Archived News for Human Resource Professionals - October, 2024
Analysts say sensitive data of Australian security officials could be sold to dodgy operators.
Course caps criticised
A Labor-led Senate inquiry has called for course-level international student enrolment caps to be scrapped.
CPSU outlines alleged theft
The Victorian Justice Department has been accused of widespread wage theft.
IBAC reveals drug trades
A corruption probe has found a Victorian mayor traded information for drugs.
Ombudsman "sham" exposed
Western Australia's Ombudsman created his own rules, and has now announced his own resignation.
Public tech review published
Australia’s governments face urgent demands to modernise ageing systems and tighten cybersecurity.
X fine upheld
An Australian court has upheld a $610,500 fine against X, formerly known as Twitter, for failing to cooperate with an information request related to child safety.
Australian power ranking rises
Australia has risen to fifth place in the 2024 Asia Power Index, surpassing Russia as its influence in Asia falters.
Metricon faces complaint order
Australia's biggest home builder, Metricon, is facing regulator scrutiny over customer complaints.
More talks for nurse fight
NSW nurses have secured interim pay rise as their union enters negotiations with the government.
Prison safety case launched
WorkSafe WA has initiated legal proceedings against the state's Department of Justice over allegations of sexual harassment and bullying at Bunbury Regional Prison.
Scam changes suggested
Consumer advocates are demanding a simple, victim-focused approach to scams, not bureaucracy.
ANU announces cuts
The Australian National University (ANU) has unveiled significant measures to counter a $200 million deficit.
ANZ disclosure fine upheld
The Full Federal Court has dismissed ANZ’s appeal over a continuous disclosure breach ...
Dock fight over 'bots and pay
US dockworkers may have put off the looming threat of automation for now.
Grants change goes live
The federal Department of Finance has announced new grant rules are now in effect.
Freedom risked by info bill
Australia's proposed ‘Misinformation Bill’ has stirred outrage among free speech advocates.
Gambling gifts tallied
Gambling giants have been wooing Australian politicians ahead of new regulation.
New funds for price watch
The government has put up new money to stop sneaky supermarket pricing tricks.