Archived News for Human Resource Professionals
Experts say a shift in mindset is needed to address problems in the public service.
Parks report shows disconnect
The relationship between Parks Australia and Traditional Owners appears to be in dire straits.
Review rejects archivist claims
An independent probe has found that a Queensland state archivist was not put under “improper pressure” to change annual reports.
Business calls for shift fund
A manufacturing lobby says investment is needed to smooth the move to renewable energy.
Coles tests delivery drones
Coles is teaming up with a Google spinoff to deliver groceries by drone.
Free childcare costed
A proposed federal policy seeks to make child care an essential public service that is free and accessible for all families.
Grid body sees risks
The industry body for Australia’s electricity grid says the sector must adapt to a changing climate.
Tribunal orders chalk halt
SA paramedics have been ordered to give up all industrial action, including writing chalk messages on ambulances.
Huge debt set to stay
Economists do not expect the federal government to clear the debt run up dealing with the COVID-19 recession anytime soon.
Stolen money opened
Aboriginal Victorians from the Stolen Generations can soon apply for $100,000 in reparations.
Research calls for more support
Research shows better social supports are needed to lift up to 1 million Australians out of severe poverty.
Report reveals professional abuse
A new report from Australia’s Office of eSafety shows one-third of professional women have been abused online.
Sims speaks on competition shift
ACCC boss Rod Sims says weak market regulations could push people toward populist solutions.
Hackers punish Putin
Some of the response to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine has not come from governments ...
Mine boss backs independence
Billionaire mining magnate Andrew Forrest says global conflict shows Australia must push to become “energy independent”.
Funding imbalance outlined
Analysts say private school funding has increased at five times the rate of public schools.
Probuild issue pauses big works
Major builder Probuild has entered into voluntary liquidation, leaving billions of dollars in projects in limbo.