Archived News for Executives and Senior Management - November, 2023
A Senate inquiry has given its support to the federal government's proposed changes to the Murray-Darling Basin Plan.
Hack and strikes hit DP docks
The wharfies union will still strike at DP World docks this week, despite a major cyberattack.
Labor fights IR rush
Labor has blocked a move by the Coalition to fast-track votes on critical aspects of its industrial relations overhaul.
New split for big builds
The Albanese government plans to compel states to fund at least 50 per cent of new road and rail projects.
Optus explains big fail
Last week’s high profile Optus outage happened due to a software upgrade, raising questions about its resilience.
Fuels surging past Paris
Governments worldwide are on track to produce 110 per cent more fossil fuels by 2030 than is consistent with limiting global warming to 1.5°C.
Hydrogen flights backed
Australian aerospace startup AMSL Aero is set to elevate hydrogen-powered flight with a $5.43 million ARENA grant.
Land swap for subs
South Australia and the federal government have reached a land-swap deal to facilitate the construction of AUKUS nuclear submarines.
Telcos deemed 'critical'
Strict new cybersecurity measures have been outlined for major telecommunications companies.
Woodside bets on fossils
Woodside Energy CEO Meg O’Neill says demand for oil and gas will stay high.
ADHD report shows issues
A Senate report urges national consistency in ADHD diagnosis and treatment.
Crypto hack shows gaps
Australia's CoinSpot exchange has fallen victim to a hack resulting in the theft of more than $2 million.
ASD leader speaks
Rachel Noble, the director-general of the Australian Signals Directorate (ASD), has expressed concerns about internal threats.
Court rules on detention
The High Court of Australia has declared that it is unlawful and unconstitutional to detain people in indefinite detention.
Scyne starts in scandal's wake
Government-aimed firm Scyne Advisory will begin operations next week.