Archived News for Human Resource Professionals - July, 2024
Ambulance Victoria has reportedly suspended six employees accused of fraudulently claiming overtime.
CBA slapped for underpayment
The Commonwealth Bank of Australia (CBA) has been fined $36,000 following revelations of significant underpayments to its staff.
Albanese announces reshuffle
The Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has announced his first major ministerial reorganisation since taking office in 2022.
Council monitors continued
The appointment of municipal monitors at Victoria's Moonee Valley City Council has been extended for an additional seven months
Broad set fall for crypto-scams
People from all socioeconomic backgrounds are susceptible to cryptocurrency investment scams ...
Merger bill coming
The Albanese Government has unveiled draft legislation aimed at reforming Australia's merger rules.
SA inquiry for DCP claims
South Australian Child Protection Minister Katrine Hildyard has ordered a review of her department's complaints process.
Council faces hacking claim
A ransomware gang has targeted SA’s Wattle Range Council, threatening to release over 40,000 stolen files.
CrowdStrike blames bug
CrowdStrike says a bug in its quality control system led to a software update that caused widespread computer crashes.
Liverpool to fight claims
Sydney’s Liverpool City Council says it will initiate legal action against the New South Wales government following claims of widespread dysfunction.
Tech giants face eSafety fines
The eSafety Commissioner is demanding major tech companies take action against child abuse.
CFMEU reviews pledged
An independent MP wants a new watchdog to address the “toxic elements” within the CFMEU.
Eco issues slow growth
Experts say trillions of dollars in worker productivity could be lost due to eco-anxiety and ‘lie-back’ lifestyles.
National change detailed
Safe Work Australia has set the stage for a decade of transformation in work health and safety (WHS) across the nation.
AFP pay talks continue
Australian Federal Police (AFP) Commissioner Reece Kershaw has renewed his call for higher wages.
Cop crash coverup claimed
A senior NSW Police officer is involved in an alleged cover-up following a drunken car crash.
Gender moves spruiked
Australia is showing off its progress on gender pay gaps ahead of a major summit.
MediSecure reveals scope
In one of the largest data breaches in Australian history, eScript provider MediSecure has revealed that the personal data of 12.9 million Australians was stolen by hackers earlier this year.