Archived News for Executives and Senior Management - April, 2019
Ticket reselling site Viagogo has been found to have broken several consumer laws.
Greens want stronger ABC
The Greens have pledged to restore every dollar that has been cut from the ABC since 2013.
News chief warns of tech regulation
The CEO of News Corp says tech giants Google and Facebook face a “reckoning” in the form of more regulation.
Aged care rip-offs alleged
Aged care provider Bupa has been taken to court by the ACCC over alleged false and misleading claims.
Fish death causes suggested
A new report has found that climate change and water access agreements led to mass fish deaths in the lower Darling.
Microsoft helps Reef research
Microsoft has backed local efforts to monitor the Great Barrier Reef using drones and AI.
Most don't want Bight drilling
A majority of Australians are opposed to drilling for oil in the Great Australian Bight, with SA residents most concerned.
Science group effects tallied
The Australian Academy of Science has measured the benefits of membership of major global science organisations.
CDP safety investigated
An investigation into a remote work for the dole provider will look at claims of repeated safety breaches.
FBI deal to boost local links
The ACCC has signed a deal with the FBI to strengthen efforts to combat cartels and anti-competitive action.
iSelect faces deceptive claim
iSelect is being taken to court for alleged misleading or deceptive conduct over its energy plan comparison service.
New fines for farm protests
Animal rights activists who invade Queensland farms and abattoirs will soon face new fines.
Redress reform demanded
Advocates for survivors of child sexual abuse want the national redress scheme overhauled.
Rio factors cyclone damage
Rio Tinto has counted the cost of damage at its Pilbara iron ore port by tropical cyclones.
Adani approval questioned
The approval of Adani’s water plan “reeks of political interference”, according to Queensland Environment Minister Leeanne Enoch.
LNP plugs NBN stats
After over a decade and $51 billion, the federal government says the NBN will be completed by next year.
SA cuts discount deal
Thousands of South Australians could save hundreds on their annual power bills thanks to a new discount deal.
Virtual plant trial funded
The Australian Energy Market Operator (AEMO) will soon run a Virtual Power Plant (VPP) trial.