Archived News for Executives and Senior Management - July, 2024
Australia, alongside around 80 other nations, has reached agreement on rules governing global digital commerce.
Digital advances detailed
The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) is set to release a report on global developments and emerging competition and consumer issues online.
CBA slapped for underpayment
The Commonwealth Bank of Australia (CBA) has been fined $36,000 following revelations of significant underpayments to its staff.
Albanese announces reshuffle
The Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has announced his first major ministerial reorganisation since taking office in 2022.
ARENA backs AEMO work
The Australian Renewable Energy Agency is investing in the Australian Energy Market Operator's Engineering Roadmap.
Offshore permits opened
The Australian government has finalised a series of new offshore exploration permits aimed at bolstering gas supply.
Sluggish sub scheme forecast
Australia’s submarine boss says the AUKUS project will be slow and expensive.
ANU reports pay issues
The Australian National University says it has taken swift action to address $2 million in missed payments to casual staff.
Broad set fall for crypto-scams
People from all socioeconomic backgrounds are susceptible to cryptocurrency investment scams ...
Full environment fix calculated
Saving Australia's environment, including its threatened wildlife and degraded landscapes, would cost about 0.3 per cent of the nation's GDP, according to a new report.
Merger bill coming
The Albanese Government has unveiled draft legislation aimed at reforming Australia's merger rules.
RBA shifts settlement bar
The Reserve Bank has announced changes to the Financial Stability Standards for Securities Settlement Facilities (SSF Standards).
CrowdStrike blames bug
CrowdStrike says a bug in its quality control system led to a software update that caused widespread computer crashes.
Liverpool to fight claims
Sydney’s Liverpool City Council says it will initiate legal action against the New South Wales government following claims of widespread dysfunction.
Tech giants face eSafety fines
The eSafety Commissioner is demanding major tech companies take action against child abuse.
Big money to reduce pollution
A $91 million federal investment has been made in a bid to slash over 1 million tonnes of climate pollution annually.
CFMEU reviews pledged
An independent MP wants a new watchdog to address the “toxic elements” within the CFMEU.
Critical links backed
New funding seeks to strengthen international collaboration in critical minerals science.