Archived News for Executives and Senior Management - November, 2024
The Future Fund's makeover has sparked applause, criticism, and warnings of “political meddling”.
New laws to keep cash
The Federal Government says Australians’ right to pay with cash for essentials will be legally protected.
Social media ban pushed
Australia has sparked intense debate with its plan to ban children under 16 from social media.
ACCC aims at NDIS ads
The ACCC is cracking down on dodgy ads targeting vulnerable NDIS participants.
Green credit standards backed
At the COP29 climate summit, nations have endorsed higher standards for international carbon credits.
Trust claims stay stable
A new report says 58 per cent of Australians express trust in public services.
WA startup boost sought
Economists say Western Australia’s startup sector risks falling behind without targeted investment and reforms.
Schools slam "chaotic" cap plan
Australia’s universities are in limbo, caught between policy confusion and political grandstanding.
Cbus sued for payout delays
ASIC is suing Cbus for delays that left grieving families waiting for payouts.
Harassment stats show gaps
Australian employers are falling short in tackling workplace sexual harassment.
Issues raised on recycler deal
ACCC has flagged competition concerns over recycler Cleanaway’s bid to buy Citywide Waste.
Election caps outlined
Labor has proposed major electoral reforms to curb large political donations.
Experts reject green hub
A colossal wind and solar energy hub planned for the Nullarbor Plain has triggered backlash from scientists.
Genomic body forming
The Federal Government says the new Genomics Australia will integrate genomic research into healthcare.
Global diabetes review shows gaps
New stats show close to a billion people have diabetes, but most cannot get proper treatment.
ID rebrand rolled out
The Federal Government has rebranded its myGovID digital identification app to myID.
Key emissions hit new height
Fossil fuel emissions have reached record levels despite overall CO₂ output stabilising.