Archived News for OHS Sector Professionals
New research shows solar chimneys not only reduce energy bills; they can also save lives.
Alarm over cyber gaps
Federal MPs have issued a strong warning over Australia's cybersecurity issues.
Contact-tracing questioned
Experts warn that contact-tracing apps are not a solution to the COVID-19 crisis.
High costs for insured cancer
New figures show patients with private health insurance are paying almost twice as much in out-of-pocket expenses for cancer treatment.
New funds for aged care
Prime Minister Scott Morrison has pledged $205 million in new funding for the aged care sector.
Report slams frack approval
A leaked expert report shows the Queensland Government was informed of the risks of further gas fracking in the state's Channel Country.
Traffic stats show itchy feet
Data released by Google appears to show ‘lockdown fatigue’ in Australia.
Tehan offers re-opening money
The Federal Government has been accused of bribing schools to reopen by June.
Defence predicts pandemic response
A confidential Defence Department report last year predicted many of the shortages and behaviours of the COVID-19 pandemic.
GM ban largely lifted
South Australia is lifting its ban on genetically-modified crops, but councils still have a choice.
Cops probe cruise ship spread
The NSW Homicide Squad is investigating 21 deaths connected to the Ruby Princess cruise ship.
Health staff want PPE clarity
A lack of PPE is causing Australian frontline healthcare workers to question their willingness to work.
ACCC expands energy links
Regulators have expanded the potential for cooperation in the energy sector.
COVID app launched
The Federal Government has launched its COVIDSafe tracking app, but has not provided the source code as promised.
New sensors for smart shirts
Engineers have developed a way to incorporate electronic sensors into stretchy fabrics, allowing clothes to monitor vital signs.
Ombudsmen alerted to NSW issues
Clinicians have asked NSW’s ombudsmen to investigate claims of systemic failures at NSW Health.
Science denial on risk list
A new report finds science denial is one of the greatest risks to humanity.
Bushfire studies funded
The Federal Government has put up $5 million for researchers to study the health impacts of bushfires.
High speed in fatal derailment
An interim report has been released into a fatal train derailment in early 2020.
PFAS class action launched
A PFAS class action involving more than 40,000 Australians has been launched against the Department of Defence.