Archived News for Human Resource Professionals - March, 2019
Google has been fined 1.49 billion euros ($2.38 billion) for disadvantaging rivals on its search platform.
New data scheme looms
A new scheme should give people more access over their personal data, but many are wary about the Government’s big digital ideas.
Tweet sacking case continues
A public servant sacked for tweeting her views faces the High Court this week.
Adelaide backed in city deal
Federal, state and local governments have come together to sign a $551 million Adelaide City Deal.
IPCC deemed conservative
Scientists say the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) could be downplaying global threats.
124 voices call for better deal
Over 100 labour market experts have signed an open letter calling for higher wages.
Migrant report makes big calls
A review has called for jail time for employers who exploit migrant workers.
Paladin probe looks likely
Reports suggest there will be an audit of the way in which the Home Affairs Department hired contractor Paladin on Manus Island.
Geoscience issues satellite help
Geoscience Australia has released a new strategy to help Australian industries use satellite data.
ATO report denies "cash grab"
A review has found the ATO’s debt collection processes are not a “cash grab”.
DHS probes its own decision
The Department of Home Affairs is investigating the $423 million contract awarded to the little-known Paladin Group.
Feds ignore mortgage call
The Federal Government has backed away from a banking royal commission's recommendation on mortgage commissions.
Students take up climate fight
Thousands of students have walked out of classrooms today to demand action on climate change.
Fire report finds female issues
A report on equality in SA fire services has revealed bullying and harassment of female officers.
Google maps trendy spread
Researchers are using Google Street View to track gentrification of cities.
Title fight has wide implications
The High Court has ruled on a native title case considered one of the biggest since Mabo.
WA allows limited feeding
Breastfeeding will soon be allowed in WA Parliament, but not bottle-feeding.
RBA makes climate warning
The Reserve Bank says it will have to account for climate change when setting interest rates.
Investors slam emissions policy
A massive investor group has warned that the Federal Government’s emissions policy is unlikely to be much help.