Archived News for Human Resource Professionals
The Federal Government has renewed its push to increase language requirements for new migrants.
Advocates slam Doyle stories
ALGWA has made formal complaints about a series of articles on Robert Doyle’s sexual harassment case.
Negative gearing study outlines changes
Cutting negative gearing deductions for the highest-earners could save the Australian Government more than $1.7 billion each year, research shows.
Top cop bails after hateful revelation
Victoria Police's head of Professional Standards Command has resigned over racist and obscene online comments.
Caltex accused of huge non-compliance
A new report slams Caltex for widespread breaches of workplace laws.
Confidence not key for working women
Research suggests confidence helps men get ahead but makes little difference for women.
Hackathon helps mine giant
A high-tech equipment inspection system has taken top prize at Komatsu’s three-day mining ‘hackathon’.
Report predicts rapid automation
With continued workforce automation on the way, experts say HR needs to get ready.
Report shows hack response lag
A new report has revealed it took one NSW government department 49 days to shut down an email hack.
Rio faces court on coal claims
ASIC is taking legal action against Rio Tinto and two former executives over an African coal investment.
Cormann explains charity change
The Finance Minister has responded to the charity sector’s concerns about its inclusion in a new foreign donations ban.
WGEA study shows closing
New research shows Australian employers that measure their gender pay gaps are making positive progress in closing them.
ACCC wants corporate shift
The ACCC says bigger fines for big business could help change corporate culture.
Early returns urged
Research suggests that the sooner an injured worker can safely return to work, the better.
Gap in Oaky protest
Oaky North miners will soon return to work after spending 230 days on the picket.
Push to ditch pesticide plan
A Canberra MP wants new Nationals leader and Deputy Prime Minister to scrap the APVMA move to Armidale.
Union slams desk decision
ATO staff look like they will be made to share desks, after their union lost an FWC appeal.