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New research suggests workplaces could prevent up to 14 per cent of new cases of common mental illness ...
SafeWork faces inquiry
SafeWork SA will face a public inquiry into its practices, policies and procedures following several serious complaints.
Big fine levelled at Linc
Gas company Linc Energy has been fined a record $4.5 million for causing serious environmental harm.
Panel denies PFAS risks
An expert panel has found there is limited or no evidence to link exposure to PFAS chemicals with human disease.
Department charged over NT death
NT WorkSafe has charged a government department over the death of a Darwin musician.
Soldier study spots dementia link
A study of over 350,000 US soldiers has linked traumatic brain injury with an increased risk of dementia.
Council questions mine rehab
A South Australian council has slammed the rehabilitation of coal-fired power stations and their ash dams.
Mental issues end up in ED
Advocates say an alarming number of children are going to emergency departments due to a mental health crisis.
Telstra responds to cable fail
An inquiry has been launched after a lightning strike knocked out triple-0 services.
CDP scheme criticised
The Federal Government’s remote work-for-the-dole scheme has been labelled ineffective and potentially harmful.
IMO wants ship emissions switch
Australia’s shipping industry could soon be required to halve its toxic emissions.
QLD joins redress scheme
Queensland has become the third state to commit to a national redress scheme for survivors of sexual abuse in government-run institutions.
Rio buying robo-drills
Rio Tinto is buying more robo-drills to “create a safer working environment and boost productivity”.
Road Safety Week gets into gear
This week is Road Safety Week, a time to raise awareness and remember those who have lost their lives on Australian roads.
Unions push manslaughter laws
Unions want new industrial manslaughter laws in Victoria to hold bosses responsible.
Floating nuclear giant sets sail
Russia has sent its controversial floating nuclear power plant out to sea.
Hazelwood health effects checked
A new study suggests the 2014 Hazelwood mine fire led to a spike in doctor visits by Latrobe Valley residents.