Archived News for Executives and Senior Management - September, 2021
Tech experts say Australia is heading for a patchwork vaccine passport system that may not meet international standards.
Union wants super deal stopped
The ACTU wants the Treasurer to block the takeover of Commonwealth Bank’s superannuation fund.
AEMO preps 5-minute change
AEMO says the National Electricity Market (NEM) is ready to introduce Five-Minute Settlement (5MS).
ARENA remit expanded
ARENA can now fund carbon capture and storage projects, and more uses of gas power.
Firms urge plain language
Drug companies have come together to urge plain language in medical journals.
Microsoft studies home shift
Researchers from tech giant Microsoft are studying how working from home can change the workplace.
Uber arrangements uncovered
Uber Australia is disputing an $81.5 million tax bill, while sending much of its money to the Netherlands.
Zinc batteries backed in NSW
A Sydney company is planning to start production of next-generation fire-resistant zinc-bromide batteries.
Disturbing 'warrants' sail through
Australia’s newest mass surveillance laws deal a damaging blow to digital rights.
Major uni repaying casuals
The University of Melbourne is repaying around $9.5 million owed to casual academics.
Mars robot grabs first core
NASA’s Perseverance Rover has picked up some truly groundbreaking rocks.
Court hears jail claim for ex-MPs
A court has been urged to impose jail time on two former NSW Labor MPs.
F-35 issues continue
More questions have been asked about the future of the F-35 fighter jet program.
Tehan backs vax waiver
Australia will support the waiving of intellectual property (IP) protections for COVID-19 vaccines.
Union calls for wage change
Australia Post staff have scored a 3 per cent pay rise for the next three years.
Court actions don't delay Beetaloo drilling
The Federal Government is paying taxpayer money to oil and gas companies to open up the NT’s Beetaloo Basin, despite legal issues.
Journals rally for climate call
More than 200 scientific journals have put out a simultaneous call for climate action.