NSW WHS Changes

NSW WHS Changes

The Minns Government has announced significant NSW work health and safety (WHS) changes and investments aimed at enhancing workplace safety and compliance. These changes are emphasised by SafeWork NSW becoming an Independent Regulator, 51 new WHS inspectors (focus on...
NSW Workers Compensation Reforms

NSW Workers Compensation Reforms

The NSW Government has introduced significant NSW workers compensation reforms, aiming to modernise protections for employees while ensuring sustainability for businesses. We summarise NSW Government’s key workers compensation Protecting Workers Compensation for...
SIRA Recovers $10M

SIRA Recovers $10M

In NSW the State Insurance Regulatory Authority (SIRA) has recovered $10M in underpaid premiums. SIRA identified 81 employers suspected of being underinsured for workers compensation, primarily due to under-declaring wages. This was achieved through direct employer...
New NSW Industrial Manslaughter Laws

New NSW Industrial Manslaughter Laws

In a landmark move to strengthen workplace safety, the New South Wales Government has officially enacted the Work Health and Safety Amendment (Industrial Manslaughter) Act 2024. What Is Industrial Manslaughter? Industrial manslaughter refers to the death of a worker...