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There’s nothing like getting back for getting better

Looking after Queenslanders injured on the job, plus their rehabilitation and safe return to work, are priorities for not only workers and employers, but the Government. That’s because work plays a...

Miner Death: Yandicoogina mine worker in Pilbara

Rio Tinto has confirmed the death of a man in his early 50s at their Pilbara mine site in Western Australia. The worker died at its Yandicoogina iron ore mine, following a serious incident at the...

New notice to improve self-clearing defects

The NHVR will introduce a new self-clearing defect notice for heavy vehicle defects that do not pose a safety risk. NHVR CEO Sal Petroccitto said the new category of defect notice would be available...

Nominations Closing: National Safety Awards

With less than a week remaining before nominations close, don’t miss out on nominating the heroes within your organisation who are making a positive difference to your health, safety and...

WorkCover benefits package

The Palaszczuk Government is driving down the cost of doing business for employers through WorkCover Queensland’s premium and benefits package.

Stronger Workers’ Comp for black lung

The Palaszczuk Government is seeking stronger workers’ compensation protections for workers with black lung and associated dust diseases. Industrial Relations Minister Grace Grace introduced the...

New Chairperson for Safety and Health

The McGowan Labor Government has welcomed Stephanie Mayman as the new Chairperson for the Commission for Occupational Safety and Health. Ms Mayman has a wealth of experience in the health and safety...

Black Lung

Another coal dust victim

According to recent reports, another Queensland coal miner has been diagnosed with emphysema and chronic bronchitis, a result of breathing excessive coal dust at work. The miner was employed at the...

Oil disaster firm’s new well plans rejected

The federal regulator has knocked back plans for a new well at Montara, the site of one of Australia’s worst oil disasters, after deciding the project’s environmental preparations were not up to...

Creeping Fatigue

Depression and loneliness study: FIFO

Are you an Australian mining worker? Or do you know someone who is? Research at Central Queensland University is interested in Australian mining workers aged 18 years or over who are currently fly-in...