News for Executives and Senior Managers
Lawyers say new IR agreements should face more scrutiny.
Rail firms fined over fatality
Fines of over half a million dollars have been issued following a fatal train derailment in NSW.
Builders recoil at fairer deals
The developer’s lobby says union-friendly IR laws could see Australia miss its ambitious national housing target.
Bishop picked as UN envoy
The United Nations has announced Julie Bishop, Australia’s former foreign minister, as its special envoy on Myanmar.
MP pay dock considered
New legislation could see federal politicians face salary deductions of up to 5 per cent for severe violations of workplace rules.
Combet speaks on power shift
Greg Combet, incoming chair of the Net Zero Economy Agency, has urged a “just transition” for coal workers in the shift to renewable power.
Adani in FIFO fight
A dispute has erupted between mining giant Adani and a town that once welcomed it.
Letter urges art protection
A long list of prominent people are speaking out against major gas works.
PwC criticisms compound
A Senate report has criticised an ongoing coverup, as the PwC tax leaks scandal continues.
Bank-backed tech firm faces issues
Plutora may have to shutter its local operations, despite a $46 million investment from Macquarie Capital.
Uber admits snooping
Uber has defended its use of spyware to obtain confidential information on a former competitor in the Australian market.
CSIRO seeks local AI
CSIRO says Australia is in a perfect position to harness AI for its technological future.
Automated concern raised
The Federal Government has received warnings over its use of AI decision-making.
Google dumping Chrome data
Google has commenced a massive data purge following legal action over Chrome piracy concerns.
ANAO seeks input
The Australian National Audit Office (ANAO) wants feedback on its draft Audit program for the 2024-25 financial year.
Sub delay predicted
A US Navy review finds the delivery of nuclear-powered submarines to Australia could face a delay of up to three years.