Archived News for Human Resource Professionals
The chief of the National Archives of Australia says public servants should keep records of WhatsApp conversations with ministers.
Hot pants dance over ADF issues
Military personnel are told the “lethal violence” is their “core business”, while scantily clad dancers launch a new ship.
Report sought AusPost sales
Former Australia Post CEO Christine Holgate has revealed what may have been the real reason she was “humiliated” out of her job.
Self-determination needed
Indigenous groups say self-determination is key to addressing Aboriginal deaths in custody.
Food apps face Senate
An enquiry has heard Sydney Uber Eats drivers earn less than minimum casual wage during peak times.
Gag order silence slammed
Workplace sexual harassment claims have increased across the country over the past two years.
Wage boost benefits big firms
Reports have revealed how much one of Australia’s richest people made from the Jobkeeper scheme.
Alibaba fined $3.7b
The Chinese government has fined Alibaba AU$3.7 billion for anti-competitive tactics.
Gas heads join climate board
The Federal Government is bringing in big business lobbyists and gas industry figures to overhaul its Climate Change Authority (CCA).
Power debt grows
About 150,000 Australians are currently in debt to their gas and electricity provider.
Taylor accused of gas pressure
Reports say the Federal Government has pressured experts who question its gas-fired recovery plan.
Home-learning results reviewed
Research suggests kids may have taken a significant hit to their learning progress during lockdowns.
Big fund for planning switch
Millions are being spent to help NSW councils switch to digital planning application processing.
Faith in public interest failing
New research suggests many Australians do not think government institutions are serving the public interest.
Pallas makes credit call
Victoria’s treasurer has called on the Federal Government to help drive down credit card interest rates.
Parent leave expanded in NSW
After more than a decade of campaigning, NSW public servants are set to receive universal parental leave.
Post chair denies Holgate claims
Australia Post's chair has rejected the former CEO’s claim that she was “unlawfully” stood down.
Sex discrimination laws expanding
Amendments to the Sex Discrimination Act will see politicians included for the first time.