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A review suggests a Commonwealth workplace mental health program has led to increased productivity.
Judge rejects 'apartheid' claim
A senior judge has slammed a Fair Work commissioner over claims vaccine mandates are a form of “medical apartheid”.
School Delta data revealed
Researchers have revealed the data informing the return of students to classrooms in Victoria.
Augusta Zadow prize backs science
This year’s Augusta Zadow Awards are funding safety for farming families and research into early-career paramedics.
Big fine for solar issues
A solar installer has been fined $500,000 for issues at multiple unsafe worksites.
Farm fined for winch trauma
A Queensland mushroom farm has been fined $130,000 over a workplace incident.
MPs suspended over vax refusal
Reports say several members of Victoria’s Legislative Council have been suspended after they refused to provide proof of vaccination.
NSW funds DV refuges
The NSW Government says it is spending almost $500 million on 75 new domestic violence refuges.
Teacher sues over student assaults
A Queensland teacher is taking the state’s education department to court after being assaulted by students.
Doctors' health calls rise
There has been a surge in Queensland doctors seeking help for mental health and acute or chronic stress.
Moderna slammed for money focus
Moderna has been criticised for supplying its COVID-19 vaccine almost exclusively to wealthy nations.