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.
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Townsville drink drivers fined heavily in court
Two North Queensland men have been slapped with significant penalties after separate drink-driving incidents, with one driver caught at nearly four times the legal limit.
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.
Defence jobs lure WA FIFO workers from mining sector
Perth's fly-in fly-out workers are swapping mining for defence jobs, attracted by competitive salaries and more engaging work in Western Australia's growing defence sector.
Airdrill fined $115k over worker's crushing death
A West Australian drilling company has been slapped with a $115,000 penalty for failing to maintain a safe workplace, leading to the tragic death of a worker who was crushed by heavy machinery.
Payday Super Approved: Retirement Savings Revolution
Australian workers will see their superannuation paid on payday rather than quarterly under new laws passing Parliament, promising billions in extra retirement savings and closing the gender gap.
Mundingburra workers strike for 36-hour work week
Unionised staff at Mundingburra MP's office launch 36-hour strike demanding reduced work hours and better conditions, sparking debate about Australia's future workplace standards.
Women's unpaid work: $427bn hidden Australian economy
Groundbreaking research exposes how Australian women's unpaid work contributes $427 billion annually to the economy - discover what your invisible labour is really worth.
New Deputy President for SA Employment Tribunal
South Australia's employment landscape sees significant change as Attorney-General Kyam Maher appoints experienced lawyer Kate Dyson as Deputy President of the SA Employment Tribunal, bringing fresh expertise to workplace justice.
Newcastle Bus Drivers Strike Over Pay and Conditions
Newcastle bus drivers have walked off the job, causing major disruptions across the city as they demand better wages and improved working conditions in ongoing industrial action.
Toxic 'Toughen Up' Workplace Culture Faces Reckoning
Australia's long-standing 'toughen up' workplace mentality is facing its day of reckoning as experts warn toxic attitudes are damaging mental health and driving talent away.
Aussie Workplaces Smash Menopause Taboo
Australian companies are leading a workplace revolution, implementing menopause policies and support systems to retain experienced female talent and create more inclusive environments.
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.
Drunk driver jailed for Townsville power pole crash
A Townsville man's drunken rampage ended in disaster when he crashed into a power pole, leaving hundreds without electricity and facing serious consequences.
Prison guard attacker dodges jail in Cessnock case
A man who brutally assaulted a correctional officer at Cessnock Correctional Centre has avoided prison, receiving a community corrections order instead. The decision has raised questions about justice for frontline prison workers.
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.
SA Nurses Storm Parliament in Pay Protest
Hundreds of South Australian nurses and midwives have descended on Parliament House, demanding better pay and conditions in what they call a 'kick in the guts' from the state government.
NSW prison officers strike over inmate's suspended sentence
Correctional officers across New South Wales have launched industrial action after a violent inmate received a suspended sentence for a brutal assault that left prison staff traumatised.
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
NSW Nurses Union Boss Shaye Candish Resigns
Shaye Candish, the prominent General Secretary of the NSW Nurses and Midwives' Association, announces her resignation to prioritise family commitments, marking the end of a significant chapter in healthcare advocacy.
NSW prison officers strike over violent incident ruling
Correctional officers across multiple NSW prisons have launched immediate strike action after a disciplinary ruling that found officers used 'reasonable force' during a violent inmate incident, sparking safety concerns across the state's prison system.
Cessnock prison officers strike over inmate sentence
Prison officers at Cessnock Correctional Centre have launched strike action, protesting what they call an 'unacceptable' sentence given to an inmate who assaulted staff members.
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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