Archived News for Human Resource Professionals
Australia is facing workforce challenges as it prepares to enter the nuclear age.
Health review shows strain
A capability review of the Department of Health and Aged Care says the healthcare system will face “enormous strains”...
Sports boost for ignored class
Anthony Albanese has pledged a $200 million investment in women's sports.
Banks backed in scam fight
The ACCC is allowing Australian banks to collaborate on the development of industry standards to combat scams.
Jobless rate grows
The Australian unemployment rate experienced a slight rise of 0.2 percentage points, reaching 3.7 per cent in July.
Pay gap persists
Australia’s gender pay gap is at its lowest ever level, but still sees women paid significantly less than men.
ABS regrets LGBTIQ+ left out
The Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) has issued a “statement of regret” for omitting key LGBTIQ+ topics in the 2021 census.
Anti-violence targets announced
The Federal Government has, for the first time, set targets for ending violence against women and children.
ASD faces KPMG issue
The Australian Signals Directorate (ASD) has found itself embroiled in the widening controversy surrounding consulting firm KPMG.
Plum posting probed
Controversy has emerged around the NSW Transport Minister's Appointment of a former Labor staffer to a high-paying role.
Broad deal bothers business
Businesses want the Fair Work Commission (FWC) to be strict on multi-employer bargaining.
Woolworths' bid fails
Woolworths' planned pay structure for its online shopping centre workforce has been knocked back.
Policy design to be probed
A new inquiry will examine policy and program design effectiveness across the APS.
Premier's office tops tally
Queensland’s Department of Premier and Cabinet (DPC) has been ranked highest in workplace satisfaction among public servants in the state.
Robodebt apology offered
The Federal Parliament has extended a formal apology to the victims of the unlawful Robodebt scheme.
Uni survey revived
Universities Australia has committed to a new national survey on campus sexual assault.
Union claims probed in ACT
The ACT’s Integrity Commission is looking into allegations of improper influence in school tenders.
Boyle case continues
Protesters have gathered outside South Australia's Supreme Court in solidarity with ATO whistleblower Richard Boyle.