Archived News for Human Resource Professionals

An Australian expert has raised some ideas for the Federal Government, which may stop billions of dollars in company profits leaving the country untaxed.

Locals help future Cambodian coders

They may not own their own computers, but learning computer programming may help many Cambodian children find their way to productive future careers.

ASIO never forgets... or deletes

There are some very interesting points made by authorities in submissions ahead of the Federal Government’s proposed metadata retention bill.

New PS Comm dodges 'warlord' claims

The new Public Service Commissioner has denied claims that he is a “stalwart of the radical right”.

Public servants' hours stay same for now

The Fair Work Commission has buried a Federal Government plan to have public sector employees work longer hours.

Birds' bring-downs are distinctly human

New research suggests ravens might be haters.

Many worked up over workplace review

The Federal Labor Party says itThere are claims that the looming workplace review will create a class of US-style working poor. fears the looming workplace review will create a class of US-style working poor.

Probe finds digital leaks in NSW water

Experts have warned that Sydney's sewerage system could be hijacked by hackers, leading to potentially smelly chaos across the city.

Uni launches moves for a happier office

A new study has identified a few key exercises to keep people happier at work.

Council plugs health help in green offices

According to the Green Building Council of Australia, the design and layout of a workspace can have some pretty dramatic effects on productivity, health and wellbeing of staff.

Girls' early results show weight of lost potential

An international study has found that girls outperform boys in educational achievement worldwide.

Leigh weighs in on taxis, tax and big tech

The shadow assistant treasurer has taken up the push to tax tech companies, and warned of some dangers in the new digital economy.

Mexico City squats for free rides and better health

Mexican officials are giving free train tickets to any passenger that wants to improve their health.

Solar slug held up to Senate's light

A senate inquiry has been launched to find why so many are hit with high costs and hidden fees after switching to solar power.

Finance bodies want broader look at awards

The Productivity Commission has hinted that default funds under modern awards will not be included into its inquiry into Workplace Relations Framework, much to the chagrin of some financial services lobby groups.

Ministers' misstep hurts independence

The legal and academic communities have backed Australian Human Rights Commission President Gillian Triggs, as she faces criticism from the Australian Government.

Unions fend off hints of attack on super

The Federal Government has put reforms on the agenda that already have unions on the defensive.

Big bank's big plan for ten years of help

One of Australia’s major banks will employ at least 400 indigenous Australians in a big hiring push over the next few years.

Doors open on big skills fund

Australian businesses can now apply for a slice of the Federal Government’s $476 million Industry Skills Fund to boost the skills of their workforce.

Uni funding cut freeze could warm Senators

News Corp reports say that Abbott Government may sacrifice up to $2 billion in budget savings - scrapping proposed cuts to gain support for university deregulation.