Archived News for Human Resource Professionals
A former trucking executive has been jailed over a fatal crash by one of his drivers.
Optus admits big miss
Optus has admitted significant underreporting of failed 000 calls during a recent outage.
SafeWork issues leaked
SafeWork NSW has been accused of being “timid” and “ineffectual”, with systemic cultural and operational issues.
Slump causes mine concern
The prices of lithium and nickel, once the darlings of the green energy transition, have plummeted.
Doomsday Clock maintains risk
In a reminder of global perils, the Doomsday Clock remains at 90 seconds to midnight.
Fortescue facing shift
An ex-PM’s departure could mark a new chapter for Fortescue’s green ambitions.
Melanoma leaders honoured
Professor Georgina Long and Professor Richard Scolyer have been jointly named the 2024 Australians of the Year.
New bid for multi-deal
Coal workers could be the first to test the new multi-employer bargaining regime.
Wealth gap widens
Oxfam has revealed alarming statistics on the burgeoning fortunes of the world's richest ...
Achievement falls in funding gap
Public school financial shortfalls could be widening the achievement gap, new figures show.
ALRC outlines justice probe
The Australian Law Reform Commission (ALRC) will conduct an inquiry into the justice system's approach to sexual violence.
NACC names prepared
A key figure from Victoria’s IBAC has been picked for Deputy Commissioner of the NACC.
Population passes 27 million
Australia's population has hit the 27 million mark nearly two decades earlier than many anticipated.
Self-serve could kill loyalty
A new study looks at the effect of self-service checkouts on customers’ loyalty.
AC aids smoke protection
A new study shows workplace air conditioning can cut the health risks posed by bushfire smoke.
Sit risks followed
An international study has cast light on the significant health risks associated with prolonged sitting at work.
ATO fight heads for Fair Work
The Taxation Officers’ Branch of the Australian Services Union (ASU) has escalated its pay dispute ...
Green suit risk studied
Investors and regulators may not be fully accounting for the financial risks posed by climate lawsuits, research suggests.