Archived News for Human Resource Professionals

UPDATE: Assistant Treasurer Arthur Sinodinos has stood down amid the corruption inquiry, but maintains he will be "vindicated" and has been described by the Prime Minister as "a man of great distinction ... and high competence".

Guidelines defined for mental health in mining

A new set of guidelines has been produced for the unique mental health challenges of mining employees and companies.

Holland drops staff and sites to face new age of operation

The John Holland group, a giant of the Australian engineering and construction landscape, is shedding hundreds of staff and looking to sell one of its main facilities.

Home insulation failure fronts Commission

The Royal Commission into the tragic failure of the Rudd government’s home insulation scheme will begin today, and could prompt some intriguing revelations from politicians and public servants on the witness list.

Kids quickly notice issues in the places they inherit

As many lament the decline of respect and values among today’s youth, a recent study has shown the effects that older generations’ habits can have on young people’s perspective.

Eames officially leaves questioning Nauru's grasp of law

The chief justice of Nauru, Australian Geoffrey Eames, says he has had no option but to resign as the government is ignoring the rule of law.

Academic minds turn to matters of mining

A new centre has been funded to study the effects of one of the world’s most dangerous professions.

Digital centre brings new dawn of living data

Days are numbered for the poorly timed still-frame slideshows that dominate business meetings worldwide, with researchers working on the next generation of data presentation.

Reporting requires too much, BCA says

The Business Council of Australia appears to be picking a fight with itself over the need to report gender figures.

Spill at the top of super money mound

Heads appear to have rolled at the Fair Work Commission’s (FWC) expert superannuation panel, with half its members jumping ship over conflict of interest allegations.

WorkCover review finds NSW workers less covered

An independent review has found a set of WorkCover changes are much more favourable to businesses than their employees.

Body seeks funds to keep getting feet off the street

Authorities warn that the Federal Government should continue funding the National Partnership Agreement on Homelessness (NPAH), or put tens of thousands at risk.

Most schools still open in day-long NT strike

Strike action will hit Northern Territory schools today, but the Education Department says most will remain open.

Jobs go as Environment yields to states, Statistics hit too

More job cuts in the Australian public sector with reports that the Bureau of Statistics will lose up to 100 workers and another 200 Environment Department staff will go too.

More doctors join fight against Minister's 'accountable' contracts

A breakthrough from protests by Queensland doctors has seen a vote of no confidence in the state’s Health Minister.

Broader view needed to dig at real source of harassment

It is certain that many workplace clashes are the result of differing opinions or personalities, but new research shows the workplace itself plays a big role too.

Equity measures falling through gender divide

An independent business advisory council for workplace diversity says gender equity measures have not worked.

Rail strikers made to roll while reps face Fair Work

Union reps and company heads have come together again this week, trying to sort out a dispute that saw 200 Aurizon train drivers on strike.

Aid group run out of Myanmar after massacre allegations

A vital medical aid service has been kicked out of Myanmar on accusations of lying.

Bus tour brings visibility, stops short of complete fix

A big blue bus is touring the nation to address the broad gaps in recognition, acceptance and treatment of mental health issues, but some advocates say it may not be enough.