Archived News for Executives and Senior Management

With tele-working and remote offices fast becoming the standard for many employees, experts say bosses need to be aware of their safety responsibilities even when the office is no-where near.

Expo charade shot down

There are claims this week that a company in WA is selling tickets and bookings for a convention that does not exist; ripping-off miners and engineers with the swindling scheme.

Microsoft picks up Nokia for near $8 billion

Microsoft has announced it is buying mobile phone manufacturer Nokia, complete with all its devices and services.

Corruption probe exposes mining boys' club

A broad range of findings have been levelled against former New South Wales Resources Minister Ian Macdonald, accusing him of thwarting proper process to do favours for his friends in the mining industry.

Defence CTO jumps to Immigration ship

The former Chief Technology Officer for the Department of Defence has left his post, moving to a role as Chief Information Officer of the Department of Immigration and Citizenship.

Microsoft and Google seek freedom to speak

Two giants of global IT are looking to sue the US Government over its denial to let them tell the public what they are forced to do.

Outlooks improved by a glass or two

A moderate daily intake of wine can have several proven health benefits, a list which now includes a lower risk of developing depression.

Twitter's free speech defender flies before IPO

The top lawyer and advocate for free speech at Twitter has left the company; the surprise move comes as Twitter prepares for its long-awaited initial public offering.

Executives polled on NBN for business

A recent poll has shown many senior executives do not see the benefits of optical internet infrastructure.

Telstra China CEO quietly quits

The chief executive of Telstra’s Chinese operations has quit after less than two years at the post, citing personal reasons.

Pessimism and arrogance rule men's business

A new study from Massachusetts’ National Bureau of Economic Research (NBER) has confirmed something many already knew - women are more inclined to work co-operatively than men.

Psychopaths' successful stab at business

One of Australia’s top business schools has plotted the characteristic similarities between entrepreneurs and psychopaths.

Going outside the box beneficial for Qube

The boss of a major Australian transport and logistics firm has used the year’s big net profit to highlight the innovation he believes is required to succeed.

Mining Councils merge to weather workers' tough times

The national lobby for the coal industry is being disbanded, with remaining members integrating into the Minerals Council of Australia.

In Ballmer's view; Vista was worst

Microsoft CEO Steve Ballmer has announced he will leave the company some time in the next twelve months, the man who oversaw many recent launches says his greatest regret was Windows Vista.

Queensland health cuts from the top down

A handful of top-tier public servants have been sacked in what is likely only the first round of heads to roll over the Queensland Health payroll fiasco.

Study aims to help small-time miners make the cut

New research being undertaken by the Queensland University of Technology seeks to help small mining and exploration companies, but may have slightly missed the mark.

Board moves amid mild media woes

There are rumours that Fairfax Media may be eyeing an executive change-up, with reports major shareholder Gina Rinehart may be looking to attempt a board spill.

Help sought to start Vegas in Australia

The man behind the massive multi-billion dollar resort/casino complex plan for north Queensland says he would be open to working with partners based in Australia.