinking.
Council points ICAC to leaks
A Sydney council has notified ICAC about the leaking of sensitive information.
Dutton defends slow response
The Federal Government is struggling to respond to an alleged sexual assault at Parliament House.
Huge sub plan reviewed
The Federal Government is looking at ways to dump its $90 billion submarine contract.
Big pay after rock blast
Experts have criticised big pay rises in the wake of the blasting of Juukan Gorge.
Food riders' claims high
Deliveroo has cut its annual workers’ compensation premiums by changing the insurance for food delivery riders.