Archived News for Human Resource Professionals - September, 2020
The Australian Energy Regulator (AER) says consumers are now paying less for the transportation of electricity.
Big leak reveals global laundering
A mass leak of US Government files has revealed details of global money-laundering networks.
Data-sharing details open
Authorities are working out the kinks in proposed public data-sharing laws.
Self-serving sought by Services
Services Australia is taking serious cues from Service NSW – bringing in digital kiosks and other technological improvements.
Female leadership slides
The number of women running the country's top 200 ASX-listed companies is falling.
Interference office suggested
Tensions between Canberra and Beijing have led some to suggest Australia should have a dedicated foreign interference commissioner.
State backs COVID-hit firms
The Victorian Government has announced a $3 billion COVID-19 business support package.
Cyber threats never ease
Defence Minister says constant cyber-attacks are the “new normal”, blurring the lines between “peace and war”.
Fuel tax could float refineries
Motorists may have to cover the cost of keeping Australia’s struggling oil refineries alive.
Gov. systems dubbed 'critical'
The Home Affairs boss says cyber reforms will see government systems classed as critical infrastructure.
Big donor gets healthy contract
Questions have been asked after a pathology company linked to Tasmanian Liberal donor was granted a multimillion-dollar contract.
Execs rewarded on COVID support
Millions in bonuses are being paid to executives whose staff are on JobKeeper.
Heads roll at Rio
Rio Tinto executives are resigning after the company destroyed Aboriginal heritage sites earlier this year.
School money seems low
Public investment in Australia’s public education system is below the OECD average.