Archived News for Human Resource Professionals
There is new evidence that expert advice was ignored or dismissed in the Adani Carmichael mine approval process.
CCC probe checks Trad's call
A corruption probe that has already cost Queensland MP Jackie Trad the deputy premiership is getting underway.
Emails pull PM into sports rorts
The Australian National Audit Office (ANAO) has provided new details in the ongoing ‘sports rorts’ saga.
Safe Work gets specific
The Federal Government wants Safe Work Australia to provide industry-specific advice on how businesses can reopen safely.
WA mines playing major role
Experts say WA’s decision to keep mines open is helping prop up Australia’s economy.
BP hit hard
BP says it is keeping its commitment to net zero emissions, despite rising costs pressures and reduced profits.
Former MP gets spy tech role
Former Labor MP Mike Kelly has found a new job with a global giant in spy technology, just days after retiring from Parliament.
New site for powerful comparison
Australian consumers should be able to find better energy deals with a new, official comparison website.
CBA closing branches
Commonwealth Bank has closed over 100 branches and is attempting to redeploy around 500 staff.
FIRB backs telco merger
The Foreign Investment Review Board (FIRB) has approved the $15 billion merger between TPG Telecom and Vodafone.
ICAC looking at uni VC
ICAC is investigating allegations of improper conduct by the University of Adelaide’s vice-chancellor.
Amnesty for new councillors
Queensland authorities have announced a three-month amnesty for first-time mayors and councillors on minor misconduct complaints.
App laws laid out
The Federal Government is threatening prison time for those who misuse personal data from the COVIDSafe app.
Corruption claim for Quaedvlieg
A federal integrity commission investigation has found a former Border Force boss acted corruptly.
Councils want casual money
Victoria has announced a job scheme for casual staff, but it does not include council workers.
Suspension over station shots
Several Victoria Police officers have been suspended over an unauthorised disclosure.
Nearly half live in hotspots
A new study warns that up to three billion people live in areas that will be too hot for humans within 50 years.
Apprentice pipeline impacted
Hundreds of apprentices have been stood down in recent weeks, and the number of advertised positions has dwindled.
Fast track for $2.2b development
The approval fast-track in NSW appears to be working, with a $2.2 billion redevelopment signed off ...
ABC declines for decades
The ABC has lost over $350 million a year in funding since 1985, a new report shows.
Alarm over cyber gaps
Federal MPs have issued a strong warning over Australia's cybersecurity issues.