Archived News for Finance Sector Professionals - June, 2014
The Treasurer has mounted an impassioned defence of the Federal Budget, in an address to business associates at the Sydney Institute.
Corporate care drops in tough environment
Several issues have combined to reduce the level of corporate social responsibility in Australia, a study says.
Miner keeps eyes on China while reducing its iron force
BHP Billiton says it will hitch its wagon to China’s rising economic star, as the nation moves from a construction-led economy to a consumption power-house.
Energetic office space does more than its bit
A building in Norway has become the world's first to be renovated to produce more energy than it consumes.
Australians value good tax usage over cuts with no ideas
Adding to the sense that many Australians are not doing it as tough as the Federal Government insists, a survey has shown that many would be willing to pay more tax in exchange for better services.
Big name MP drops spots before legal hot water
Federal MP and (possibly former) mining magnate Clive Palmer has resigned several directorships ahead of a court battle with a Chinese conglomerate.
Heads roll at GM after years of failure
General Motors has fired 15 of its top people over a deadly ignition scandal.
Model meddling makes uni claims unclear
More voices have added to the furore over changes to lift university fee arrangements.
Premium doubling ahead as climate changes insurance
Consumer group Choice says high home insurance premiums are on the horizon, as climate change brings a storm of new damages.
Teaching test to ensure best base
Future teachers in New South Wales will have to pass a literacy and numeracy test before they head back into the classroom.
Northern gas rising, hopes held it will flow to regions
New estimates have shown the rise of gas as a major part of the Queensland economy, and regional bodies want to make sure they see a slice of profit.
Power price shock prompts call for regulatory switch
Some South Australian energy customers may feel they are being rorted, with revelations of one company’s soaring profits.
Tax changes sought to ease task of cutting
Public servants have launched a legal challenge over changes to redundancy conditions, which could see some ousted sooner than expected.