Townsville go-kart track fined over safety breach
A North Queensland go-karting business has been slapped with a hefty fine after failing to update safety procedures, resulting in a teenage girl suffering serious injuries in a high-speed collision.
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Explosive Device Review After Cobar Mine Tragedy
A devastating underground mining incident in Cobar has triggered a comprehensive review of explosive devices, while Polymetals announces controversial plans to resume operations at the site.
Truck driver wins $1.48M after crane crushing accident
A Newcastle truck driver has won a landmark $1.48 million compensation payout after suffering life-changing injuries when a crane collapsed onto his cabin at a Kooragang Island worksite.
Apollo Bay Fishermen's Co-op faces child employment charges
Victoria's workplace watchdog has slapped the Apollo Bay Fishermen's Co-operative with multiple charges for allegedly putting children as young as 15 to work in dangerous conditions, including operating heavy machinery and handling hazardous chemicals.
Lake Mac Council Employee Files Bullying Complaint
A Lake Macquarie City Council worker has lodged a formal workplace bullying complaint, sparking an internal investigation into workplace culture at the local government authority.
Nedlands Council staff underpaid for six years
The City of Nedlands faces major controversy as the union exposes systematic underpayment of staff spanning six years, raising serious questions about local government accountability.
Prison officers strike over 'slap on wrist' assault sentence
Prison officers at a Newcastle correctional facility have taken strike action after a convicted criminal received what they describe as a 'slap on the wrist' for assaulting multiple officers, raising concerns about workplace safety and judicial consequenc
Sexual Violence's Multi-Billion Dollar Drain on Australia
New analysis exposes how sexual violence isn't just a personal tragedy but a massive drain on Australia's economy, costing billions and impacting workforce participation.
SA introduces protection orders for retail workers
South Australia introduces groundbreaking legislation creating specific protection orders for retail workers facing abuse and violence on the job, with penalties of up to $10,000.
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