Archived News for Human Resource Professionals
The latest national digital inclusion report shows many groups continue to miss out on the benefits of being online.
NBN pay questioned
NBN Co has defended spending millions of dollars on executive bonuses amid a severe economic depression.
STEM exit surveyed
A new survey has found nearly one in five Australian scientists are planning to leave the profession.
ASIC advice bill questioned
ASIC chair James Shipton has stepped aside pending outcome of investigation into a massive tax advice bill.
Anti-bribery group goes live
The AFP and Attorney-General’s department have this week launched the Bribery Prevention Network ...
CIA Australian attack reported
Russian agents have been accused of a ‘microwave attack’ on CIA agents in Australia.
Qantas lobbies for lower bar
Qantas has been accused of having one stance on climate change in public and another in private.
'Slavery' claimed in shipping
A transport workers' union says Australian ports are relying on “slavery”.
Airport cover-up probed
An attempted government cover-up over a bungled $30 million airport deal has been exposed.
Comcare watching COVID return
The federal insurer Comcare has issued guidance on a COVID-safe transition back to work.
Jobmaker gaps slammed
There are calls this week for tighter restrictions to stop companies raiding a hiring credit scheme.
Laundering claims land on Crown
Crown Casino will soon be investigated over potential money laundering breaches.
Ageism alleged at SA Health
The South Australian health department has been accused of having an “ageist” culture.
Green goal could unleash billions
Research suggests that if Australia had a net zero emissions target, it could trigger $63 billion in new investment.
QLD avoids royalties
The Queensland Government is allowing Adani to defer payment of royalties on its Carmichael mine.
QLD payroll issues continue
Queensland Health payroll problems have seen staff overpaid by nearly $110 million in recent years.
Testosterone assumptions checked
Researchers say stereotypical masculine traits do not seem to be linked to testosterone levels.
Charity ties questioned
Reports this week reveal a cycle of donating and favouring between charities and the Liberal party.
Donation dollar ready to give
Australians will soon see the world’s first dollar that is designed to be donated.
Stats show giving increase
Individual Australians significantly increased their giving in the 2017-18 financial year.