Norman Rowe jailed for stalking, assault in Geelong
A 63-year-old Geelong man has been sentenced to jail for stalking and unlawfully assaulting a young hospitality worker. Read the full court details and outcome.
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Townsville's worker shortage crisis without housing
Townsville's economic boom is threatened by a critical shortage of short-stay housing for workers. Industry leaders warn of project delays and a massive worker shortage unless immediate action is taken.
Worker missing after Curragh coal mine collapse
A mine collapse at Curragh coal mine has left one worker injured and another missing. Emergency services are on scene. Get the latest updates on this developing story.
Convenience store worker stabbed in neck in Klemzig robbery
A 21-year-old Adelaide worker is in stable condition after a violent robbery where he was stabbed in the neck. CCTV captured the terrifying incident in Klemzig.
Aged Care Worker Unfit for Murder Trial, Court Hears
Suzanne Lupica, charged with murdering a Port Kennedy aged care resident, has been found mentally unfit to stand trial. The WA Supreme Court heard chilling details of the alleged attack. Read the full story.
Pair Accused of Confiscating Workers' Passports
A man and woman face court accused of confiscating passports from two massage parlour workers in Perth. The case highlights concerns over worker exploitation.
18,000 Worker Shortage Threatens Brisbane 2032 Olympics
A critical shortage of 18,000 skilled construction workers annually could delay and inflate costs for Brisbane's 2032 Olympic infrastructure. Will Queensland find the workforce?
Mother's plea after Perth FIFO worker found dead
Jenny O'Bryne, mother of missing Perth FIFO worker William Carter, asks the public not to donate to a GoFundMe set up without family consent. Police confirmed his body was found after a 10-day search.
Ex-school staffer charged with child sex crimes in Tasmania
A 70-year-old former Tasmanian school employee faces charges of persistent sexual abuse of a child. The alleged crimes occurred between 2018 and 2020. Support is available.
$10k Cash for Tradies in WA Budget to Boost Housing
The WA government unveils a budget plan offering $10,000 cash to attract 1000 skilled tradies to Perth, aiming to tackle the housing crisis and build more homes. Read the full strategy.
Body found in search for missing Perth FIFO worker
WA Police have located a body believed to be missing 25-year-old FIFO worker William Carter. The Perth man vanished after being dropped at the airport on December 6.
Heritage backpackers demolished for worker housing in Margaret River
The Shire of Augusta-Margaret River has approved plans to demolish the heritage-listed Inne Town Backpackers and replace it with a larger facility for seasonal workers. Read the full story.
FIFO worker accused of carjacking elderly woman in Perth
A 28-year-old FIFO worker faces court, accused of violently carjacking a 74-year-old woman on a busy Perth road. Read the shocking details of the alleged attack.
Hospital staff wage fight looms in Townsville
Townsville University Hospital staff could lose up to a quarter of their wages in a bitter contract dispute. Unions warn of a devastating blow to workers and regional healthcare.
15-year-old dies in Gold Coast workplace accident
Beau Bradford, 15, died after being struck by an object on a Surfers Paradise construction site. The tragedy has sparked calls for improved workplace safety.
Perth housing crisis: Worker shortage stalls apartments
Perth faces a critical apartment shortage as construction costs soar. A severe skilled labour crisis is making new projects unviable, deepening the housing affordability crisis. Discover the solution.
Trailblazing Nurse's Legacy Lives On in Townsville
Discover how a pioneering Indigenous nurse transformed healthcare in North Queensland. Her inspiring journey continues to impact communities today.
Newcastle area leads in dog attacks on posties
Newcastle and Lake Macquarie are national hotspots for dog attacks on postal workers, with Australia Post reporting over 1190 incidents in six months. Secure your dog to protect posties.
Kalgoorlie housing crisis blocks $120k mining jobs
Northern Star struggles to fill $120k mining roles in Kalgoorlie as housing shortage creates worker crisis. Gold boom meets accommodation bust in WA's historic goldfields.
SA Chief Justice Wins Court Road Safety Fight
After a years-long campaign, South Australia's Chief Justice is seeing success in improving road and pedestrian safety near Adelaide's court houses. Learn about the new safety measures.
BlueScope death sparks union safety warning
A 24-year-old contractor was killed at BlueScope's Port Kembla steelworks, sparking union safety warnings and highlighting worker compensation battles in NSW.
Hinchinbrook LNP candidate linked to $1.7m underpayment
LNP candidate for Hinchinbrook linked to company that underpaid workers $1.7 million. Read about the political implications and Fair Work investigation.
BlueScope CEOs address worker death at AGM
BlueScope's leadership addresses tragic death of young contractor Jack McGrath at Port Kembla steelworks during annual meeting, reinforcing safety commitment.
Worker killed at BlueScope Steelworks in Port Kembla
A young contractor in his mid-20s died after a steel beam fell at BlueScope's Port Kembla Steelworks. Investigation underway as MPs call for workplace safety priority.
Westpac pays $50m after underpaying 47,000 staff
Westpac has repaid over $50 million to current and former employees after a major wage underpayment scandal. Discover how the banking giant failed its workers.
Energex crews face 300 threats from pets and people
Energex reports nearly 300 attacks on its Queensland workers in the past year, with aggressive pets and people posing major safety risks. Learn how to keep crews safe.
Healthcare worker jailed for patient sexual assault
A Perth phlebotomist has been sentenced to four years in jail for sexually assaulting a patient during a fake PCR test. Read the shocking court details.
Geelong Government Worker Fights Dismissal
A Department of Families, Fairness and Housing staffer in Geelong challenges unfair dismissal after being fired for alleged misconduct. The case now proceeds to Fair Work Commission.
Worker dies in tragic M1 upgrade accident near Newcastle
A construction worker has died in a horrific workplace accident on the M1 Pacific Motorway upgrade project near Newcastle, sparking WorkSafe investigations and raising safety concerns.
Sydney Trains worker dies in cherry picker tragedy
A devastating workplace incident has left a Sydney Trains employee dead after becoming trapped in a cherry picker that collided with a railway bridge near Lithgow, sparking investigations into safety protocols.
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