Archived News for Human Resource Professionals - May, 2018
The Queensland Government has bungled its effort to crack down on councils.
Rio moving on robo-rail
Rio Tinto’s autonomous train network in the Pilbara has gained safety approval.
ASIC undertakings probed
Critics say enforceable undertakings from the financial regulator allow big banks to do the crime, but negotiate the time.
RBA says small rises won't hurt
The RBA says there is “no evidence” that a small increase in the minimum wage would cause a loss of jobs or reduction in workers’ hours.
Report reveals commissioner's conduct
An investigation has revealed details of the conduct of Queensland's former electoral commissioner, Walter van der Merwe.
Tweet sacking case continues
Comcare is appealing a ruling that found an Immigration Department worker’s sacking for critical tweets was unlawful.
FIFO study finds stress
Over a quarter of FIFO workers from have reported high or very high psychological distress ...
Offices urged to reduce strain
New research suggests workplaces could prevent up to 14 per cent of new cases of common mental illness ...
Outback students get Budget boost
This week’s Federal Budget includes a number of education measures.
Budget brings Home Affairs growth
This week’s federal Budget contains more outsourcing of the public sector.
Ergon faces overcharge claims
Over 1,000 Queensland businesses have been “illegally overcharged” by Ergon.
Federal face database questioned
Legal experts say Australia’s new facial recognition scheme is open to misuse.
PM launches PS review
The Prime Minister has announced a sweeping review of the federal public service.
ASX wants cultural lift
The ASX has proposed new principles to help Australia's biggest companies dramatically improve their culture.