Archived News for Human Resource Professionals - June, 2020
Scott Morrison gave a vague address about cyber-security last week, and now experts have fleshed out his message.
Warning over COVID payback
New figures suggest Australia’s big money COVID-19 responses will not require serious austerity to repay.
Fee change to push regrowth
The Federal Government is preparing a tertiary fees overhaul that will see cheaper degrees in priority areas.
FWC orders wage rise
Millions of low-paid workers are expected to benefit from a Fair Work decision to boost the minimum wage.
RBA considered housing gag
Leaked documents suggest the Reserve Bank considered asking private firms not to record slumping property prices.
Study shows lack of views
A new study finds that millions of ‘quiet Australians’ may not be interested in politics at all.
Cup flights questioned
Reports say deputy PM Michael McCormack billed taxpayers for Melbourne Cup flights ...
Stacking claims take scalps
A branch-stacking scandal has prompted the departure of three Victorian MPs, and is reaching the federal ALP too.
Jail time for QLD death
Jail terms have been handed down in the first prosecution under Queensland's new industrial manslaughter laws.
Morrison outlines IR moves
The Prime Minister is pushing IR changes as a method to get the Australian economy moving after COVID-19.
SA set for space hub
South Australia will be the site of Australia’s space mission control, forming the heart of the nation’s first space hub.
Safe Work lays out return path
Safe Work Australia has released new guidance to help small businesses manage their return to work.
Agency acquiring at high rate
Services Australia has bought over 35,000 laptops and monitors since the COVID-19 outbreak began.
COVID could show local strength
The Federal Health Minister says Australia's COVID-19 studies could make it a leader in future medical research and clinical trials.
Firms quiet facial tech
Microsoft says it is holding off on selling facial recognition to US police departments.
NBN Co testing re-scheduler
NBN Co is testing a new tool to combat the high volume of poorly-timed technician appointments.
Morrison sorry for debt scandal
Scott Morrison has apologised for any “hurt or harm” caused by the robodebt scheme ...
Schools slam China's claim
Australia's elite universities have dismissed claims that they pose a risk for Chinese students.
ABC prepares to cut
The ABC has asked staff to volunteer for redundancies, but jobs cuts should be on the way.