Archived News for Human Resource Professionals - February, 2014
The Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority has, after “rigorous assessment”, approved the disposal of dredge spoil within the Marine Park, making only minor requests in the granting of the dredge permit.
Big bump for online housing lister
Some insiders are unsure what to make of a big jump in profits for an online real estate advertiser.
Evolution reaches across time and face
Timing is indeed crucial, with a new paper finding time is the difference between fear and surprise in facial expressions.
New field, new ideas as data and science mingle
Just as answering one question leads to several more, developments in one scientific field often create entirely new areas of study.
Seeds planted for farm bank plan, no word on sprout times
A Federal Government Minister is pushing for billions of dollars to help workers toiling in some of the worst conditions for decades, and it looks like the Prime Minister is keen to help too.
Two hundred cases do not justify charity watchdog
The public sector union says no good will come from the Federal Government decision to scrap the Australian Charities and Not-For-Profits Commission.
RET warnings say solar slump could become drastic drop
Research suggests jobs in the solar PV industry could be cut in half if the Federal Government reduces its Renewable Energy Target.