Archived News for Human Resource Professionals - November, 2016
Wesfarmers says it may back out of its loss-making coal business.
Macfarlane's mining leap criticised
Former federal resources minister Ian Macfarlane has defended his career change to lobbying for mining industry.
Review prods state of ATAR
A government review has labelled Australia's university entrance system confusing, inconsistent and misunderstood.
Rio leaders shown the boot
Rio Tinto has sacked two top executives after a probe into $10.5 million in payments linked to iron mining in Africa.
Perth PS shift outlined
Over 1,500 WA public servants will be relocated as part of a massive redevelopment.
Triggs kicked at contract's end
The Federal Government will not renew the contract of Human Rights Commission president Gillian Triggs.
Watchdog reforms celebrated
Former NSW police minister Mike Gallacher has gleefully marked the passing of corruption reforms ...
Cash wants ABCC for women
Employment Minister Michaelia Cash has added gender to the push for the ABCC to be revived.
Big trade left at wayside
The US Government has effectively buried the Trans-Pacific Partnership Agreement.
NDIS gives dismal numbers
The latest update shows the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) came nowhere near to hitting its estimates for enrolees.
Gender issues in PS rejection
While public servants have rejected new industrial relations deals dozens of times, women could be the major victims.
Stats bureau drops numbers
The cash-strapped Australian Bureau of Statistics has put 150 jobs on the line.
Border Protection rejection brings Fair Work
Over 11,000 DIBP workers have rejected their third workplace deal ...
Safety fears in Airservices sacking
Airservices Australia has announced it is sacking 900 workers, creating fears ...
Debate over WA disability cover
The Human Services Minister says there is no “clear winner” after trials of two disability models in WA.