Archived News for Human Resource Professionals
Researchers say if 20 per cent of office workers had standing desks, it would save $84 million in healthcare costs.
Cops do little on improper access
Queensland police have been accused of failing to have adequate measures to prevent officers wrongfully accessing private personal data.
MBA testing foreign docs
The Medical Board of Australia (MBA) is cracking down on incompetent international doctors.
NT calls for telco action
The Northern Territory says progress is being slowed by excess regional telecommunications reviews.
CBA pushed for more farm help
The Agriculture Minister has criticised Commonwealth Bank for not doing enough to help drought-stricken farmers.
Slave bill seems toothless
The Law Council says proposed laws to shine a light on slavery could be too weak.
Councils want SRSS restored
Mayors and councillors have called on the federal government to financially support asylum seekers.
My Health Record to be tightened
The Federal Government is amending its e-health legislation after intense public outcry.
Premier defends big PS pay
SA Premier Steven Marshall has defended the $550,000 annual pay cheque of South Australia's new top public servant.
Lawyers slam sacking plans
Lawyers say the Queensland Government’s plan to sack the Ipswich City Council could breach fundamental human rights.
Manufacturing change urged
Australian manufacturing must innovate or be swallowed up in just a few short years, according to one expert.
Wealth report reveals big gap
A new report on wage equality finds Australia's richest 20 per cent own almost two thirds of country's wealth.
China will find 5G role
Huawei says China will be involved in Australia’s 5G network regardless of potential government bans.
Ice at work surveyed
Thousands of Australians turn up to work high on ice each day, a new report says.
ANU caps internationals
ANU says it will no longer increase student enrolments due to concerns about dropping quality.