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Cyber security specialist shortages could leave Australia vulnerable to attack, experts say – 27 September 2017
The Australian government has estimated a need for over 11,000 cyber security specialists over the next 10 years. Experts believe meeting this demand will involve collaboration between the government and private sector, as well as the integration of cyber security into the school curriculum.
A ‘serious Matter’ – TAFE freezes enrolments amid concerns of rorting – 21 September 2017
The education department has issued a formal reprimand to Goulburn Ovens Institute of TAFE (GOTAFE), amid accusations of misusing taxpayer funds. The misconduct includes a range of dishonest enrolments, that did not meet course requirements to attract further funding.
Fuji Xerox sues former NZ execs after $450m accounting scandal – 20 September 2017
Fuji Xerox has launched legal action against former executives following fraudulent accounting practices earlier this year, related to overstated revenue statements. It is believed the activity was linked to the company’s “sales at any cost” culture.
Former RSL NSW President Don Rowe admits to public inquiry he misused charity money – 20 September 2017
A former RSL president of NSW has admitted to using the charity’s funds for personal expenses, such as mobile phones, flights for his family and his own mortgage expenses. He confirmed that his 2014 resignation was indeed due to this misconduct, and not so-called ill health as he claimed at the time.
