Archived News for OHS Sector Professionals
Western Australia has witnessed the loss of 14 lives in workplace incidents since July 2022.
Broome records 'code black' rise
Stats show it is becoming more dangerous to be a health worker in WA.
Docs sign gas letter
Paediatricians and federal independent MP Monique Ryan are urging the Northern Territory (NT) government to withdraw its support for a full-scale fracking industry.
Global energy issues detailed
A new report shows that globally, 675 million people still have no access to electricity, and 2.3 billion use polluting fuels to cook.
Mental health abuse reported
An official report calls for financial redress and apology for victims of mental health system abuse in Victoria.
MinRes fatality shakes WA
A worker has lost their life at Mineral Resources' Onslow Iron project in Western Australia, marking the ...
Probe shows Banksia issues
Western Australia's only juvenile detention centre, Banksia Hill, is facing a severe crisis, according to a new report.
Union fights for access
The CFMEU's West Australian branch is seeking a federal right of entry permit for a former gang member.
CSIRO considers drug sweep
CSIRO is considering random drug testing for all staff, visitors, and contractors at its sites across the country.
Charges laid over eco-boat crash
A WA-based adventure company and boat master have been charged over an accident at Horizontal Falls.
Emission sweep shows issues
Analysis suggests some mines are emitting much more than they said they would.
Gas rig death reported
Mining giant Woodside has responded to the death of a worker on one of its offshore gas platforms.
Jab messaging reviewed
Focusing on the non-health benefits of getting a COVID-19 booster could make vaccine messaging more persuasive, according to Australian research.
More PFAS damage settled
The Federal Government has reached a $22 million settlement with an Aboriginal community over PFAS contamination.
More smoke laws coming
New legislation could see health warnings on individual cigarettes and graphic images on cigarette packets.
DoD health help slammed
The Department of Defence’s management of health services for the Australian Defence Force has been criticised.
BCA rejects gig plans
Businesses are gearing up to oppose the Albanese government's gig worker laws.