The Victorian Government has introduced the Workplace Injury Rehabilitation and Compensation Amendment Bill 2025, aiming to enhance the fairness and quality of Victoria’s workers compensation system. Introduced to Parliament on 4 March 2025, Victorian Regulation changes relate to return to work coordinator obligations and an increase in child pension. We outline the key changes and their implications for businesses…?
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The New South Wales (NSW) Government is implementing sweeping reforms to the Workers Compensation Scheme in 2025, aiming to modernise the system and address rising costs, especially in psychological injury claims. These changes are critical for employers, workers, and insurers alike, and ABILITY GROUP is here to help you navigate them.
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As an employer, managing workers’ compensation claims efficiently and effectively is crucial for the well-being of your employees and the overall business success. Recently in NSW, icare changed the rules relating to the ability for employers to choose a Claims Service Provider (CSP). At ABILITY GROUP, we understand the importance of choice and are here to help you best navigate the considerations and benefits of choosing a NSW Claims Service Provider for your organisation.
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If you’re an employer in New South Wales, understanding the role of SIRA Inspectors isn’t just helpful — it’s essential. These regulatory officers from the State Insurance Regulatory Authority (SIRA) are tasked with ensuring your business complies with workers compensation laws and return-to-work (RTW) obligations.
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An NSW icare CSP manages workers’ compensation claims and helps injured workers return to work safely. There is an important change that ABILITY GROUP can now assist many more NSW businesses. What’s changed? How can ABILITY GROUP assist your business?
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