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It's time to renew your WorkCover accident insurance policy

Your accident insurance policy with WorkCover Queensland, which covers your business for the cost of any work-related injuries to your workers, is due for renewal.

New independent medical examinations panel

WorkCover Queensland has now completed the open tender process to appoint a new independent medical examinations (IME) panel, effective from 1 July 2021.

2021–2022 WorkCover Queensland industry classifications released

The finalised rates for WorkCover Queensland's industry classifications (WIC) for 2021–2022 have now been published in the Queensland Government Gazette.

Medical and Allied Health fee updates - effective 1 July 2021

WorkCover Queensland has updated both the Medical and Allied Health Tables of Costs effective 1 July 2021. Fees have been indexed in line with CPI and wage index increases.

New streamlined claim pathway for first responders and eligible employees diagnosed with PTSD

On 20 May 2021, Queensland's workers' compensation laws were amended to include a new presumptive streamlined pathway for first responders and eligible employees diagnosed with PTSD.

Get ready to renew your policy from 1 July

If you employ workers in Queensland, it's time to start preparing to renew your WorkCover Queensland accident insurance policy.

Queensland workers' compensation premiums remain lowest

Industrial Relations Minister Grace Grace said today that the average WorkCover premium would be maintained at $1.20 per $100 of wages paid for 2021-2022.

Vale Ian Brusasco AO

WorkCover Queensland is saddened to hear the news of the passing of Mr Ian Brusasco AO, former chair at WorkCover Queensland from 1998 to 2012.

Court backs electrical regulator decision on unlicensed operator

Action taken by the Queensland Government against a rogue operator accused of performing unlicensed electrical work has been supported in court today.

Annual review of Allied Health Services Table of Costs for 2021-2022

WorkCover Queensland is commencing the annual review of the Allied Health Services Table of Costs for the 2021-2022 financial year. Associations and providers can provide feedback by 30 April 2021.

Gold Coast jumping castle business fined $50,000 after two workers suffered serious burns

At a recent hearing in the Southport Magistrates Court, a Gold Coast jumping castle business was fined $50,000 for failing to comply with its primary health and safety duty, exposing workers to a risk of serious injury or death.

COVID-19 vaccines and your workplace health and safety obligations

The national rollout of COVID-19 vaccines is a timely reminder for employers to review their workplace health and safety obligations amidst these unprecedented times.