Archived News for Human Resource Professionals
Police hotel role probed
Victoria’s health minister has resigned as the state’s leadership struggles to place blame for its hotel quarantine issues.
Bank settles millions of breaches
Westpac has agreed to a $1.3 billion settlement after 23 million breaches of anti-money laundering rules.
DFAT speaks on veto plans
Reports say a federal agency has attempted to calm universities’ concerns about foreign veto plans.
Police accused of political gag
University staff have criticised NSW Police for being “undemocratic” and suppressing freedom of speech.
Judge labels Tudge action 'criminal'
A judge has accused Immigration Minister Alan Tudge of criminal conduct.
More charges for ex-mayor
Former Ipswich mayor Paul Pisasale has pleaded guilty to sexual assault and perverting the course of justice.
Emissions plan outlined
The Federal Government has laid out its plan for reducing carbon emissions, funnelling investment to ...
Bushfire health costs near $2b
The most recent bushfire season in Australia racked up smoke-related health costs of around $1.95 billion ...
Male mentality damaging
New research says the boards of big Australian companies are held back by male pack mentality.
ACCC facing off over news
The ACCC is standing firm against Facebook’s threat to block news content.
AER assesses pole costs
The Australian Energy Regulator (AER) says consumers are now paying less for the transportation of electricity.
Big leak reveals global laundering
A mass leak of US Government files has revealed details of global money-laundering networks.
Data-sharing details open
Authorities are working out the kinks in proposed public data-sharing laws.
Self-serving sought by Services
Services Australia is taking serious cues from Service NSW – bringing in digital kiosks and other technological improvements.
Female leadership slides
The number of women running the country's top 200 ASX-listed companies is falling.
Interference office suggested
Tensions between Canberra and Beijing have led some to suggest Australia should have a dedicated foreign interference commissioner.
State backs COVID-hit firms
The Victorian Government has announced a $3 billion COVID-19 business support package.