Archived News for OHS Sector Professionals
Political staffers and public servants have come together to demand a confidential bullying complaints process.
ACCC announces 2021 targets
The ACCC is taking aim at common yet dangerous devices like quad bikes, button batteries and even falling furniture.
Mirabella heading for FWC
The Federal Government has picked former Liberal MP Sophie Mirabella to join the Fair Work Commission.
PM's date claims questioned
The Prime Minister has been accused of misleading Parliament over an inquiry into allegations of sexual assault ...
ANAO spots cyber gaps
The ANAO has revealed several federal departments are relying on “ad hoc” cyber security systems.
Ex-NDIS head slams 'robo-planning'
One of the architects of the NDIS says the government should re-think its new eligibility model.
Green limits miss key emissions
New pollution limits have been imposed on Victorian power stations, but greenhouses gases will not be limited.
Porter's return panned
The Attorney-General has been slammed for his plan to return to “full-time salary doing part-time work”.
TGA backs AstraZeneca jab
The TGA has approved the domestic production of the Oxford-AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine.
Gutted IR billed passed
The Morrison government has gutted its industrial relations omnibus bill in exchange for a win in the Senate.
WHO reports on age discrimination
The World Health Organization (WHO) has released its first report on what could be the most common form of discrimination in the world - ageism.
'Secret' sex assault review in NSW
NSW Premier Gladys Berejiklian has launched a ‘secret’ review into state parliament’s sexual assault complaints process.
Scooter stacks cause concern
Darwin’s e-scooter trial will continue, despite concerns about the injury rate.
Staffer leaves after slur
A former Liberal staffer has resigned after accusations of sexist behaviour.
Staffers slam hiring process
Former Coalition staffers say the hiring process at Parliament House brushes over sexism and misogyny.
Clot fears stop rollouts
A string of European nations have halted their AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine rollouts over blood clot concerns.
Campaign calls for clarity
A new campaign in Victoria is encouraging workers to call out workplace sexual harassment.
ETU wants demerger laws repealed
Unions have slammed legislation that allows the break-up of the CFMMEU.