Archived News for Human Resource Professionals
A new program being piloted in Adelaide shows just how far cancer treatment has come, with more attention being given to helping survivors get back to their old lives.
Car-makers blame fleet drops on FBT plans
A major car-maker has blamed proposed changes to the Fringe Benefits Tax for a drop in orders over the last fortnight.
Eco boot-camps' broad benefits
Large companies taking part in environmental boot-camps have reported a link between ecological consciousness and work productivity.
Fines warn dodgy employers
New South Wales Fair Work officials hope a recent ruling will dissuade companies hiring workers on sham contracts.
Fund agency takes HR online
An Australian government fund-management agency has announced a much-needed overhaul of its HR system, moving from paper forms and manual filing to digital technologies.
Time to talk before bullying blow-out proposed
A proposition has been floated that would see a cooling-off period introduced for the reporting of workplace bullying.
Transport Union backs foreign worker's pay rights
The Transport Workers Union (TWU) has launched a new campaign for ‘Aussie Work, Aussie Rights’, aiming to end the exploitation of foreign workers in Australia.
Paramedics prepared for pay talks
Victorian paramedics are aiming for voluntary conciliation talks with the Fair Work Commission in the effort to end a long-running stoush over work conditions.
School ruling engenders new rights
California is the first US state to enshrine in law the rights of transgender students.
Data portal for business, urban planning
A new study from the University of Melbourne aims to make one of the world’s most liveable cities even more liveable.
Expert word on managing the future
A top-level business consultant and author says that management skills need to be updated in order to compete on the changing global stage.
Gaming rules could unlock new work achievements
An organisation which tries to make workplaces better for employees says bosses should think about turning work into a game.
Medical pay-out from bad balloon business
A marketing stunt has turned into an HR nightmare with over twenty people injured at the launch of a mobile phone.
Rapid bus transit could treat traffic trauma for commuters
New research into efficient and sustainable models for public transport has been undertaken by scientists at the University of Sydney, hopefully leading to a world without traffic jams.
Liability debated in love lamp injury
The debate over liability in a New South Wales worker’s compensation battle continues this week, with ComCare saying it should not have to pay the bill for an employee who was injured during sex on a work trip.
Study probes workplace happiness, mental health
Positive mental health in the workplace and suicide prevention is at the heart of a new study being conducted by the University of Melbourne.
Privatisation protests see nurses on the street
Nurses in their hundreds have taken to State Parliament in Brisbane to voice their discontent with cuts to Queensland Health staff.
Bank appeal shut down, more damages to former exec.
The Commonwealth Bank has had an appeal dismissed in the Federal Court and must now pay even more damages to a former executive.
Same-sex marriage poised for election push
Campaigners are committed to making same-sex marriage a key issue in the upcoming federal election, launching a social media and direct mail push to pass sexual equality laws.
Chiefs chat on how to tackle technology
A meeting of prominent Australian CEOs recently discussed the constantly-evolving face of digital technology in the workplace.
Future leaders could stumble on digital footprint
A former state president of the Young Liberal Movement has described his view of the future political landscape in Australia, and what impact social media will have on the leaders of tomorrow.