Archived News for Human Resource Professionals - September, 2018
About a third of people working in public administration report being victims of sexual harassment at work.
Abuse "epidemic" reported
Experts have raised alarm about “an epidemic of child abuse and neglect” in Australia.
ACCC looks at 'unlimited' claims
Telcos have been put on notice to ensure their advertising is clear and transparent.
Aged care commission coming
The Prime Minister has ordered a royal commission into Australia's aged-care sector.
Governments gather for tech panel
All tiers of government have come together for the first Digital Council meeting.
Commission hears sad spy tale
This week’s sessions of the banking royal commission have exposed a litany of dodgy behaviour in the insurance sector.
Skills study shows digital issues
A new report suggests Australia is facing a massive shortage of digital skills in the workplace.
Westpac could face big loan suits
Lawyers say Westpac could be sued for billions of dollars over irresponsible home loans.
East Timor spy claims in court
Claims of spying by the Australian Government have been heard in court for the first time.
Women in STEM scheme starts
The Australian Academy of Science wants input on a national plan to get more women in STEM fields.
Roundup case causes local concern
Thousands of people are seeking damages over Roundup herbicides in the US, causing concern about what will happen in Australia.
York Civil to be liquidated
Creditors of construction company York Civil have voted to liquidate the firm.
Blockchain contracts coming
CSIRO has joined with law and tech firms to create blockchain-based legal contracts.
Gas sector wants climate clarity
The gas industry has become the latest to call on the Federal Government to come up with a climate and energy policy.
Power firm's poor form revealed
A legal investigation has revealed the underhanded tactics used by one power company.
ASIC takes NAB super to court
ASIC is taking NAB to court on allegations the bank wrongly took $100 million in fees.
Costello critiques watchdogs
Former federal treasurer Peter Costello has accused Australia's corporate regulators of falling asleep at the wheel.