Archived News for Finance Sector Professionals - December, 2022
NAB boss predicts rough year
The head of NAB says he is optimistic about next year, despite some concerns.
Ex-PM grilled over debt scheme
Former prime minister Scott Morrison has fronted the Robodebt royal commission.
Call to reveal green efforts
The Federal Government has proposed new laws to force big business to disclose climate efforts.
MCA upset at EPA plan
Australia's main mining lobby is concerned about stronger environmental regulations.
Big coal plan goes quiet
Glencore says it will withdraw from its $1.5 billion Valeria coal project in central Queensland.
Bulk biller rort revealed
A collapsed bulk billing medical centre has been accused of systematically rorting Medicare over a number of years.
Court rejects data claim
The Australian Federal Court has dismissed a lawsuit against Google that claimed it misled users about personal data changes.
Exploration sales anger councils
The NT Government is set to allow fracking companies to sell gas from the Beetaloo Basin before production approvals are granted.
Feds seek extra protection
The government appears to be firming up the defences of its major agencies in the wake of recent cyberattacks.
Tech stats show speed shift
New stats show Australian consumers are paying more for NBN plans while service levels remain largely unchanged.
BlueScope cartel attempt found
A Federal Court judge has found BlueScope attempted to engage in cartel conduct and price-fixing.
Robo-probe continues
The Robodebt royal commission has heard details of bureaucratic involvement in the unlawful scheme.
Whistleblower body considered
The Federal Government says it is strengthening whistleblower protections.
EU launching green regime
The European Union (EU) says new laws should prevent companies selling products linked to deforestation.