Archived News for Executives and Senior Management - October, 2021
The UN says fossil fuel production is set to ramp up alongside new emission pledges.
Billions issued in closed grants
A review has found $25 billion in Coalition grants have been made through closed processes with no competitors.
Report calls for crypto regime
A senate inquiry says reforms should be made to encourage digital and crypto-asset businesses in Australia.
Labour hiring erodes service
A parliamentary committee has found that overreliance on outsourcing is reducing the quality of public services.
Juukan probe calls for protection
An inquiry into the destruction of the Juukan Gorge rock shelters has called for new laws to protect sacred sites.
NSW funds DV refuges
The NSW Government says it is spending almost $500 million on 75 new domestic violence refuges.
Sims outlines merger issues
The head of the ACCC says competition in Australia faces big challenges.
Study backs flexible shift
A new study suggests flexible workers feel better rested, more engaged, and have a higher sense of wellbeing...
Algorithm aimed at money cheats
A Queensland researcher has come up with an algorithm to hunt down money launderers.
Energy spending forecast
US and Chinese researchers say climate change may lead to a reduction in how much the world spends on energy.
Global gas woes could hit Australia
Experts say international gas price rises will be felt in Australia.
IVF deal delayed
Regulators want to block one of Australia’s major IVFs clinics from buying another.
LNP circling green position
The Federal Government continues wafting in the vague direction of an emissions pledge.
Solar share hits new height
Solar power met more than half of Australia’s grid demand for the first time over the weekend.
Warning over cyber creep
Australians have been warned about complacency over rapid growth in digital surveillance.
JobKeeper stats show profit
The Treasury says almost $14 billion in JobKeeper funds were paid to businesses with rising profits in the first six months.
CBA accused of underpayment
Australia’s biggest bank has been accused of breaching wage deals in an alleged $16.4 million underpayment.