After the Brisbane lockdown lifts at 6 pm on Monday, most resource companies would continue to limit non-essential FIFO travel until January 22. Queensland Resources Council (QRC) Chief Executive Ian...
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“Mental health issues are a growing problem for Australians, and indeed, Western society. According to a study by Price Waterhouse Coopers, untreated mental health conditions cost Australian...
The NSW Resources Regulator is urging the mining industry to keep safety top of mind this holiday season. NSW Resources Regulator Chief Inspector, Garvin Burns, said that many mining operations...
NOPSEMA, Australia’s National Offshore Petroleum Safety regulator has issued a warning regarding the potential health and safety risks associated with modified or extended roster arrangements...
Opinion piece By Jason Tulipan on Mental Health in the FIFO Sector and dealing with mental health issues. I am currently a relieving Master and Chief Officer on an offshore tug working off Broome for...
John Toomey is a wellness program provider is conducting research for a new book around FIFO lifestyles and the challenges of working FIFO. He is seeking your support for a survey. John writes…...
A new illustrated children’s book has been released by a second-generation FIFO worker. The book aims to help kids understand the challenges that dads and mums face with FIFO life. Michael...
It’s no surprise that many people are interested in joining the mining community and taking up a mining lifestyle. Salaries are as much as 60% larger than other industries, but there are a few things...
The Easter break is only a day away and while for many it is a welcomed break, for others – like FIFO, DIDO and other remote workers – it unfortunately doesn’t promise a few good...
