Northern Territory government authorities have confirmed they are investigating allegations the former chief executive of a critical alcohol rehabilitation service in the NT town of Tennant Creek misused its resources and bullied an employee.
Former CEO denies allegations of misusing funds and bullying staff Read More »
West Coast’s Jack Darling and North Melbourne’s Jed Anderson have engaged the same lawyer to investigate potential WorkCover claims over their ‘pro choice’ jab stance.
Jack Darling and Jed Anderson hesitant about Covid vaccine, considering legal options Read More »
An injured man has been flown to hospital after a horror accident left him trapped by the hand in farm machinery for several hours.
Man, 20s, flown to hospital after horror farm accident near Kingaroy Read More »
Grieving family members have broken their silence to pay tribute to slain council worker Marty Sheahan.
Yarra Ranges Council worker killed, gunman found dead later Read More »
In an important lesson for employers, this case demonstrates that a worker’s disobedience or failure to follow instructions does not excuse inadequate safe work procedures and training.
A Victorian worker who lodged a fraudulent claim with WorkSafe Victoria while still receiving weekly benefit payments for a wrist injury sustained in 2018 at his previous job has been ordered to return more than $35,000 to the scheme.
‘Undone by greed’: beef stockist caught trying to cheat WorkSafe Read More »
A road worker was injured when an out-of-control car ploughed through scaffolding on Flagstaff Rd, Flagstaff Hill, about 7.30am. Two others were rushed to hospital with injuries.
Road worker injured Read More »
Details of a horrific workplace accident in Melbourne have been revealed, with a forklift driver dying in the incident.
Man crushed by shipping container Read More »
Two UK backpackers in their mid-20s received gruesome injuries including amputation while working at a Bundaberg farm owned by the world’s largest macadamia grower, a recent court report reveals.
Backpackers suffer amputation, hand injuries on Qld farm Read More »
WA Department of Mines, Industry Regulation and Safety
WorkSafe is investigating the work-related death of a shearer at Katrine, between Northam and Toodyay.
WorkSafe investigates death of shearer Read More »
A man has been loaded onto a LifeFlight chopper after he suffered serious chest and upper bodies injuries.
Man suffers serious chest wound in Oakey workplace incident Read More »
A worker at a COVID-19 testing site in Melbourne’s west has been injured after a man allegedly drove over her foot.
Traffic controller’s foot runover at Melbourne COVID-19 testing centre Read More »
With the uptake of COVID-19 vaccines increasing and the introduction of COVID related directives, associated penalties, and restrictions if not vaccinated set to remain, is it time for Australia to establish a no-fault vaccine injury compensation scheme?
Who pays compensation if you are injured from the COVID-19 vaccine? Read More »
A man was bashed by a Coles worker on Christmas Eve after the shopper told the shelf stacker to wear his mask over his nose, leaving him bloodied and bruised.
Coles supermarket worker punches a shopper in the face after face mask altercation Read More »
A harvesting company has been fined $150,000 over an incident in which a worker’s leg was amputated after it was caught in a skidder.
Harvesting Company Fined $150,000 Read More »
