Archived News for Executives and Senior Management
The Federal Government is loosening the requirements for NAIF funding.
Court backs freedom of tweets
The sacking of a public servant for her views on asylum seeker policy has been ruled unlawful.
Advisors lacking academic backing
The financial services royal commission has heard just over a third of financial advisers hold a related university degree.
ATO chief seeks image improvement
ATO chief Chris Jordan says the agency is very keen to restore public confidence.
Canterbury GM faces ICAC claims
A corruption inquiry in NSW has heard a council general manager was “blackmailed” into hiring a planning director.
Feds mulling credit plan
The Federal Government is considering allowing energy companies to buy offsets to comply with the 26 per cent emissions reduction target under the NEG.
NBN issues soar
An official report reveals complaints about the NBN soared more than 200 per cent over the last six months of last year.
WGEA urges home-time for men
The Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA) says employers should allow men more time at home.
Big fine for 'flushable' claim
Australian company Pental has been fined $700,000 for claiming its toilet and bathroom cleaning wipes are ‘flushable’.
Rail firm claims 'misleading' deal
The NSW Government is being sued by the sub-contractor for its Sydney light rail project.
AUSTRAC to watch digital trades
New laws put Australian cryptocurrency exchanges under the scrutiny of financial intelligence agency AUSTRAC.
New CBA CEO opens with apology
On his first day, the new CEO of Commonwealth Bank has apologised for the banks past “failures”.
Overseas students bring billions
International education contributed a record $32.2 billion to the Australian economy in 2017, the latest trade figures reveal.
Executive representation slammed
There is a “dismal” lack of cultural diversity across government and the private sector, according to new research.
Dow chief makes big donation
The former chair of the USA’s largest chemical company has donated $13.5 million to ...
Push to lift cyber spend
A defence think tank says Australia’s cyber-weaponry could be improved by sharing more data with the private sector.
ATO insiders allege revenue drive
ATO whistle-blowers have alleged the department is revenue-driven and targets small businesses that are less likely to complain.
Battery help detailed
A new AEMO report says SA’s giant lithium battery outperformed coal and gas generators on key measures last summer.
Big buy-out bid for Santos
Santos has received a $13.5 billion takeover offer from US firm Harbour Energy.