Archived News for Human Resource Professionals
Woodside has withdrawn from Myanmar almost a year after the nation’s military coup.
PS honoured on Jan 26
Sixty-four public servants were among 1,040 Australians recognised in Australia Day honours this year.
Sims reflects on tenure
Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) chair Rod Sims will soon leave his position.
Teacher return questioned
The Australian Primary Principals Association (APPA) warns bringing back retired teachers may not be enough ...
Compo swindle fails
A Victorian man’s “greed” has led to a fine for attempting to game the compensation system.
Qantas seeks to scrap deal
Qantas has been accused of using the COVID-19 pandemic to kill workplace agreements with international flight attendants.
Report shows power digs
New research shows new investment in the resource sector is overwhelmingly focused on electrification minerals.
Rio moving on Mongolian mine
A $10 billion Rio Tinto-linked project in Mongolia appears to be back on track.
Medicare systems bring risks
Australia’s outdated Medicare billing technology could open the door to dangerous and expensive mistakes, a new report says.
MS buys embattled gamer
Microsoft is buying Activision in the video gaming industry's biggest deal yet.
Pezzullo warns of private spying
Tech firms are a bigger surveillance threat than government spies, a government figure has warned.
PM waives visa fees
Prime Minister Scott Morrison says visa charges will be waived for international students and working holiday makers.
Scheme to boost STEM women
The federal government is funding a 7-year, $41.2 million project to elevate women’s leadership in STEM.
Australia avoids oversight
Australia has failed to sign off on a four year old commitment for better oversight of detention centres.
Bendigo fights gambling harm
A Victorian council is looking to limit the damage caused by pokies machines.
Councils call for body cams
Queensland councils want body-worn cameras made legal for regulatory officers.
Porter to pay Dyer's costs
Former attorney-general Christian Porter and his defamation lawyer have been ordered to pay over $430,000 in legal costs.