On 6 August 2026, significant changes were tabled for the South Australian Workers Compensation Scheme, focusing on amendments to the Return to Work (RTW) Bill 2014 and the SA Employment Tribunal Bill 2014.
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Previously we advised that the NSW Government predicted the latest WorkCover legislation changes would reduce workers compensation premiums. For some businesses, these changes however have actually resulted in higher 2014/15 renewal premiums.
The late re-issuance of the NSW WorkCover Insurance Premium Order has delayed renewal premiums and invoicing, leaving some businesses facing unexpected workers' compensation increases. These costs can strain cash flow, but steps may be taken to reduce the impact."
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ABILITY GROUP had been working with a client for about 6 months in implementing strategies to reduce workers compensation related costs and their effort. We were excited to be able to advise our client recently that we had delivered $85,000 of workers compensation related savings for their business.
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Recent changes announced by NSW WorkCover initially suggest further premium reductions for businesses. There are however key changes that could have the opposite effect and result in higher 2014/15 renewal premiums. By reducing Industry Cost of Claims Rate (ICCR) by an expect average of 25%, in some situations it is likely to increase workers compensation premiums as a result. The 2014-15 NSW Budget cuts to WIC Rates by an average of 5% will help offset some of the expected increases and could benefit those with better than industry performance.
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The New South Wales (NSW) Government has introduced significant reforms to the workers' compensation scheme. Marketed as “modernisation” and “reform,” these changes aim to reduce costs and improve sustainability. However, they have sparked debate among unions, legal experts, and injured workers, particularly around the impact on psychological injury claims.
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On the 3rd of June, NSW WorkCover announced the latest changes designed to further improve the scheme, effective 30 June 2014. If a business has not had a similar % improvement in claims performance, then they will possibly face significant 2014/15 premium increases. Additional changes relate to maximum premium caps and extended instalment options. We recommend that all medium to large businesses contact their broker or ABILITY GROUP to determine the likely financial impact on their business.
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