Archived News for Human Resource Professionals

The Federal Government has been accused of storming ahead on plans to impose strict restrictions on Indigenous welfare recipients, by way of a cashless welfare card.

'No nepotism here', Premier says

Queensland’s LNP Opposition says the State Government has given extraordinary powers to a union that was key to its election victory.

Council corruption claims laid out

The Member for Cairns, Rob Pyne, is taking action on claims of wrongdoing at a number of far north Queensland councils, particularly Tablelands Regional Council.

Deakin hits back at conservative nattering

Deakin University has responded to vocal criticism of its decision to allow a Muslim group to hold workshops at its Melbourne campus.

Good workers missed in quest for brainy ones

Intelligence tests have become a common tool for employers and recruiters, but research suggests they may be missing the point.

Union wants more ChaFTA tape

Labor is trying to adjust Australia’s free trade agreement with China, but the big unions say they have not gone far enough.

FIFO report launches push for better deal

The Queensland Government has completed its review of fly-in-fly-out work and its effect on communities.

Legal action looming over local car scam

Volkswagen has recalled around 90,000 Australian vehicles, amid a scandal over its use of dodgy software to cheat emissions tests.

Push for tailored older worker approach

Safety authorities say employers have a shared responsibility to ensure the health and safety of all workers, including those aged 65-plus.

Data retention starting with few costs sorted

The Data Retention Act comes into effect tomorrow, but many say there are still big security issues and costs have not been addressed.

More firms work to avoid hack attacks

The Australian Signals Directorate says cyber attacks on business and government increased by 20 per cent last year, and it appears firms are moving quickly to protect themselves.

Telco complaints shift to new services

The Telecommunications Industry Ombudsman (TIO) says it has seen a sharp increase in complaints about the National Broadband Network (NBN).

Arrogance can beget good scores

It appears that people who think they know it all - or at least, a lot - may be on to something.

Telling study plots memorable effects

Research suggests the best way to remember something is to tell it to someone else.

Consumers want savings in QLD power boom

Queensland’s state-owned energy companies are making some serious money, and consumer advocates want to know why it has led to lower bills.

PM's own people look down on pay deal

Battle lines are being drawn ahead of pay negotiations within the Prime Minister’s department.

QLD councils to rally for real change

Queensland councils are taking bold steps this weekend to stop domestic violence.

ISDS threat still looms in secret TPP pages

Trade ministers are gushing about the Trans-Pacific Partnership agreement, but anyone who wants to know the details will have to take their word for it.