Archived News for Executives and Senior Management
The nation’s business conditions have remained largely unchanged, with mediocre confidence continuing to plague the business community according to NAB’s monthly business survey.
Campbell to step down from Transpacific
Waste management firm Transpacific’s CEO, Kevin Campbell, has announced his intention to step down from the position.
Nominations open to name country's top businesswomen
Nominations for the Telstra’s 19th annual Business Women’s Awards, giving the nation’s top businesswomen the chance to share in the same accolades as Carolyn Creswell, Janine Allis and Margot Spalding.
Confidence won't mean salary boosts finds Hays
Despite 40 per cent of businesses expressing confidence in the economy over the next year, and 68 per cent predicting increased business activity, employees shouldn’t expect to see a little extra something in their pay packets according to international recruitment specialists Hays.
Fair Work decision sees modest increase
The Fair Work Commission has handed down its National Minimum Wage decision, which will see a 2.6 per cent increase to the nation’s minimum wage.
New financial chief for Rio's diamonds business
Mining giant Rio Tinto has announced the appointment of Paul Dean as the Chief Financial Officer for Rio Tinto Diamonds.
Clark's term extended at CSIRO
The CSIRO has announced its Chief Executive, Dr Megan Clark, has agreed to extend her term with the organisation until the end of 2014.
Government announces Australia Post appointments
The Federal Government has announced a series of major appointments to the board of Australia Post.
Inflation under control finds report
An independent report into the costs of living has found that inflation has been largely kept under control, rising by an estimated 0.2 per cent in May, following a 0.3 per cent increase in April.
Gray named new chief of the Aus
Veteran publisher Nicholas Gray has been named the new chief executive of News Limited’s flagship newspaper, The Australian.
Consumer sentiments fall again
Consumer sentiment has taken a battering in May, with the lowest reading of the Westpac Melbourne Institute Index of Consumer Sentiment falling by 7 per cent over the last month.
A champion team is the way to go finds Hays
Australia has cultivated an isolated sense of corporate success, with those trying to climb the greasy pole often forgetting that working well in a team is the quickest way to identify you as an asset to your employer, according to the latest Hays Journal.
Changes on the cards for Infrastructure NSW
The New South Wales Government has outlined a ‘new era’ for Infrastructure NSW as the agency now adopts an official advisory capacity for the delivery of key infrastructure projects.
Crompton named new Virgin's new COO
Virgin Australia has named Judith Crompton as the company’s first Chief Commercial Officer.
ABS releases business details
The number of actively trading businesses in Australia increased by 0.4 per cent between the 2010–11 and 2011–12 financial years, according to figures released by the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) today.
BSI on the mend in April
The Commonwealth Bank’s Business Sales Index (BSI) has continued its rally, posting a 0.5 per cent increase in trend terms in April, representing a 4.9 per cent growth in annualised figures.
Chair appointed for Tasmanian Network Transition Board
The Tasmanian Government has announced the appointment of Dr Dan Norton as the inaugural Chair of the new electricity company to be established following the merger of Transcend Networks and Aurora Energy.
Clouds risky business warns Adelaide
Adelaide University has warned the nation’s business leaders to be aware of the risks associated with cloud computing, not just its many advantages.
Succession planning important for all levels finds Hays
Implementing a sound succession plan is important for all levels of management and types of businesses, not just the ‘big end of town’ according to a new report released by international recruitment specialists Hays.
Corfield named new Aussie chief
Home loan service Aussie has announced the appointment of Ian Corfield as the company’s new Chief Executive Officer.