Archived News for Human Resource Professionals - May, 2023
FWO review looms
The Albanese government has announced it will be launching an external review of the Fair Work Ombudsman ...
Offshore wind workers needed
Experts say Australia lacks the workforce for an aggressive offshore wind expansion.
Visa change for aged care
The Albanese government says it is addressing a growing crisis in the aged care sector by allowing priority visa processing for foreign workers.
Disability hearings close
After four years of hearings, the disability royal commission has wrapped up.
Robodebt report pushed back
A potentially damning Robodebt royal commission report has been delayed.
'No' campaign coalescing
The main voices in the ‘No’ campaign for Australia’s Indigenous Voice referendum are coming together.
Musk hints at new leader
Elon Musk, the CEO of Tesla and Twitter’s current owner, has announced that he has found a new CEO ...
PwC seeks to limit pain
PwC Australia CEO Tom Seymour has stepped down from his position amidst a tax leak scandal ...
PM&C consulting backed
The Department of Prime Minister & Cabinet has received $10.9 million in funding for its in-house consulting service.
Surplus distraction denied
Analysts warn that news of a budget surplus could cover the truth of a slowing economy.
Qantas off to High Court
Qantas is taking its long-running dispute with the Transport Workers' Union (TWU) to the High Court in Canberra this week.
Survey shows cost pain
Builders are trying to avoid having to absorb costs by using tighter contracts, but are still paying more.
Ageist changes studied
Natural changes could result in older people viewing themselves through a negative and ageist lens, experts say.