Archived News for Human Resource Professionals
National Cabinet has agreed to a $4.7 billion plan to tackle the growing crisis of family and gender-based violence.
Gillard urges gender retention
Former Prime Minister Julia Gillard has urged the Labor Party to retain its 50 per cent female target for parliamentary candidates.
ICAC shows lobbying gaps
A new report has revealed major flaws in South Australia's lobbying regulations.
Shorten leaves with robodebt pledge
Bill Shorten says advocacy for robodebt victims will continue after his retirement.
Many needed for early education
A severe shortage of early childhood educators is pushing Australia’s care sector to the brink.
RBA boss feels pain
RBA Governor Michele Bullock says persistently high inflation continues to strain Australian households.
Remote funds renewed
Up to $45 million will go to extending scholarships for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students.
AI protections proposed
The Federal Government has outlined new “guardrails” for businesses’ use of AI.
Consumers' tech trust measured
Despite being keen for new retail technologies, Australian consumers appear to fear and mistrust them.
First Nations trade celebrated
A new report shows the growing international success of First Nations trade and tourism businesses.
Local rules for state buys
NSW is shaking up its $42 billion procurement system, demanding agencies prioritise local businesses or explain why not.
Union slams census switch
The CPSU says significant parts of the community will not be recognised in the upcoming census.
Injuries ignored by "tough" tradies
Young Australian tradies are ‘toughening up’ at the cost of their health, experts say.
Court reviewers appointed
A new review will assess the effectiveness of Australia’s Family Court system.
Jail time for ATO bribe
A Sydney businessman has been jailed for bribing an ATO official to slash millions off his tax bill.
Land council budget held back
An Aboriginal land council’s budget has been frozen amid governance concerns.