Archived News for Human Resource Professionals
The Department of Human Services (DHS) will appear in the industrial tribunal next week.
Black Sea shipwrecks revealed
Robots scanning the seabed have stumbled on a stunning set of ancient shipwrecks.
Strict speeds could impede focus
Could taking a hard line on speed limits actually decrease road safety?
Tudge judges weak welfare rules
The Human Services Minister says expectations on dole recipients are “miserably low”.
Coal bump coming soon
Analysts say the price of coal is about to rise, and could deliver a $A23.6bn boost to big mining groups listed in London.
Free frequencies on the block
ACMA has put out a consultation paper on plans to auction off broadband spectrum.
Hard sell for WA power plans
The WA Government is feeling the heat for attempts to sell its power network.
Pot bill passes in QLD
Queensland has passed laws allowing Queensland GPs to prescribe medicinal cannabis for patients.
Economist knocks gas studies
Economists say the funding links between fossil fuel firms and researchers could threaten academic independence.
Heavy charges for Brazil spill
BHP Billiton executives are among 21 people charged with manslaughter and environmental crimes...
PM's prizes for stunning scientists
This week’s Prime Minister’s Prizes have recognised top science teachers.
Lloyd unleashes on legal action
The public service says the sector’s main union has been wasting time.
SA ICAC calls for new eyes
South Australia's Independent Commissioner Against Corruption (ICAC) says public officers suspended with pay should be watched.
Department downplays island abuse
The Department of Immigration and Border Protection has rejected the severity of reports about abuse in detention centres.
PM shoots for union targets
The Prime Minister has leaked footage of a CFMEU official’s threatening behaviour, while being accused of trading guns ...
NDIS delays hurt in SA
An SA politician says NDIS clients still wait up to a year for coverage even after being approved for funding.
Poverty stats hit ten-year peak
The Australian Council of Social Service says there are now more kids in poverty than at any other time this decade.