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South Australian Child Protection Minister Katrine Hildyard has ordered a review of her department's complaints process.
Tech giants face eSafety fines
The eSafety Commissioner is demanding major tech companies take action against child abuse.
National change detailed
Safe Work Australia has set the stage for a decade of transformation in work health and safety (WHS) across the nation.
Welding carries gas risk
New research shows that most welders are exposed to high levels of hazardous fumes at work, with insufficient protective measures ...
CFMEU reviews pledged
An independent MP wants a new watchdog to address the “toxic elements” within the CFMEU.
Tank firm fined for fall
A company has been convicted and fined $45,000 following an incident in which two workers fell into a water tank, resulting in one worker becoming paraplegic.
Licences pulled for powerline issues
SafeWork SA has suspended the licences of three workers over safety breaches involving powerlines.
Switch flicked on NT regulations
The Northern Territory has introduced changes to the licensing of electrical contractors and workers.
Farm first aid urged
Farmsafe Australia says first aid training is needed for one of Australia’s most dangerous industries.
Cop crash coverup claimed
A senior NSW Police officer is involved in an alleged cover-up following a drunken car crash.
MediSecure reveals scope
In one of the largest data breaches in Australian history, eScript provider MediSecure has revealed that the personal data of 12.9 million Australians was stolen by hackers earlier this year.
War syndrome deciphered
Researchers appear to have solved the decades-long mystery of Gulf War Syndrome (GWS).
Lead risk raised at hardware chain
Bunnings is changing its packaging and storage for lead-containing products following concerns about exposure risks.
Airport safety issues raised
Pilots are worried about an alleged decline in emergency aviation resources.
Water risk from Melbourne fire
Concerns have emerged in the wake of a significant factory fire in Melbourne's west.
Racism missed on all levels
Governments have been accused of inadequately addressing racism, with many even avoiding the term altogether.
Hospo health targeted
The NSW Government wants to enhance mental health support for hospitality workers.
Setka leaves CFMEU
John Setka, the face the Construction, Forestry, Maritime and Energy Union (CFMEU), has resigned amid serious allegations of misconduct involving himself and the union.