Archived News for Finance Sector Professionals - April, 2023
The Albanese government has announced plans to extend its price cap on wholesale gas prices.
Migration rules shifting
Migration changes could see a pay rise for some of Australia's lowest-paid.
NDIS issues acknowledged
The Prime Minister has acknowledged that the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) is out of control.
Super funds face Santos claims
Indigenous people are taking legal action against super funds over mining investments.
Big cheques for old heads
A legion of retired US military leaders have picked up work as consultants to Australia’s Navy.
Fox deal signals retreat
Fox News has avoided a lengthy and potentially damaging defamation trial with US voting machine company Dominion...
Missed checks cost big
Analysis suggests 95 per cent of recent Federal Government programs have not been properly evaluated.
Leaders call for more data
A new study has found that business leaders are feeling overwhelmed and underqualified to make decisions based on the data available ...
ARC reforms outlined
A major review of Australian Research Council (ARC) legislation has been released.
ASIC slams scam rules
Banks have been criticised for letting customers cop 96 per cent of scam losses.
Finance retention suggested
New legislation aims to stop the ‘brain drain’ from Australia’s finance sector.
CSIRO aids small firms
CSIRO is helping small to medium enterprises (SMEs) enhance their research and development (R&D) ...
RBA breakup outlined
The government has revealed a proposal to split the board of the RBA into two separate bodies.
Green money urges change
A group of clean energy investors, including BlackRock, Macquarie, Snowy Hydro and Squadron Energy, are pushing for coal-fired power to be phased out faster.
First multi-deal flagging
Union infighting could undermine progress on the first multi-employer pay deal.
ICAC eyes Hills Shire
The NSW Independent Commission Against Corruption (ICAC) has launched an investigation into alleged impropriety within the Hills Shire Council.