Archived News for Executives and Senior Management - June, 2020
Australia’s chief scientist says the nation must do more to lift energy efficiency.
Lizards in live evolution
There is a type of small Australian lizard that sits in an interesting evolutionary middle ground.
PM hints at attack
Scott Morrison gave a vague address about cyber-security last week, and now experts have fleshed out his message.
Warning over COVID payback
New figures suggest Australia’s big money COVID-19 responses will not require serious austerity to repay.
Fee change to push regrowth
The Federal Government is preparing a tertiary fees overhaul that will see cheaper degrees in priority areas.
FWC orders wage rise
Millions of low-paid workers are expected to benefit from a Fair Work decision to boost the minimum wage.
RBA considered housing gag
Leaked documents suggest the Reserve Bank considered asking private firms not to record slumping property prices.
Study shows lack of views
A new study finds that millions of ‘quiet Australians’ may not be interested in politics at all.
Cup flights questioned
Reports say deputy PM Michael McCormack billed taxpayers for Melbourne Cup flights ...
NBN admits misleading
NBN Co has been found to have misled Canberra consumers about needing to move to the broadband network.
Stacking claims take scalps
A branch-stacking scandal has prompted the departure of three Victorian MPs, and is reaching the federal ALP too.
Jail time for QLD death
Jail terms have been handed down in the first prosecution under Queensland's new industrial manslaughter laws.
Morrison outlines IR moves
The Prime Minister is pushing IR changes as a method to get the Australian economy moving after COVID-19.
New team for high-tech subs
A new partnership aims to install specialised 3D-printers on submarines.
Safe Work lays out return path
Safe Work Australia has released new guidance to help small businesses manage their return to work.
Authority works on new trades
The AEMC says it is still working to let large customers trade their energy use more easily.
COVID could show local strength
The Federal Health Minister says Australia's COVID-19 studies could make it a leader in future medical research and clinical trials.