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Updated Allied Health fees – effective 1 August 2025

WorkCover Queensland has completed its annual update of the Allied Health Services Table of Costs for the 2025-2026 financial year. The updated fees are effective from 1 August 2025.

25 July 2025
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Upcoming asbestos compliance audits for Queensland businesses

From 1 August 2025, Workplace Health and Safety Queensland (WHSQ) inspectors will begin auditing businesses operating from buildings constructed before 1990 and those likely containing asbestos. The statewide audit will run until 31 October and will focus on compliance with asbestos management requirements, including having an asbestos register and a management plan in place where asbestos has been identified.

17 July 2025
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Time to renew your WorkCover accident insurance policy

If you have an accident insurance policy with WorkCover Queensland, which covers your business for work-related injuries to your workers, it's time to renew.

1 July 2025
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WorkCover Queensland's target premium rate holds steady for 2025–26

In good news for Queensland businesses, there will be no increase to WorkCover Queensland's target average net premium rate for the 2025–26 financial year.

20 June 2025
Ministerial media release

WorkCover premium freeze good news for Queensland

Crisafulli Government endorses WorkCover premium freeze for 2025-26.

4 April 2025
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New Medical and Allied Health Advisory Services panel tender - offer submission time extended

WorkCover Queensland invites all medical and allied health professionals to apply to be part of a new panel supplying services to injured workers across the state.

31 March 2025
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Allied Health Services Tables of Costs review for 2025-2026

WorkCover Queensland is finalising our annual review of the Allied Health Services Tables of Costs for the 2025-2026 financial year.

17 March 2025
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Chris' story

When Chris experienced a mental injury due to his work, support from his employer helped him take a different career path while staying connected to his work and culture.

19 December 2024
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WorkCover partnership helps electricians stay strong

As part of our Injury Risk Reduction Initiatives, WorkCover Queensland has partnered with Master Electricians Australia to help electricians protect themselves against musculoskeletal strain.

19 December 2024
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Tis the season to be jolly

The holiday season is fast approaching and with it, extended trading hours across the state allowing Queenslanders to avoid the Christmas rush.

18 December 2024
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Annual update of Medical Tables of Costs

WorkCover Queensland has reviewed and updated the tables of costs for medical treatment and supplementary services applicable for workers' compensation in Queensland. The changes are effective 1 December 2024 and reflect the maximum fees payable by insurers.

2 December 2024
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Annual update of Private Hospital Services Table of Costs

WorkCover Queensland has updated the Private Hospital Services Table of Costs, effective 1 December 2024.

28 November 2024