Archived News for Human Resource Professionals - April, 2019
The Greens want to set up a $2 billion nature fund paid for by polluters.
Viagogo found in breach
Ticket reselling site Viagogo has been found to have broken several consumer laws.
Greens want stronger ABC
The Greens have pledged to restore every dollar that has been cut from the ABC since 2013.
News chief warns of tech regulation
The CEO of News Corp says tech giants Google and Facebook face a “reckoning” in the form of more regulation.
NT issues budget plan
The NT Government has a plan that it says will see net debt peak at $8.8 billion in 2026/27.
Aged care rip-offs alleged
Aged care provider Bupa has been taken to court by the ACCC over alleged false and misleading claims.
Microsoft helps Reef research
Microsoft has backed local efforts to monitor the Great Barrier Reef using drones and AI.
Most don't want Bight drilling
A majority of Australians are opposed to drilling for oil in the Great Australian Bight, with SA residents most concerned.
Science group effects tallied
The Australian Academy of Science has measured the benefits of membership of major global science organisations.
CDP safety investigated
An investigation into a remote work for the dole provider will look at claims of repeated safety breaches.
FBI deal to boost local links
The ACCC has signed a deal with the FBI to strengthen efforts to combat cartels and anti-competitive action.
iSelect faces deceptive claim
iSelect is being taken to court for alleged misleading or deceptive conduct over its energy plan comparison service.
New fines for farm protests
Animal rights activists who invade Queensland farms and abattoirs will soon face new fines.
Redress reform demanded
Advocates for survivors of child sexual abuse want the national redress scheme overhauled.
Adani approval questioned
The approval of Adani’s water plan “reeks of political interference”, according to Queensland Environment Minister Leeanne Enoch.
ALP makes 50/50 health pledge
Bill Shorten says Labor would guarantee an extra $2.8 billion in health funding.