Western Australia could be the next Australian state to introduce stricter employment protection laws after the Industrial Relations (IR) Legislation Amendment Bill 2020 was introduced into state parliament.
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Queensland contemplates prosecution for safety breach
Queensland’s Mines Inspectorate (QMI) has reiterated a zero tolerance stance for unsafe practices in light of two fatal incidents at Jacks Quarry near Collinsville and Fairfield Quarry near Clermont last year.
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NSW regulator targets surprise inspections across state
The New South Wales Resources Regulator have completed 112 unannounced inspections at coal, metalliferous and quarrying operations across the state.
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NSW mines regulator gets set for compliance rampage
The NSW Resources Regulator will conduct a state-wide compliance blitz this week, targeting more than 100 mine sites.
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NSW pushes for 30% reduction in workplace fatalities
New South Wales has revised its targets and commits to reduce work-related fatalities by 30 per cent, and injuries and illnesses by 50 per cent within five years.
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