Archived News for Executives and Senior Management - April, 2017
AFP data breach revealed
The Australian Federal Police has admitted accessing a journalists’ phone records without a warrant.
Australia shoots for Japanese hydro
Japan is pushing to become the world’s first hydrogen-fuelled nation, and Australian companies are eager to help.
Community renewables gaining capital
Investors are snapping up opportunities in the community-funded renewable energy sector.
Government to force gas onshore
The Federal Government will impose export restrictions to secure domestic gas supplies.
Building billions set for return
The Turnbull Government could unveil up to $50 billion worth of infrastructure spending in May's budget.
Clean power requires batteries and backing
The CSIRO says an active transition to a zero-carbon electricity system will need financial incentives.
Council candidate cap proposed
The Gold Coast Mayor says local government election campaigns should be self-funded or capped.
Reviews doubt plans to move
The Federal Government’s attempts to push the public service into regional cities will not work, the Grattan Institute says.
Footy firms to fight gambling change
Australia’s big sporting codes are scrambling to kill plans to restrict gambling advertising.
ACCC to probe gas contracts
The ACCC is investigating confidential gas contracts and the documents behind them.
ATO chasing Chevron's missing money
The ATO is chasing what could be Australia’s largest ever tax bill, from oil and gas giant Chevron.
Block option for GST non-compliance
The ATO may block websites that do not comply with the proposed GST Low Value Goods legislation.
Mine boss backs cashless card
Mining magnate Andrew ‘Twiggy’ Forrest has launched a nationwide ad campaign to support the cashless welfare card.
More charges in emissions scam
Volkswagen has been ordered to pay a $US2.8 billion criminal penalty for cheating emissions tests.
ABA review calls for small changes
A review has recommended Australian banks stop rewarding staff based on sales performance alone.
Big schools raise visa worries
The education sector has been hit by the visa reforms announced this week.
Funding study finds huge effect
A new study shows investing in adolescent health and education brings significant economic benefit.