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Research to investigate returning to work after lung disease diagnosis
The Miles Government continues to lead the nation in its commitment to limiting the effects of dust lung disease in workers in the mining and artificial stone industries.
7 June 2024 -
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New Chief Executive for WorkCover Queensland
The WorkCover Board is proud to announce the appointment of Michael Pennisi as the Chief Executive Officer of WorkCover Queensland. Michael will commence in the role on 18 June 2024.
7 June 2024 -
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WorkCover Queensland customers continue to benefit from one of Australia’s lowest average premium rates
Queensland businesses will continue to benefit from one of Australia’s lowest average premium rates for workers’ compensation insurance.
4 June 2024 -
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New laws on the way for electrical safety
Following extensive consultation with industry, registered unions, electricity entities, peak bodies, and the community, the Miles Government is taking action to strengthen Queensland’s electrical safety laws.
22 May 2024 -
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Work health and safety laws - clarified and stronger
A number of legislative changes by the Work Health and Safety and Other Legislation Amendment Act 2024 have come into effect today.
20 May 2024 -
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Engineered stone work to cease from 1 July
On 1 July 2024, work with engineered stone in Queensland must cease. Queensland has led the way forging a national consensus to address the issue. This ban is to protect workers and save lives.
7 May 2024 -
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Allied Health Services Tables of Costs review for 2024-2025
WorkCover Queensland is commencing our annual review of the Allied Health Services Tables of Costs for the 2024-2025 financial year.
29 February 2024 -
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WorkCover Queensland CEO Bruce Watson retiring
After seven years as CEO of WorkCover Queensland, Bruce Watson will retire on the 16th of February 2024.
2 February 2024 -
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Independent review of Workplace Health and Safety Queensland announced
The Miles Government has commissioned an independent review of Workplace Health and Safety Queensland. Starting today, the review will ensure the state’s regulator meets contemporary standards and community expectations around work health and safety.
25 January 2024 -
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Queensland’s engineered stone campaign culminates in national ban
Queensland’s longstanding campaign to ban the use of engineered stone has culminated in a national ban on the dangerous product,
13 December 2023 -
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Annual update of Medical Tables of Costs
WorkCover Queensland has reviewed and updated the tables of costs for medical treatment applicable for workers' compensation in Queensland. The changes are effective 1 December 2023.
1 December 2023 -
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Health and safety reforms aim to strengthen worker protection and representation
The Palaszczuk Government has introduced legislative reforms to Queensland’s Work Health and Safety Act in State Parliament this week.
30 November 2023