Archived News for OHS Sector Professionals - October, 2024
Australia’s 3G network shutdown has affected thousands of devices this week.
Pandemic review shows "fatigue"
Australia's COVID-19 review warns future pandemic plans must address serious shortfalls.
Compo called for fence fall
A council worker has won compensation after tripping over a puppy fence at home.
E-waste warning in AI explosion
Generative AI could drive up e-waste by a thousandfold in coming years.
NDIS safety fines to rise
The Federal Government is introducing tougher penalties and new criminal offences for NDIS providers ...
Pesticide effects probed
Specialists are calling for a ban on paraquat; a commonly used herbicide linked to Parkinson’s disease.
Brazil reaches dam deal
Brazil has secured a $45 billion deal to address the 2015 Mariana dam disaster.
CHOGM hears slavery claims
Commonwealth leaders have declared it is time to address reparations for slavery.
Police proceed with jab case
Hundreds of Queensland police officers are suing over COVID-19 vaccine mandates.
ADF aims at info warfare
The Australian Defence Force (ADF) says it is sharpening its focus on cyber and cognitive warfare.
Court set for WA deaths
WorkSafe WA has begun legal proceedings against three mining firms following two worker fatalities ...
Flood coverage probed
Australia’s flood insurance sector has failed to protect policyholders, a new inquiry reveals.
Street View used for fall risk
Google Street View could help prevent falls among older pedestrians, researchers suggest.
Right leads hateful claims
Right-leaning public figures dominate the online hate speech scene, researchers reveal.
Medics show climate alarm
Australian emergency medicine workers are increasingly alarmed by climate change.
AI trained for weather warnings
An AI chatbot could improve disaster response with personalised emergency information.