Archived News for Human Resource Professionals
Russian hackers, identified as the AlphV or BlackCat ransomware gang, have claimed responsibility for a string of cyberattacks on Victorian businesses.
Pay talks continue
Public service leaders are grappling with a lukewarm reception to Katy Gallagher's lower-than-anticipated pay increase offer.
Pro-Assange crew head to US
Australian MPs are heading to the US to lobby for Julian Assange’s release.
Unis seek funding change
Universities Australia is calling on the Albanese Government to establish more flexible funding arrangements.
Chevron strike to escalate
Unions are planning a significant escalation of industrial action at Chevron’s WA plants.
Gold firm reveals issues
Gold Fields Limited has issued a formal apology to employees who have endured bullying, sexual harassment, racism, and other forms of discrimination.
New IR protections pushed
The Albanese Government has introduced its attempt to address issues that undermine pay and working conditions.
Shift impairment studied
Shift work has been linked to cognitive impairment in middle-aged and older adults.
Councils need green staff
Climate change is raising demand for council environmental health officers (EHOs).
'Power maps' in government play
A government committee has heard internal details of how one consultancy secured millions in government work.
Qantas destined for court
Qantas has made headlines this week for allegedly taking money it was not owed, and making it very difficult to get back.
Sub students funded
The government is funding courses for people to work on its nuclear submarine program.
'Stewardship' change suggested
A Senate committee has recommended amendments to the Public Service Act.
Business shift scrapped
The Federal Government has reportedly abandoned its business registry modernisation efforts due to cost overruns.
ICAC cleared over delay
The NSW Independent Commission Against Corruption (ICAC) has been exonerated of maladministration claims.
MP pay rise outlined
Federal MPs and other public office holders are set to receive a 4 per cent pay increase - the most substantial salary hike in ten years.