Archived News for OHS Sector Professionals
Nyrstar has accepted responsibility for a toxic waste leak into Port Pirie waterways in 2019.
Smooth moves block bacteria
Australian engineers have come up with a new antimicrobial surface that massively reduces bacteria build-up.
Space head plugs safety role
Australia needs cyber tools to keep up in the space arms race, according to the head of the national Space Agency.
Suits upset at mental levy
Businesses are outraged at being made to fund mental health services in Victoria.
Slow fire funds questioned
The Federal Government has been accused of holding back bushfire relief funds to help its election chances.
Baits boosted for mice fight
Farmers and residents are turning to double-strength poison baits amid an ongoing mouse plague in NSW.
Call to support disabled academics
Experts say disabled academics often lack support from their institutions.
Rights razed in urban spree
Experts say urban megaprojects are depriving communities of their water-related human rights.
Ads highlight work violence
Authorities are launching a new campaign to stamp out violence in the workplace.
Advocate succeeds in final days
One of Australia’s most prominent asbestos compensation advocates has died.
Builder cops crane fine
An engineering company has been fined after a crane collapsed onto a building in NSW.
Colonial pays to free pipes
A major fuel pipeline firm in the US has paid hackers millions to regain control of its infrastructure.
Government gas may need diesel
Australia’s taxpayer funded gas-fired power plant may have to run on diesel for its first six months.
Paramedic stress surveyed
A new report shows some Victorian paramedics are under stress levels akin to a mental disorder.
States struggle in delayed wave
State health ministers say they are facing the same wave of ill health arising from the COVID-19 pandemic.
Closed CCC questioned
Queensland’s Crime and Corruption Commission (CCC) has been accused of denying public scrutiny.
PMO to answer Higgins timeline
An investigation has resumed investigating when the Prime Minister’s office found out about the alleged rape of former Liberal staffer Brittany Higgins.
Power shocks prompt warning
After a spate of electric shocks, WorkSafe Victoria has issued a warning about overhead powerlines.
Software blamed for big doses
A computer error in SA has seen some patients receive over 10 times the necessary amount of medication.