Archived News for Human Resource Professionals
A new Senate inquiry will look at the federal government's plans for Northern Australia.
Dodo to refund data charges
Internet provider Dodo will refund about 16,000 customers after imposing excess data charges for modest streaming usage.
Facebook settlement set
The US Federal Trade Commission has approved a $US 5 billion ($A7.1 billion) settlement with Facebook.
Sexism spotted at defence firms
Research has found significant sexism and discrimination within Australia's largest defence companies.
Big wage bill settled
The Queensland Government has agreed to pay a $190 million settlement over unpaid wages.
Recognition bid launched
Conservatives are divided over the Morrison government's plan for Indigenous recognition.
SA spending probed
SA's Department of Planning, Transport and Infrastructure (DPTI) has been found to have committed maladministration.
Climate strikes set for September
After several rounds of student climate strikes, advocates say it is now the adults’ turn.
Encryption talks skip local firms
The Home Affairs department does not appear to have consulted with local tech companies about encryption laws.
Deutsche Bank dumps staff
Deutsche Bank is sacking thousands of staff worldwide, starting in Sydney.
AFP seeking media scalps
Reports say the AFP demanded the private travel details of a senior ABC journalist.
Legal action over Samsung claims
Samsung is facing federal court action over alleged false claims about the water resistance of its ‘Galaxy’ branded mobile phones.
Murray Scheme drained
There are new claims that the Murray Darling scheme has become a colossal waste of money.
BCA welcomes tax cut passage
Business groups and the stock market are celebrating the passage of $158 billion in personal income tax cuts.
Foreign firms fear QLD sting
Queensland foreign-owned companies are concerned about a new State tax.
MIT moves into SA
MIT has announced plans to set up a new research centre in Adelaide's Lot Fourteen CBD innovation precinct.
NDIS execs bailing
Questions are being asked after the exodus of several board members from the National Disability Insurance Scheme.
STEM study shows gender barrier
New research shows women working in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) fields are facing barriers that require attitude changes and additional support.
Anti-union bill returns
The Morrison government has introduced a bill to make deregistering unions and disqualifying officials easier.