Archived News for Human Resource Professionals
Canterbury-Bankstown Mayor Khal Asfour has commented on his “public lynching”.
Gap goals get further
Nine of Australia’s ‘Closing the Gap’ targets are not on track, according to new data.
Gender gaps tracked
A new federal resource is being set up to track progress on gender inequality issues.
High Court mulls breach
The High Court will soon decide if Facebook is liable for mass data breaches.
Murder probe sees council sacked
A Victorian council has been sacked after the murder of a senior employee sparked an investigation that uncovered ...
NIAA outlines Voice role
The head of the NIAA says the agency will play a key myth-busting role in Australia’s Voice referendum.
Racism checks set in NT
Every NT government agency and service provider is set to be reviewed for systemic racism.
Trade job probe closes
The NSW ICAC has found no evidence of corruption by John Barilaro or Stuart Ayres in a controversial trade job posting.
Online copies questioned
Media investigations suggest some universities are offering pre-made online courses with no real teaching involved.
Gold mine owners probed
Foreign ownership of Australian gold mines is on track to rise above 50 per cent.
Judge rules on Jetstar sacking
A supervisor at Jetstar has lost his case for unfair dismissal after failing to report an “excessively flatulent” subordinate.
Rio settles access claim
Rio Tinto has agreed to pay a civil penalty of US$15 million to settle a lengthy US investigation into payments made to a Guinean political adviser.
Several dodge harassment sessions
A number of federal MPs and senators are yet to complete sexual harassment training.
Teal staffer saga continues
A political staffer is seeking compensation after the MP she worked for allegedly made her work more than 70 hours a week.
HECS architect defends scheme
The economist that designed Australia’s student loan system says it is not unfair to women.
Premier speaks on council probe
The NSW Premier says harsh action should be taken against those involved in misconduct at a Sydney council, potentially including his own brothers.
Senator sees safeguard issue
The Albanese Government’s proposed changes to Australia’s safeguard mechanism have been questioned by an independent senator.