Archived News for Human Resource Professionals - June, 2021
Politicians have proposed penalties for a lack of improvement in public sector workplace culture.
NSW goes for gap goals
The NSW Government has released its Closing the Gap Implementation Plan, and councils say they are ready to help.
IGR forecasts ageing issues
The latest government intergenerational report predicts smaller population growth.
NT turf grant slammed
A corruption watchdog has found the NT approved a $12 million grant that did not follow proper processes.
Support grows for mine site inquiry
An inquiry could be held into widespread sexual harassment on mine sites.
AER eyes consumer needs
The Australian Energy Regulator (AER) says consumers will be a major priority in the coming year.
Holgate questions Fletcher
The communications minister has been accused of being unusually involved with Australia Post.
Regions call for GP return
Regional and rural health providers want pathways to be created to bring medical professionals back to the country.
Academic freedom case heard
Marine physicist Peter Ridd has had his day in the High Court against James Cook University.
ASX chief gives data details
ASX CEO Dominic Stevens says the exchange is working on the world's richest blockchain.
Buffett leaves Gates post
Warren Buffett has announced he is resigning from the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, but will donate another US$4.1 billion.
Big names call for federal ICAC
Dozens of eminent Australians have called on the Prime Minister to create a national anti-corruption body “with teeth”.
Community TV stays to 2024
A lifeline has been extended for the community TV stations Channel 31 and Channel 44.
Debt collectors set on COVID bills
Queensland Health is bringing in private debt collectors to recoup millions of dollars in unpaid hotel quarantine bills.
DFAT chief reflects on China
Australia's top diplomat says China must grapple with its own “insecurity”.
Tassie treaty path laid out
The Tasmanian Government has committed to a time frame for truth-telling and treaty talks with its Indigenous community.
Coal boss bails on uni post
Former Nationals leader Mark Vaile has been pushed out of the University of Newcastle over his links to the coal sector.
Feds pushed for egg plan
The Federal Government has been forced to reveal its plans for phasing out caged eggs.
Court slams roof risk
An electrician has been charged after leaving an untrained apprentice unattended on a 2-storey roof.