Archived News for Human Resource Professionals - July, 2018
Adani could be ordered to cease work near its Abbot Point coal terminal and planned rail corridor, after traditional owners applied to protect sacred sites.
'Mansplaining' ad removed
An advertisement has been removed from a future university building in Adelaide after being labelled sexist.
Big firms scrapping banned deals
Macquarie has joined a growing list of institutions to ban “grandfathered” sales commissions for advisers.
Jail term for Perth worker
A former City of Perth employee has been handed a 22-month jail term for corruption and bribery.
Whistleblower case questioned
A high-profile lawyer has raised concerns about the Federal Government’s legal action against whistleblowers.
Building blitz leads to big fines
A construction industry safety blitz in NSW has revealed widespread safety failures.
Union making legal moves
The CFMMEU is hoping to use the Fair Work Act to scrap conditions for the $2.8 billion Sydney Metro Project.
'Loot boxes' look like gambling
Gambling researchers say in-game purchasing systems, such as ‘loot boxes’, are a form of predatory monetisation ...
Comparison sites criticised
Australia’s chief energy policy adviser says energy comparison sites lack transparency, and could inflate prices.
PEXA responds to hack claims
Property Exchange Australia (PEXA) has been criticised for apparent data breaches.