Archived News for Human Resource Professionals
Early boost plotted
A new study suggests early childhood education could double the return on its investment.
Porter proposes more protection
The Federal Government is reportedly looking to improve whistleblower protections for public servants.
RBA boss reflects on jobs
The Reserve Bank (RBA) says it “could do better” on creating jobs, and could cut interest rates again.
Tight spending hurting small business
Experts say there is a growing wave of businesses hitting the wall as the end of the financial year approaches.
ALGA backs recognition vote
Australia’s councils want a referendum on giving local government constitutional recognition.
Big cheques for NT gas aids
Four NT public servants are being paid up to $390,000 a year to help the gas industry.
PS faces $4.9 billion hit
Figures show the Coalition's efficiency dividend could cut $4.9 billion from the public service over the next decade.
Slow going for Indigenous advance
An official audit has found the $5 billion Indigenous Advancement Strategy is not being properly evaluated.
South Gippsland council sacked
An entire council has been sacked after a string of resignations, conflicts and dysfunctional relationships.
CSIRO studies possible futures
CSIRO has worked with over 20 organisations on a new landmark report projecting Australia’s future to 2060.
NBN scams rise
NBN scams this year have already cost Australians more than they did for the whole of last year.
Paladin extension expected
The Federal Government wants to extend a controversial $423 million contract for security firm Paladin on Manus Island.
AI cameras irk locals
Perth City council is setting up facial recognition cameras despite privacy concerns.
PC wants tariffs scrapped
The Productivity Commission says Australia should dump all its remaining tariffs.
Second 'robodebt' case launched
The Federal Government will soon face a second legal challenge to its controversial welfare debt recovery scheme.
Billionaire wants coal closure
Former New York City mayor Michael Bloomberg says he will pay $US500 million to close coal-fired power plants across the US.
FWO calls Uber drivers contractors
The Fair Work Ombudsmen (FWO) has found Uber drivers are not employees.