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The NSW Government has introduced structural changes aimed at reducing the public sector's reliance on consultants and controlling costs.
Serco slammed for COVID standards
The Australian Antarctic Division (AAD) has criticised Serco, the private operator of Australia’s icebreaker RSV Nuyina, for not adhering to strict COVID-19 vaccination protocols.
ACTU attacks junior grift
The Australian Council of Trade Unions (ACTU) wants to address the inequities in junior rates of pay.
ASIC encourages assistance
ASIC says that while millions of Australians face financial hardship, many do not reach out for help.
Injury time cost tallied
Australia loses the equivalent of 41,000 full-time workers each year due to workplace-related injuries and illnesses.
AAT shift moves ahead
A reformed federal appeals tribunal should soon see swifter resolution of thousands of matters.
De-platform effect checked
Researchers have assessed the effect of mass Twitter bans after January 6 riots in the US.
New funds for NDIS redesign
The Australian government has pledged to co-design changes to the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) with the disability community.
Robodebt lawyer resigns
A key government lawyer involved in the controversial Robodebt scheme has resigned.
Ticketmaster breach outlined
A data breach at Ticketmaster is the latest in a string of high-profile corporate hacks over the past year.
X case ended
The eSafety Commissioner has officially withdrawn its Federal Court action against X, formerly known as Twitter.
Data link for consumer power
New funding is set to create a data exchange for consumer energy resources.
Poll staff protection boosted
Australia’s electoral commissions are attempting to protect staff from online harm.
Bank brings in time-keeping
Westpac is requiring salaried employees earning up to $140,000 per year to complete timesheets.
BHP scraps Anglo attempt
BHP Group has concluded its five-week attempt to acquire Anglo American for nearly AU$75 billion.
Graduates report job rates
A survey suggests university graduates are experiencing high levels of full-time employment and salary increases.
PwC spends big on ChatGPT
PwC has announced a new deal to become the largest customer and first reseller of OpenAI's ChatGPT Enterprise.