Archived News for Human Resource Professionals
AFP targets CFMEU
Police have raided union offices across Sydney, but the unions say they are missing some big issues.
Grim report alleges SAS crimes
A war crimes inquiry has found evidence of 39 alleged murders by Australian soldiers in Afghanistan.
Party picks questioned
The number of political public service appointments is creeping up, according to one insider.
Robodebt rests with PM
Analysis shows the Federal Government’s Robodebt failure is very much Scott Morrison’s problem.
WA opens language offerings
The WA government is pushing to break down language barriers in the public sector.
ASIO warns of online grooming
ASIO has launched a public awareness campaign about foreign spies on social media.
PC reports on mental cost
The Productivity Commission says mental illness costs the Australian economy $220 billion each year.
SA to probe Parliament
The SA Government has agreed to an inquiry into harassment within State Parliament.
Gas goals questioned
Experts say the federal push to increase gas production is likely to benefit gas exporters, not manufacturers.
Foxtel 'blank cheque' alleged
Investigations show Foxtel received a $10 million federal grant with no plan for how to spend it.
NBN rewards itself
NBN Co has found money for executive bonuses despite a $6.7 billion funding blowout.
Papers show rural gaps
An inquiry has called for all Australian students to have access to quality education, no matter where they live.
Swinburne cuts slammed
Swinburne University staff have slammed what they call “excessive” cuts to courses and jobs.
Central Coast costs inspected
Interim administrators say they have recovered $7 million of Central Coast Council’s debt.
Key office calls for more
The New South Wales Ombudsman’s Office says its current funding level is “insufficient”.
Labor cuts stacking figures
The Labor Party is preparing to expel more than 10 per cent of its Victorian membership.