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Media release

Safe Work Month focuses on being safe 365 days of the year

Saving lives by raising awareness about workplace health and safety is the focus of National Safe Work Month this October. Safety doesn’t happen by chance or guesswork; safety is everyone’s business.

26 September 2024
News article

Workers’ Compensation and Rehabilitation and Other Legislation Amendment Act 2024

The changes aim to improve the process for injured workers, improve rehabilitation and return to work outcomes and address emerging scheme trends like the growth of psychological injury claims.

3 September 2024
News article

New mental injury resources from WorkCover to help employers support workers

Mental injuries in the workplace are on the rise, and they can be challenging to navigate. That’s why WorkCover Queensland has launched a new video series to help employers better manage work-related mental injuries.

19 August 2024
News article

Scott's story

When Scott injured his thumb on a machine at work, having support from his family, WorkCover and his employer helped him get back to work and a sense of normality.

10 April 2024
Media release

Opportunity to join Queensland’s Medical Assessment Tribunals

The Queensland Government is seeking specialist practitioners for the state workers’ compensation scheme’s General Medical Assessment Tribunal and newly-created Psychiatric Assessment Tribunal.

8 February 2024
News article

Sandra's story

Sandra's resilience, along with support from WorkCover and her employer, helped her to get back to aged care nursing after an injury at work.

16 January 2024
News article

Glen's story

Glen Bennett's life changed dramatically when he was involved in an horrific crash in central Queensland. Now, nearly three years on, it’s been a steep road to recovery, but Glen’s positive mindset and strong support network have been crucial.

29 June 2023
News article

Review into Queensland’s workers’ compensation scheme

The Queensland Government has announced an independent review of the state’s workers’ compensation scheme is underway.

22 February 2023
News article

Deborah's story

Dr Deborah Simmons was diagnosed with PTSD after being a first responder at the Grosvenor mine explosion in Moranbah in May 2020. This is the story of how she was able to recover, and get back to work as an anaesthetist and rural generalist.

24 August 2022