Archived News for Executives and Senior Management
New firm seeks giant fibre
A new company has announced plans to build a $1.5 billion, 20,000km fibre-optic “backbone” for Australia.
State creating turbine noise laws
The Victorian Government may soon require wind farms to apply for permits to produce turbine noise.
ACCC watching software deal
Regulators have some concerns about a proposed purchase by finance software giant MYOB.
ATO not watching wage payouts
The ATO has not been investigating companies that use JobKeeper money to pay executive bonuses.
Climate science risks misinterpretation
Experts say climate research is at risk of being misrepresented in business and financial markets.
ACT told to tighten disclosures
The ACT public service could be increasing the risk of corruption by failing to manage conflicts of interest.
Big IR bill brings little good
Experts say there are only a few good parts in the Federal Government’s new IR bill.
Crown slammed in ILGA review
Crown Resorts may not open its new Sydney casino, after an inquiry uncovered extensive greasy behaviour.
Dutton steers crime funds
Home Affairs Minister Peter Dutton has pushed grant funding to projects he personally chose, against the advice of his department.
QLD calls for insurance fund
Queensland councils want the Commonwealth to set up a national reinsurance pool.
Bank climate probe looms
The Federal Government may reboot an inquiry into the climate policies of Australian banks.
Ex-GM faces gold theft allegations
A former general manager of a gold mill is facing serious charges over an alleged million-dollar theft in WA.
Food rider protections suggested
New guidelines have been launched to protect food delivery riders in NSW.
Locals keen for gene edits
Australians have reported a high level of optimism about the new field of synthetic biology.
New Acland stoush continues
A fresh Land Court hearing into the planned expansion of the New Acland coal mine has been ordered.
OHS issues in big home shift
The work-from-home revolution comes with some safety unknowns, according to one expert.
AER boosted by new fines
Regulators have announced stronger penalties for energy businesses that breach consumer protections.
Farm emissions may be ignored
Deputy Prime Minister Michael McCormack has suggested excluding agriculture from long-term climate targets.