Archived News for Human Resource Professionals
Sydney commuters will endure significant peak hour disruptions this week as light rail workers strike over pay and conditions.
Greenwashing gap proposed
Australian companies may be able to avoid legal scrutiny under a new greenwashing law.
Input sought on uni needs
A new funding scheme could help disadvantaged students finish their degrees.
Court hears of crypto-grift
The Australian promoter of the now-defunct cryptocurrency exchange platform BitConnect, has been found guilty of providing unlicensed financial advice.
Labor to reject union money
The Australian Labor Party's national executive is reassessing its relationship with the troubled construction division of the Construction, Forestry, Maritime, Mining and Energy Union (CFMEU).
Telstra fined over scam risk
Telstra has been fined $1.5 million by the Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) for failing to adequately protect its customers from scams and fraud.
Trust score welcomed
A major survey has found a high level of trust in Australian public institutions.
Disconnection coming soon
Australia’s new ‘right to disconnect' laws are set to commence next month.
Divergent workers missed
A new survey has found that 91 per cent of Australians think organisations could do more to support neurodivergent individuals.
Racism missed on all levels
Governments have been accused of inadequately addressing racism, with many even avoiding the term altogether.
Setka leaves CFMEU
John Setka, the face the Construction, Forestry, Maritime and Energy Union (CFMEU), has resigned amid serious allegations of misconduct involving himself and the union.
Foreign cap slammed
A leading professor has strongly criticised the Albanese government's decision to cap the number of international students.
Money pushed to Pacific
ANZ is in discussions with the Australian government to address the sustainability of its operations in the region.
Contract openness called
The federal Senate has passed a motion requiring detailed disclosures of major contracts.
Integrity Commission calls for more
Tasmania's Integrity Commission is calling for more funding to address major resourcing challenges.
Microsoft bails on AI spot
Microsoft has relinquished its board observer seat at OpenAI following antitrust scrutiny.
Referral over mining links
The CEO of the Anindiliyakwa Land Council has been referred to the National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC).