Archived News for Human Resource Professionals - October, 2024
The consumer watchdog has taken Optus to court over alleged unethical sales.
Pandemic review shows "fatigue"
Australia's COVID-19 review warns future pandemic plans must address serious shortfalls.
Review causes Robodebt re-think
The NACC is reconsidering its Robodebt decision after a misconduct finding.
Compo called for fence fall
A council worker has won compensation after tripping over a puppy fence at home.
NDIS safety fines to rise
The Federal Government is introducing tougher penalties and new criminal offences for NDIS providers ...
CHOGM hears slavery claims
Commonwealth leaders have declared it is time to address reparations for slavery.
Police proceed with jab case
Hundreds of Queensland police officers are suing over COVID-19 vaccine mandates.
Women pushed to male-dominated fields
A new federal scheme aims to support women’s career development in various sectors.
AI seen as schooling boost
Researchers say the careful integration of AI tools into education could enhance, rather than replace, human learning.
Broad blame for uni cuts
Four Australian universities are set to cut nearly 1,000 jobs over the next year, driven by financial strain.
Nobel nod for failure findings
How nations thrive - or fail - hinges largely on their political and economic institutions.
ADF aims at info warfare
The Australian Defence Force (ADF) says it is sharpening its focus on cyber and cognitive warfare.
AI approvals questioned
The Tasmanian government’s AI use in economic planning is sparking controversy.
Awards honour fresh efforts
Australian public service initiatives have been honoured at the 2024 Spirit of Service Awards.
Building body failure detailed
Victoria’s building watchdog, the Victorian Building Authority (VBA), has failed consumers.
Local innovation assessed
Australia’s innovation system is progressing, but investment challenges persist, according to new figures.
Verified leanings studied
Verified users on social media could be driving polarisation and fuelling echo chambers.
CFMEU fined for site threats
CFMEU officials have been fined for unlawful conduct at a Brisbane construction site.