Archived News for Human Resource Professionals - July, 2023
The CEO and board chair of a drug regulator have resigned following an independent review.
Sleep issues cost big
New research reveals the alarming impact of sleep disorders on the productivity of young Australian workers.
State stands up razor gang
Victoria's Department of Health has announced the creation of a new ‘razor gang’ to slash jobs.
Chaplains fear tax change
School chaplain providers say a recent government decision is putting their business in jeopardy.
Consultants see chill
The Australian consulting market is bracing for a slower growth trajectory this year.
Deloitte admits data misuse
Consulting firm Deloitte has admitted to the misuse of government information, widening a scandal that has already engulfed PwC.
Funding crunch measured
A new report says Australia’s quality of education has been eroded by “long-term underfunding”.
Lowe replacement picked
Deputy Reserve Bank governor Michele Bullock has been chosen to become Australia's first female RBA governor.
ASD expands on TikTok ban
TikTok's data collection practices are a key factor behind the Australian government's decision to ban the app from government devices.
ASIC told to tighten checks
A Parliamentary Committee has urged increased scrutiny of financial services licences following the collapse of a major crypto market.
EU trade talks drag
Australia and the European Union have hit a roadblock in their five-year-long negotiations for a free trade agreement.
Robodebt response continues
Questions are being asked about the fate of high-paid public servant’s fate in the wake of the Robodebt royal commission.
WFH win in APS talks
Public servents could enjoy some of the most generous work-from-home (WFH) rights in the country.
Letter urges campus action
An open letter urges government action to combat university sexual violence.
Study shows names matter
Discrimination against job applicants with non-English sounding names remains a significant problem.
Robodebt report savages actions
The final report from the Robodebt royal commission has savaged the illegal scheme.