Steel tower falls at John Hunter Hospital site in echo of fatal accident Multiplex is investigating the incident at its construction site. Newcastle Herald · Aug 20, 2024
Claims for psychological injury at work surge in NSW at triple the rate of physical harm Exclusive: SafeWork NSW promises to crack down on big businesses who fail to protect the wellbeing of staff The Guardian - AU · May 21, 2024
Worker wins legal fight in engineered stone safety fail A stone supplier has copped the first fine of its kind after exposing a worker to silica dust and the risk of serious illness over almost seven years. AAP · May 17, 2024
Worker dies after falling from power pole in Newcastle parkland A SafeWork NSW investigation is under way. Newcastle Herald · May 16, 2024
Orica cops $1.2m fine for exposing Kooragang workers to deadly cobalt dust 'Nothing was done for years': District Court Judge David Russell Newcastle Herald · May 1, 2024
Qantas fined for illegally sacking worker over COVID-19 concerns The case has been described as a "warning to all employers". The Canberra Times · Mar 6, 2024
'Lazy' work safety watchdog lashed for failings Already dumped on by an independent auditor, NSW's workplace safety regulator is now being denounced by unions and a UK company over its silicosis response. AAP · Feb 29, 2024
'Shock' report sparks ICAC referral for safety watchdog A monitor for dangerous dust from since-banned engineered stone might not have worked and was developed through a "significantly flawed" process, a report says. AAP · Feb 27, 2024
Liddell Power Station's asbestos legacy to be buried for eternity Plan to bury asbestos waste from the demolition of LIddell Power Station. Newcastle Herald · Feb 22, 2024
'I fear there will be a death': SafeWork NSW overhaul after damning report Insiders were worried about SafeWork's ineffective system. Newcastle Herald · Feb 21, 2024
Gig workers next in line after SafeWork shake-up The final review of NSW agencies created by the abolition of WorkCover has recommended another investigation to look at safety for workers in the gig economy. AAP · Feb 21, 2024
'Zero-tolerance' approach to illegal New Year's Eve fireworks SafeWork NSW is warning of the dangers of using illegal fireworks Newcastle Herald · Dec 29, 2023
Qantas guilty over treatment of virus-concerned worker A court has found Qantas guilty of breaching NSW workplace health and safety laws after it stood down a worker who raised concerns about COVID-19. AAP · Nov 16, 2023
SafeWork NSW confirms it's 'aware' of potential Kurri gas safety issue 'Nose bleeds, stomach cramps', unions say workers exposed. Newcastle Herald · Oct 27, 2023
The Guardian - AU · Sep 28, 2023 Worker injured after crane collapses at new Sydney Fish Market construction site Man taken to hospital in stable condition after crane fell on scaffolding at Glebe site just after midday
Newcastle Herald · Aug 19, 2023 Snowboarders hurt as wind gust detaches Thredbo ski lift The incident is being investigated by Safework NSW and an independent engineer.
Newcastle Herald · Jul 19, 2023 Surprise visits and crackdowns: SafeWork to increase surveillance in Hunter 'Bosses have an obligation to people's lives.'
Newcastle Herald · Jul 18, 2023 Construction crackdown in Hunter amid safety concerns: minister The workplace safety minister will meet with construction site inspectors in Newcastle today.
Newcastle Herald · Jul 15, 2023 'Threats, abuse, high workloads': watchdog cracks down on NDIS providers Inspectors audited 40 workplaces and dished out more than 20 infringements.
Newcastle Herald · Jul 12, 2023 Three previous safety incidents reported before John Hunter worksite death SafeWork NSW said the incidents happened between December and May.
Pedestrian.tv · Jul 5, 2023 A 20-Year-Old Man Has Died After Becoming Trapped At A Newcastle Hospital Construction Site Police and SafeWork NSW are investigating the incident.
Newcastle Herald · Jun 20, 2023 Man flown to hospital after workplace explosion Police said the incident has been reported to SafeWork NSW.
Newcastle Herald · Jun 16, 2023 Disability workers facing high stress, harassment and bullying, minister says The audits ensure support workers are supported themselves.
Newcastle Herald · Jun 15, 2023 Minister in Newcastle as SafeWork conducts disability service blitz Recent workers compensation claims data shows psychosocial hazards are prominent in the disability services sector.
Newcastle Herald · Jun 12, 2023 Stone benchtop manufacturer sued over toxic dust SafeWork NSW brings silicosis case to District Court alleging six years of inaction and duty of care breaches