Archived News for Human Resource Professionals - October, 2016
Economists say the funding links between fossil fuel firms and researchers could threaten academic independence.
Heavy charges for Brazil spill
BHP Billiton executives are among 21 people charged with manslaughter and environmental crimes...
PM's prizes for stunning scientists
This week’s Prime Minister’s Prizes have recognised top science teachers.
Lloyd unleashes on legal action
The public service says the sector’s main union has been wasting time.
SA ICAC calls for new eyes
South Australia's Independent Commissioner Against Corruption (ICAC) says public officers suspended with pay should be watched.
Department downplays island abuse
The Department of Immigration and Border Protection has rejected the severity of reports about abuse in detention centres.
PM shoots for union targets
The Prime Minister has leaked footage of a CFMEU official’s threatening behaviour, while being accused of trading guns ...
NDIS delays hurt in SA
An SA politician says NDIS clients still wait up to a year for coverage even after being approved for funding.
Poverty stats hit ten-year peak
The Australian Council of Social Service says there are now more kids in poverty than at any other time this decade.
Samsung catches consumers' ire
Samsung has halted production of its fiery Galaxy Note 7, and now faces millions of angry consumers.
Woman's world could avoid old issues
An Australian science writer says women can fix the big challenges our planet faces.
ASIC takes insurers to task
ASIC has slammed parts of the life insurance sector after a large review.
Bard helps break ASD walls
The wordy works of Shakespeare have been used to help autistic kids open up.
School money changes still coming
The Education Minister’s efforts to reform higher education are trundling along.
Cooperative crossbenchers rewarded
Minor-party senators are getting spots on powerful parliamentary committees.
Council combats tree inequality
New research has looked at the 'thermal inequality' created by a lack of trees in poorer suburbs.
Lifeline NT failed by funding
The Northern Territory government has refused further funding for Lifeline Top End.