$51K fine after worker crushed by stone slab
27 February, 2025A conviction and $51,000 fine has been issued to a Dandenong benchtop manufacturer after a worker was crushed by a 300-kilogram stone slab.
Workers comp claims rise despite focus on safety
27 February, 2025There has been a 20.5% increase in workers comp claims over the past decade, data from Safe Work Australia shows.
Construction company appeals conviction over worker death
21 February, 2025An appeal has been lodged by a Darwin construction company, after it was convicted and fined over the death of a worker.
Govt funding plays key role in worker suicide prevention
21 February, 2025Federal government funding has been a huge support for mental health and suicide prevention within construction, energy, mining and manufacturing.
Exploitation rife among migrant meat workers: report
17 February, 2025The experiences of migrant meat industry workers have been highlighted in new research, which paints a grim picture of overall working conditions.
Hazard analysis tool could reduce construction deaths
07 February, 2025An algorithm designed by researchers could play a part in reducing the number of construction industry deaths.
Changes to NSW WHS Regulation: have your say
06 February, 2025SafeWork NSW is encouraging employers, workers, unions and industry experts to provide feedback on changes to the Work Health and Safety Regulation.
Road worker death under investigation
31 January, 2025The death of a traffic controller is currently being investigated by WorkSafe Victoria.
Staff retention impacted by sexual harassment response
31 January, 2025A new Our Watch survey highlights the importance of employers responding correctly to sexual harassment.
Partial building collapse under investigation
24 January, 2025An investigation is underway into a partial building collapse at Burwood in Sydney.
Registrations open for Australian Manufacturing Week 2025
24 January, 2025 | Supplied by: Australian Manufacturing Technology Institute LtdRegistrations are now open for the precision engineering manufacturing show, AMW2025.
Worker impaled, logistics company charged
15 January, 2025Charges have been laid after a worker was impaled and killed at a storage shed in Willaura, south of Ararat, in December 2022.
Campaign to improve psychological wellbeing in construction
14 January, 2025The 'Healthy Minds, Safer Sites' campaign is being conducted on construction sites across NSW as part of a state government mental health initiative.
Injuries at work parties: where does responsibility end?
18 December, 2024A work Christmas party incident involving a golf cart crash while in pursuit of a kangaroo has served as a reminder to employers to maintain a safe work environment.
Staying safe at work as the year draws to a close
13 December, 2024Employers and workers are being urged to exercise caution during the end-of-year rush and to prioritise safety at work.
