NSW Resources Regulator Releases Quarterly Safety Report
NSW Resources Regulator releases Quarterly Safety Report covering April to June 2024, giving mining and petroleum site operators the latest data needed to meet obligations under Work Health and Safety Regulation. This quarterly safety report supports operators in strengthening compliance practic…
Elderly Woman Flown to Hospital After Falling From Horse in South East Queensland
An elderly woman has been flown to hospital after being thrown from a horse in South East Queensland, marking another reminder of the risks associated with equestrian activities across the region.
The LifeFlight rescue helicopter was deployed to the Somerset region at a…
Queensland's Annual Memorial Honours Fallen Mine Workers
Queensland's annual memorial service commemorated miners who lost their lives while working across the state, with a ceremony held Thursday as part of Miners Memorial Day. This Miners Memorial Day recognises 1,509 miners who have died on the job throughout the state's mining history.
The occasi…
Tasmanians Encouraged to Prioritise Workplace Safety During WorkSafe Month
Minister for Small Business and Consumer Affairs Michael Ferguson has said that WorkSafe Month serves as a crucial opportunity for Tasmanians to assess their commitment to health, safety, and overall wellbeing in their work environments.
Whether acting as a team leader or work…
A worker was transported to hospital after a fire incident at Ballarat mine, an underground gold mine in regional Victoria.
The ABC News reported that workers were moved to safe chambers as a preventative measure following a truck fire on Wednesday morning.
What Happened During the Ballarat Mine Fire
Firefighters arrived at the scene around 9:30am,…
Safe Work Australia Releases New Work-Related Injuries and Fatalities Data
New statistics reveal that Australian workers continue facing significant rates of illness and injury in the workplace. Disturbingly, the number of workers who suffered fatal injuries at work rose to 200 in 2023, up from 195 in 2022, as detailed in Safe Work Australia's Key Wor…
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WA Prolongs Period of Transition for Falls From Height in Construction
Western Australia has extended its compliance window for new falls-from-height rules on construction sites. Industrial Relations Minister Simone McGurk announced the transitional period now runs until September 30, 2026, giving builders extra time to align with updated safe…
Legislation addressing industrial manslaughter approved by Tasmanian parliament marks a major milestone for workplace safety, with Tasmania becoming the final Australian state to pass such reforms. The Opposition successfully pushed for its introduction, closing a long-standing gap in Australia's work health framework.
The bill, approved by the Upper…
Worker Suffers Fatal Injuries in Waikato
A tragic workplace incident in Cambridge has claimed the life of a person. This latest news follows a string of similar incidents across New Zealand, including cases where a worker suffers fatal injuries on an Auckland farm and where a Waikato farm worker died in Puni, Waikato.
Emergency responders were summon…
Multiple Line-of-Fire Incidents Bring to Light Serious Hazards Present in Mobile Plant Pulling Tasks in NSW Mines
The NSW Resources Regulator has warned mines following a surge in incidents related to mobile plant pulling operations. Multiple line-of-fire incidents bring to light the serious hazards present in these tasks, with two separate cases show…
Winners of the 2024 Farm Safety Calendar Competition Announced
Queensland's annual farm safety calendar competition winners have been announced, with safety messages like wearing a helmet on a quad bike, staying cautious around electrical equipment, and washing hands after handling animals set to feature in the 2025 Farm Safety Calendar.
This farm sa…
SafeWork NSW is urging businesses and workers to build a genuine R U OK? culture on a daily basis, rather than treating it as a once-a-year event, in order to promote mentally safe and healthy workplace environments.
The NSW workplace safety regulator believes addressing psychosocial hazards like heavy workloads, trauma exposure, bullying, and harassm…
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