Archived News for Human Resource Professionals
Cancer cover expands
Tasmania has extended its presumptive cancer list for firefighters to include 20 types of cancer.
First multi-deal flagging
Union infighting could undermine progress on the first multi-employer pay deal.
ICAC eyes Hills Shire
The NSW Independent Commission Against Corruption (ICAC) has launched an investigation into alleged impropriety within the Hills Shire Council.
NDIS reforms forecast
The National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) is in need of significant reform to ensure its sustainability, according to the Albanese government.
Jenkins leaves a better place
Ministers have marked the exit of Australia’s sex discrimination commissioner.
Nurse strike fine outlined
The WA nurses’ union has agreed to a potential $350,000 fine for a major strike at Parliament House last year.
OCO raises duplication claim
Proposed legislation to create an Inspector-General of Aged Care has caused concerns about potential duplication of work.
Space boss swears on Sagan
Makenzie Lystrup has become the first woman to be appointed as director of the Goddard Space Flight Center in NASA's history.
Super body wants gig extension
A super fund lobby has called for gig workers to be included in the system.
Cricket cheques to rise
A new pay deal will see a considerable rise for the Australian women’s cricket team.
McBride trial continues
David McBride, a former military lawyer, will finally stand trial after waiting for almost five years ...
Robodebt collectors dropped
Government Services Minister Bill Shorten has taken steps to remove three private debt-collection agencies from Services Australia.
Camp pitched for housing help
Proponents of an 850-person workers’ village in regional WA say it could help ease rental issues.
Equality smashed in short period
New data has exposed a ‘radical reversal’ of equality in Australia.
Green supply chain outlined
Big firms behind Australia’s heavy industry supply chains say it could transition to net zero emissions.