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Understanding Australian Workers Compensation Schemes
Australia’s workers’ compensation system is often referred to as a single national framework, but in practice, it is made up of separate schemes operating across each state and territory. While the core principles remain similar, the differences…
Workplace Manslaughter Victoria: Bakery Fined $3.4M
A recent prosecution by WorkSafe Victoria has delivered one of the strongest workplace safety messages Australian businesses have seen in recent years. A Victorian bakery has been fined a record $3.4 million under workplace manslaughter legislation…
NSW’s WHS Codes of Practice are now Minimum Standards
The commencement of Section 26A of the Work Health and Safety Act 2011 (NSW) on 1 July 2026 marks a significant shift in workplace safety compliance across New South Wales (NSW). Approved Codes of Practice no longer serve solely as guidance…
NSW Workers Rights Law Changes
Over the past 12 months, New South Wales has introduced sweeping reforms across workers’ compensation, workplace protections, and dispute resolution. These changes mark a significant shift towards tighter legal thresholds, reshaping how both…