Allianz Australia appoints Anna Stavropoulos as chief people and culture officer
Anna Stavropoulos has earned a reputation for driving innovation in employee wellbeing, talent management, and learning and development.
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72% Australian workers say securing a pay rise is harder than last year
Compensation & Benefits#HRTech#HRCommunity
With inflationary pressures continuing to impact household budgets, the push for fair compensation is expected to remain a critical issue in Australia’s job market throughout 2025.
Hyundai Australia appoints auto veteran Don Romano as CEO
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Romano brings with him four decades of experience in the automotive industry, having most recently served as President and CEO of Hyundai Auto Canada (HAC) for the past ten years.
NASA to cut jobs, shutter Chief Scientist’s Office in major restructuring
Talent Management#HRTech#Layoffs#HRCommunity
The move comes ahead of a looming deadline for federal agencies to submit workforce restructuring plans to the U.S. Office of Personnel Management (OPM).
55% of employers in Australia value experience more than university degrees: Indeed
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As businesses continue to evolve their hiring strategies, experience-driven recruitment may become the new standard, reshaping the way talent is recognized and nurtured in Australia’s job market.
Forget DeepSeek—Manus AI is China’s boldest challenge to OpenAI yet
Technology#HRTech#HRCommunity#Artificial Intelligence
With its advanced autonomy, Manus is positioning itself as a major contender in AI evolution. While competition remains fierce among OpenAI, Google, and Anthropic, Manus’ ability to independently execute complex tasks could mark a turning point in AI development.
Why women quit tech: Kellie Clenton on barriers, solutions & the future
LeadershipTechnology#Retention#HRTech#HRCommunity#InternationalWomensDay
The gender gap in tech retention isn’t just a women’s issue—it’s a business challenge. Losing half the workforce before 35 is unsustainable. Companies must foster adaptability, create leadership pathways, prioritize sponsorship, track progress, and implement flexible career structures to drive real change.
