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Events, News

Safety show spotlights practical solutions for evolving safety risks

The Workplace Health & Safety Show (WHSS) Queensland has wrapped up at the Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre, marking its return to Queensland after three years – and a lot has changed in that time. Read More

Staff writerMarch 27, 2026, 2:41 pmMarch 27, 2026 Comments Off 234

News, Safety insights, Safety processes

Safety leaders to lift spending as workplace risks persist

A new global survey has found that most safety leaders plan to boost spending on workplace safety over the next two years, as incidents continue to occur at high levels. Read More

Prealene KheraMarch 27, 2026, 9:09 amMarch 27, 2026 Comments Off 419

Mental health, News, Recruitment

Key opportunities highlighted to reduce FIFO worker burnout

New research has outlined a number of opportunities to keep fly-in-fly-out (FIFO) workers safe and engaged on shift, helping move the industry away from what has been described as a “short-term” strategy. Read More

Ben CartwrightMarch 26, 2026, 11:28 amMarch 26, 2026 Comments Off 350

News, Safety events and incidents, Surface operations

Focus on operator awareness following safety events

A momentary lapse in awareness has led to high-risk mobile plant incidents across two New South Wales mine sites, with the state regulator reinforcing the importance of operator vigilance. Read More

Staff writerMarch 23, 2026, 10:07 amMarch 23, 2026 Comments Off 379

News, Safety events and incidents, Safety insights

Report on serious excavator fall incident released

The NSW Resources Regulator has released details of its investigation into an incident that left a contractor with serious leg injuries after a fall from a stationary excavator in the state’s Hunter Valley. Read More

Staff writerMarch 20, 2026, 9:31 amMarch 20, 2026 Comments Off 398

News, Work health and safety, Workforce wellbeing

AREEA flags gaps in laws for FIFO, shift work

The Australian Resources and Energy Employer Association (AREEA) has urged the Federal Government to use its review of the National Employment Standards (NES) to address “structural flaws” in workplace laws affecting 24/7 industries such as mining. Read More

Staff writerMarch 19, 2026, 9:18 amMarch 19, 2026 Comments Off 418

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News, Safety events and incidents, Underground operations

Electrical safety gaps in focus following underground mining incidents

Two recent electrical incidents at separate underground mines have flipped the switch on potential risks and consequences of cutting live power and conducting hot work in unsafe conditions. Read More

Staff writerMarch 17, 2026, 9:03 amMarch 17, 2026 Comments Off 320

News, Safety events and incidents, Work health and safety

South32 scales back Worsley operations following fatal incident

South32 has suspended non-essential work at its Worsley Alumina refinery in Western Australia after a contractor was fatally injured at the site early morning on March 14. Read More

Staff writerMarch 16, 2026, 10:06 amMarch 16, 2026 Comments Off 616

News, Work health and safety

Safety boost for NSW mines as incidents fall

A 16 per cent decrease in incident notifications is among the safety improvements the NSW Resources Regulator recorded in its quarterly safety report from October to December 2025.

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Ethan BenedictoMarch 13, 2026, 11:25 amMarch 13, 2026 Comments Off 505

News, Safety events and incidents, Safety insights

Dozer incidents spotlight vehicle safety controls

Among the 58 incidents reported to the NSW Resources Regulator in a single week were two involving dozers at open-cut coal mines, highlighting risks around operating procedures and decision-making. Read More

Staff writerMarch 12, 2026, 9:02 amMarch 12, 2026 Comments Off 474

News, Safety insights, Safety processes, Safety regulation

Queensland initiative focuses on key mine safety factor

A project aimed at strengthening the safety capabilities of frontline supervisors across Queensland’s mining sector has begun, with industry leaders assessing whether current training requirements meet the needs of modern operations. Read More

Staff writerMarch 10, 2026, 8:55 amMarch 10, 2026 Comments Off 482

News, Safety insights, Work health and safety

Safety body calls for stronger action on workplace sexual harassment

Australia’s peak workplace health and safety body is urging the industry to treat sexual harassment as a preventable hazard and embed its prevention directly into work health and safety (WHS) systems. Read More

Staff writerMarch 6, 2026, 9:04 amMarch 10, 2026 Comments Off 320

News, Safety insights, Safety processes, Work health and safety

Bill to restore industry confidence in Queensland’s resources regulator

After a report found “serious weaknesses” in Queensland’s resources safety system last year, the introduction of new legislation could now restore confidence in the state’s regulatory framework. Read More

Prealene KheraMarch 5, 2026, 9:27 amMarch 5, 2026 Comments Off 477

News, Safety events and incidents, Safety insights, Surface operations

Mine truck drivers under safety microscope following incident

After a compliance failure led to a loaded haul truck rolling over, miners are being called on to ensure site procedures are strictly adhered to when operating equipment in open-cut mines. Read More

Staff writerMarch 3, 2026, 9:17 amMarch 3, 2026 Comments Off 670

News, Safety processes, Training

Mine rescue competition winners announced

The 2026 iteration of one of Australia’s largest safety exercises has concluded, with a major miner taking out the silver medal after losing the top spot to a Victorian Country Fire Authority brigade. Read More

Staff writerMarch 2, 2026, 9:49 amMarch 2, 2026 Comments Off 749

News, Safety processes, Work health and safety

Regulator issues notice to mine for compliance lapse

Resources Victoria is calling on mines to ensure operations are up to scratch, after the safety watchdog issued infringement notices to Victory Minerals for failing to meet compliance standards. Read More

Prealene KheraFebruary 27, 2026, 8:51 amFebruary 27, 2026 Comments Off 489

RSHQ: Preventing a ‘pattern’ leading to mine fatalities

News, Safety insights

New tools help mines manage psychosocial risks

South Australian mines are being urged to sharpen their focus on psychosocial safety, with two new codes of practice now in force to help employers meet existing work health and safety obligations. Read More

Prealene KheraFebruary 26, 2026, 9:19 amFebruary 26, 2026 Comments Off 686

News, Safety processes, Work health and safety

Top miners put safety skills to the test

Mining heavyweights BHP and Newmont will go head-to-head this week in a major mine safety exercise alongside 11 other teams from across the country. Read More

Prealene KheraFebruary 24, 2026, 8:53 amFebruary 24, 2026 Comments Off 278

Companies, News, Safety insights

Safety remains front and centre for major miners

Safety performance has taken centre stage in the latest results from Rio Tinto and Mineral Resources (MinRes), with both miners reporting strong financial outcomes alongside clear risk-mitigation efforts. Read More

Prealene KheraFebruary 23, 2026, 10:10 amFebruary 23, 2026 Comments Off 335

News, Safety analysis, Safety insights

Serious injury rates hold steady across NSW mines

A report has highlighted that serious injury frequency rates across New South Wales’ mining sector remained comparatively low in 2024–25, bolstered by ongoing regulatory oversight. Read More

Staff writerFebruary 20, 2026, 9:40 amFebruary 20, 2026 Comments Off 437

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