Archived News for Human Resource Professionals
The Australian Bureau of Statistics is sacking over 150 staff to balance its shrinking budget.
WA DCS denies demotion
A senior WA public servant says he has been demoted after taking legal action.
Cashless card to continue
The Federal Government says the “success” of its cashless welfare card trial means it will continue.
Growers fear anti-global push
Some key non-mining industries are concerned about the rise of protectionism.
Unions want dues after WA win
Labor has secured a resounding win in WA, and now unions want their dues.
Fines rising for emissions cheat
Volkswagen has pleaded guilty to fraud, obstruction of justice and falsifying statements ...
FOI reveals NDIS chaos
Documents obtained under freedom-of-information show almost no-one was ready when the nationwide NDIS rollout began.
Reforms aim to keep internet open
One of the internet’s founding fathers says tech giants must fight fake news.
Oil fund considers degreasing
Companies engaging in unethical practices - including polluting, corruption and human rights abuses – could soon face divestment.
Sage sale fails
The Sage training institute is closing centres in Brisbane and Sydney after failing to find a buyer.
Super insurance criticised
Experts say too many Australians have insurance spread across multiple super accounts.
DHS unclear on debt letter sources
It is still unknown how many overpayment errors have been caused by Centrelink.
Emergency imbalance fought in QLD
A cop and a fire-fighter are launching a mentoring program for woman in emergency services.
Antarctic trip to balance high science
An all-female expedition to Antarctica wants to break the scientific glass ceiling.
ABC cuts to fund rural services
The national broadcaster is cutting to 200 jobs to fund new content and regional services.
Senator's claims labelled dangerous
The medical community has condemned dangerous comments by a federal senator.
Quiggin calls for power buy-back
A leading economist says the only way to fix the energy grid is to return it to public ownership.
Specialist fee range reviewed
A new report highlights the massive differences between fees charged by medical specialists.