WorkCover premium will remain unchanged for 2025-26

The Queensland Government has announced that it will not increase WorkCover premiums for the upcoming financial year, following the appointment of new leadership at WorkCover Queensland by the State Government.

The State Government said the WorkCover board has resolved to hold the average premium rate at $1.343 for each $100 of wages, following discounts, thereby ensuring stability for businesses and safeguarding a greater number of workers.

Jarrod Bleijie, the Deputy Premier and Minister for State Development, Infrastructure and Planning, as well as the Minister for Industrial Relations, announced that the Crisafulli Government supports maintaining the average premium rate for workers’ compensation insurance at its current level for the 2025-26 period.

“This decision represents certainty for Queensland businesses while maintaining a strong focus on supporting injured workers,” Deputy Premier Bleijie said.

“WorkCover Queensland has one of the lowest average premium rates in the country, supporting injured workers to return to work.

“A strong scheme is vital to protect the interests of workers and employers across Queensland.”

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