by ABILITY GROUP | Sep 21, 2026 | Injured Worker, Injury Management, Work Health & Safety, Workplace safety
A recent prosecution by SafeWork NSW highlights the significant consequences businesses can face when working-at-heights risks are not adequately managed. A building renovator has been convicted and fined $90,000 after two workers were injured when a garage roof collapsed during demolition works.
While the financial penalty is substantial, the case serves as an important reminder that workplace health and safety obligations extend far beyond compliance. Employers must proactively identify hazards, implement appropriate controls, and ensure workers are protected from foreseeable risks.
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by ABILITY GROUP | Jun 1, 2026 | Injured Worker, Workers Compensation
The Victorian Government has announced additional support measures for injured workers and the businesses that employ them. These reforms strengthen the Workcover system, aiming to improve recovery outcomes, return to work processes, and compliance standards. For employers, the changes highlight the need for proactive injury management and structured workplace support.
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by ABILITY GROUP | Nov 24, 2025 | Breaking News, Claims, Consulting, Injured Worker, Our team, Reforms
NSW has finally enacted significant NSW Workers Compensation Reforms, the most notable in over a decade, with the Workers Compensation Legislation Amendment Bill 2025, which received Royal Assent on 24 November 2025. These reforms introduce tighter definitions and objective tests for psychological injuries, including bullying, excessive work demands, racial and sexual harassment, and establish a clear framework distinguishing between primary and secondary psychological injuries. The reforms also streamline Whole Person Impairment (WPI) assessments to a single principal assessment by an approved medical expert, replacing dual assessments.
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by ABILITY GROUP | Oct 20, 2025 | Breaking News, Injured Worker, Injury Management, Jobs, Our team, Workplace safety
Fresh insights from Safe Work Australia’s Key Work Health and Safety Statistics 2025 report reveal that just a third of jobs account for more than half of all serious injury claims across the country. This alarming trend underscores the need for targeted safety interventions, especially in high-risk sectors, and presents a crucial opportunity for organisations like ABILITY GROUP to continue to lead the way in helping businesses create safer workplaces.
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by Marc Ring | Jul 14, 2025 | Injured Worker, Injury Management, Workers Compensation
With workers' compensation premiums rising across Australia, many businesses realize that general advice isn't enough. While lawyers, accountants, and brokers are valuable workers compensation partners, their support is often limited to high-level guidance. By engaging a specialist consultant, you gain a dedicated partner capable of reducing the financial and operational strain that generalist advisors might overlook.
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by ABILITY GROUP | May 18, 2025 | Claim management, Claims, Injured Worker, Injury Management, Premium, Reforms, Workers Compensation
As summer approaches, it's time to review and renew your policies. June marks a critical period for policyholders, and we’re here to ensure your coverage continues seamlessly, whether you're renewing a business insurance plan, updating your health coverage, or reviewing your property protection.
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