Archived News for Human Resource Professionals - May, 2013
Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) figures released today show that 11 per cent of families with dependants in June 2012 had no one in the family who was working.
Queensland to define worker
The Queensland Government has tabled legislation before the State Parliament that will provide a clear cut definition of ‘worker’ for the purposes of workers’ compensation.
WorkCover premium drops 7.5 per cent
The New South Wales Government has announced that the state’s average WorkCover premium has fallen by 7.5 per cent.
beyondblue launches anxiety campaign
National mental health organisation beyondblue has launched a new anti-anxiety campaign aimed at combating the disorder which affects over 2 million Australians.
One-in-four employees short changed over extra hours
In November 2012, one in four employees who usually worked extra hours or overtime were not compensated for doing so, according to an Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) report released today.
Government moves to make Comcare best practice
The Federal Government has outlined new plans that it says will make the national workplace health and safety regulator best practice.
Government pledges to improve worker rehabilitation
The Federal Government has outlined its response to the recent Review of the Safety, Rehabilitation and Compensation Act 1988, with Minister for Workplace Relations saying the Government has prioritised 21 recommendations of the report.
HSBC Chair weighs in on gender equality
HSBC Australia’s Chairman, Graham Bradley, has delivered publically called for Australian companies to do more in ensuring women have opportunities to occupy top jobs in Australia.