Archived News for Finance Sector Professionals - September, 2023
Australia's Disability Royal Commission has issued its final report, presenting 222 recommendations for transformative change.
Employment boost pledged
The Federal Government says it will increase employment for the marginalised with a new scheme.
PwC report reveals problems
PwC Australia's culture has been exposed in a report into its tax leak scandal.
CPSU rejects APS offer
The CPSU is set to escalate its industrial action across various public sector agencies.
Definition switch to improve data
The Federal Government is set to redefine the concept of “full employment”.
Chalmers chalks up surplus
Treasurer Jim Chalmers has triumphantly unveiled a $22.1 billion surplus for the past fiscal year.
Frydenberg shifts to Sachs
Sweeping deftly through the revolving door of politics and finance, Josh Frydenberg will become chairman at Goldman Sachs ...
Murdoch steps back
Rupert Murdoch, a media titan known for his far-reaching influence, is stepping down.
New green guide for business
A new CSIRO handbook will guide businesses on how to report and account for their natural assets.
Billions force pipeline pause
The Albanese government is making drastic cuts to infrastructure projects, declaring a 10-year hiatus on new ...
Boyle backers speak out
The wife of whistleblower Richard Boyle has implored the Prime Minister and Attorney General to end to her husband's prosecution.
Google faces dominance claims
Google is embroiled in a historic antitrust trial, accused of manipulating the internet search arena to stifle competition.
BHP aims at changes
BHP has alerted its investors to dividend cuts under the Albanese government's “same job same pay” reforms.
Four-day weeks welcomed
Australia is witnessing a rising tide of interest in the concept of a four-day work week, but some say a dose of realism is needed.
Watchdog eyes legal firms
The new chief of the Sex Discrimination Commission has her sights on the mining, legal, and retail industries.
Big bill for nuclear shift
Analysts say that a coal-to-nuclear conversion would be a costly gamble for Australia.