Archived News for Executives and Senior Management - August, 2022
Wheat imbalance expected
Experts say Australia’s wheat industry may boom as the global environment suffers.
Key SA support boosted
The SA Government has announced a $2 million funding boost for a support service combatting workplace sexual harassment.
Morrison ministries "undermined" government
A review has found former PM Scott Morrison “fundamentally undermined” the principles of responsible government by secretly appointing himself ministries.
Rise seen in wage stats
New stats suggest wage growth in enterprise agreements is up to 3.2 per cent.
Risky mine plan ditched
South32 appears to be scrapping its controversial Dendrobium coal mine extension plans in NSW.
ACCC eyes social media
The competition regulator says it will examine a range of social media concerns.
Barilaro report released
Former NSW public services commissioner Graeme Head has made 13 recommendations in his report into former deputy premier John Barilaro’s questionable job appointment.
BHP slams QLD hike
BHP has blamed Queensland’s royalty scheme for its decision to pause new coal investments in the state.
Lambie slams ADFA mentality
Senator Jacqui Lambie says the governor-general’s compliance with Scott Morrison’s ministerial power grab is an insight into ADF culture.
Price rise release questioned
Queensland's Energy Minister has questioned whether Scott Morrison was involved in delaying release of new energy prices.
Safeguard talks launched
The Australian government is consulting industry and broader stakeholders on its emissions reduction rules.
Silence over Chinese port deal
Defence is keeping its national security review of a Chinese-owned company's lease of Darwin Port secret.
Treasury releases skills outline
The federal treasury has released an issues paper ahead of the government’s two-day jobs and skills summit.
AMP payouts lag
AMP has been slammed over “vanishingly small” compensation payouts for unlawful life insurance conduct.
EV incentives considered
The Albanese government is considering imposing carbon emissions rules on new car sales to boost electric vehicle take-up.
Charity tour gets rolling
The Albanese Government has launched town hall consultations with the charity sector.
WA pays for innovation demo
The WA government has signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to promote its innovation capability.