Archived News for Human Resource Professionals
Federal Court staff have voted for a new enterprise agreement after four years of negotiations.
ICAC speaks on safety powers
The powers of South Australia's workplace safety inspectors puts them at “significant risk of corruption, including bribery and coercion” ...
Rudd gives evidence in pink batts case
Former prime minister Kevin Rudd says the pink batts scheme would not have proceeded if its safety risks were better understood.
Union wins ACT fight
A long-running court battle between the ABCC and the CFMEU in Canberra appears to have ended.
Westpac accused of losing files
Whistleblowers say Westpac’s wealth management arm lost the files of hundreds of customers ...
Amazon blocks to dodge GST
Amazon says it will block Australian consumers from its global sites to avoid new GST laws.
ANSTO staff hit by SAP glitch
The Australian Nuclear Science and Technology Organisation's (ANSTO) is fixing tech errors in response to workers’ concerns.
CBA agrees to $700 million fine
The Commonwealth Bank will pay a $700 million fine for its breaches of anti-money laundering and counter-terrorism financing laws.
Consumers lack power info
Energy illiteracy could be preventing some Australians from driving down their power costs.
Insurance merger dies down
Western Australia's HBF has pulled out of a planned merger with health fund HCF.
John Lloyd leaving PS leadership
Public Service Commissioner John Lloyd has resigned amid questions over his conduct.
NDIS expert wants new money
A former leader of the National Disability Insurance Agency (NDIA) has joined call for a funding overhaul.
Push to stop power 'discounts'
A former EnergyAustralia executive says the industry’s behaviour is at an all-time low.
Five groups join redress scheme
The Catholic Church, Anglican Church, Salvation Army, Scouts Australia and the YMCA have all signed on to the national redress scheme for child abuse survivors.
FWC orders wage rise
The Fair Work Commission has increased the national minimum wage by 3.5 per cent to $719.20 a week.
Greens attack chaplain scheme
The Greens say there is evidence that school chaplains are pushing religion on students.
Cash to fight Court's call
The Federal Court has ordered Jobs Minister Michaelia Cash to give evidence in a legal case ...
Hunt sorry for swearing at mayor
Health Minister Greg Hunt has apologised for verbally assaulting Katherine Mayor Fay Miller.
Report calls for APS openness
Federal agencies may be forced to report the pay of senior bosses and disclose spending on contractors ...