Archived News for Human Resource Professionals
RBA considers wage-super trade
RBA documents suggest a rise in superannuation would cause wage growth to stall.
Upset over slow sub plan
Defence is reportedly considering scrapping its $80 billion contract with French submarine builder Naval Group.
PPE not safe from slave labour
Concern has been raised about the use of slave labour in producing PPE.
ACCC calls for insurance change
The ACCC has released a report saying Northern Australian communities need more affordable insurance.
Treasurer slams Google tests
The Treasurer has reacted to Google’s ‘experiment’ with Australian search results.
Big bump for icare CEO
Concern has been raised about a $120,000 pay rise for the new CEO of embattled NSW insurer icare.
Coast admin seeks extension
The administrator of NSW’s Central Coast Council says finding a new CEO is one of his main goals for 2021.
PS grads hit parity
Gender parity has been achieved across most of the public sector's graduate programs.
Women drive dam project
An underrepresented group of engineers are leading a major dam upgrade project on the Sunshine Coast.
CDR options expanded
The ACCC says it has made some important amendments to the Consumer Data Right Rules.
Google baulks at research terms
Google has reportedly moved to tighten control over its scientists’ papers.
Origin hit for price claim
Origin Energy has paid a penalty for allegedly misleading electricity customers.
Cross-state licence plan released
Consultation is open on a new scheme designed to help licences apply across state lines.
Super changes loom
Unions and super funds say planned superannuation reforms could put Australia's economic recovery at risk.
APS tweaks suggested
A review has found the APS needs some new accountability measures, but nothing “radical”.
Big icare issues outlined
An audit has found NSW state insurer icare paid some operating costs with money meant for injured workers.