Archived News for Executives and Senior Management - January, 2014
While many complain about the specifics of high school curricula and broad educational ideas, it is worth remembering that for a huge portion of the planet the most basic schooling is out of reach.
New role takes bug fight to the farm gate
The industry body representing Australia’s vegetable growers has taken steps to protect its crop
Old favourite picked most likely for Future Fund spot
Reports today suggest former treasurer Peter Costello is likely to take over as chair of the Future Fund, with insiders saying it has been at the request of the outgoing David Gonski.
Stress brings potent cellular game-changer
A new technique is being developed that would allow human cells to be turned back into stem cells, and grown into virtually any body part.
Young brains bear fruit beyond their years
Some astounding inventions have shown the high level of creativity in the minds of Australian high-schoolers.
Green digs set the bar as WALGA moves in
The WA Local Government Association has moved into the “greenest of green” new place of business, saying it hopes to set the standard for others to follow.
Minister says trusting charities is cheaper
The Federal Government is toying with the idea of removing regulation for charities and not-for-profits, hoping to hold them accountable through guilt instead of law.
Tax Office wants elite team for industry advice
The Australian Taxation Office will look to cherry-pick new executives from top companies, hoping to bring in the best of the best for handy tax advice.
Doors open on new site to see how we pick and choose
The University of South Australia has decided to open the doors on a new research institute dedicated to the many choices we have to make.
Minister sees short clock on wages timebomb
A Federal Minister has warned bad things will happen if wage negotiations are not controlled, calling on unions and employers to take it easy.
Public service honour for head of rolling river changes
One of the key figures behind implementation of water policy in the Murray-Darling Basin has been awarded for her efforts.
Water printer to turn the page on office waste
Every day tonnes of paper is printed on, handed to someone, virtually ignored and then thrown away, but a new development could see the end of single-use paper wastage.
Google offers prize for finding its faults
A huge bounty has been offered for one of the most prominent hacks imaginable, with Google putting up a $US2.7 million prize for someone to break into its software.
Illegal industrial deals revealed
Reports by multiple Australian media outlets have shown a high level of corruption in construction, with several unions accused of handing lucrative contracts to criminals.
Small power firms want price control in ACT
Some of the smaller players in the ACT electricity market want prices adjusted to improve competition.
Special day for local techno. heroes
Two champions of a renewable energy future have been honoured this Australia Day.
Entry level changes cop poor report
The New South Wales State Government has lowered the bar for teachers, but a prominent figure in the academic community has asked how it will help improve quality.
Revoke provokes scorn, calls for reimbursal
To mining companies are looking for half a billion dollars in compensation, after the New South Wales government tore up their licences.
Failed raid triggers ATO power check
A botched raid based on a hunch has prompted the Australian Tax Office to rethink its policies.
Insiders say TPP new age on the way
Several nations have agreed that the Trans-Pacific Partnership Agreement “is going to be completed and it is going to set the economic architecture for the region,” according to acting deputy US Trade Representative, Wendy Cutler.
Square one success leaves China chasing more trade
China will soon have over a dozen free trade zones, following the success and popularity of one in Shaghai.