Archived News for Human Resource Professionals
A new survey shows an increasing number of people think Australia is a racist country.
Turnbull returns IAC
Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull has rebuilt the Indigenous Advisory Council (IAC).
DHS micro-strikes lined up
There could be some interruption to government services next week, as one of the biggest federal departments takes strike action.
Moreton microphones raise concern
Queensland’s privacy commissioner has “grave concerns” about hundreds of cameras and listening devices being rolled out ...
WA case could spark change
A new interpretation of native title law could have far-reaching implications.
NT takes up predecessor's plan
The NT government has reinstated a popular tradies scheme, after months of rejecting it.
Train delays to drag on
Queensland Transport Minister Stirling Hinchliffe has resigned after a review of a driver shortage and timetable failures...
Anti-tax ads slammed
BHP Billiton has been criticised for displaying anti-mining tax advertisements on employee computers.
Evocca lands big deals
Lucrative AFP and Defence training contracts have been awarded to a private college group with an interesting history.
Money matters in survival stakes
Experts say socioeconomic status is a health risk factor just like physical inactivity, smoking and obesity.
Union backs nurses' refusal
The ANF has backed nurses refusing to move to the Perth Children's Hospital until lead contamination has been sorted.
Work risks rise at 39hrs
People who work more than 39 hours a week are putting their health at risk, new research says.
AI bluffs the best
An artificially intelligent system has trounced the world’s top poker players for the first time.
Assets suggestion returns
There are calls again for the family home to be included in the assets test for the aged pension.
Abetz backs new cuts
Liberal senator Eric Abetz wants to see “leadership” in the form of large public sector cuts.
Natural wonders shrinking
More than 100 Natural World Heritage Sites are being destroyed by encroaching human activities.
Pizza Hut under-delivers for drivers
The Fair Work Ombudsman says most Pizza Hut outlets are failing to comply with workplace laws.
Union accuses asbestos tsars
The CFMEU says the Russian mafia has been pushing asbestos products into Australia.