Archived News for Human Resource Professionals

Industry superannuation funds are fighting against changes that threaten union control.

Top chiropractor resigns in hospital access scandal

The Chiropractors Association of Australia has been rocked by the resignation of one of its top people, after claims of unauthorised hospital visits to treat a baby.

Anti-swearing may not make sense

There is a lot of sensitivity around swearing and other language conventions in modern culture, but some academics wonder if it is really warranted.

Senator sees nothing to fear in China FTA

The Assistant Education Minister, Senator Simon Birmingham, has taken to the radiowaves to warn people not to pay attention to Australian union claims over the threat of new free-trade deals.

Greater Shepparton back to business after gay vote

Victoria’s Greater Shepparton Council has voted to support marriage equality, after Mayor Dennis Patterson stepped in to reverse a council decision from just three months ago.

High-flying fraud comes crashing down

A senior Airservices Australia manager has been charged for using fake aviation companies and false documents to defraud the tax office of over $320,000.

Refugee files spread for political purposes

Media reports suggest that the personal medical records of asylum seekers have been handed over to Australia’s immigration department for “political purposes”.

Big help could be hidden in data

One expert says there is a goldmine of data at many major that could be used to enhance a range of outcomes.

Executive heads roll in Toshiba's profit scandal

The president and former president of tech firm Toshiba have resigned over a $US1.2 billion accounting scandal.

Shorten drops new renewable deal

Opposition Leader Bill Shorten is pushing for half of Australia's large-scale energy production to come from renewable sources within 15 years.

Drug tests spread to non-mining sectors

Sales reps in company vehicles will be targeted in the next wave of workplace drug testing, authorities say.

Fancy feast soured by salmonella

More than thirty people have been struck down by a salmonella outbreak after High Tea at Melbourne’s prestigious Langham Hotel.

WA Uber cop won't save taxis

The WA Government could appoint a new taxi industry regulator to oversee services including Uber, but has warned that plated taxi drivers may struggle to fight innovation.

Baird makes GST pitch to help health

News South Wales Premier Mike Baird has made his pitch in the much-awaited yet much-avoided GST conversation, arguing the rate should be increased to 15 per cent to pay for better healthcare.

Big firms battle Brandis over security switch

Federal Attorney-General George Brandis has rubbished concerns raised by telecommunications companies about new national security proposals.

CFMEU boss back on the job amid investigation

Brian Parker is back in his role as the NSW CFMEU boss, after stepping aside to face the royal commission into union corruption.

Fair Work takes action on claims of Victorian thuggery

The Fair Work Building and Construction watchdog has launched a new case against two members of the Construction, Forestry, Mining and Energy Union Victorian branch, after allegations of thuggish behaviour.

Greens' drug push urges new view

The Greens are pushing for Australian authorities to take on a Portuguese program that approaches drug addiction as a health issue, not a criminal one.