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Deborah's story

Dr Deborah Simmons was diagnosed with PTSD after being a first responder at the Grosvenor mine explosion in Moranbah in May 2020. This is the story of how she was able to recover, and get back to work as an anaesthetist and rural generalist.

24 August 2022
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Making in-roads to improve mental health for transport workers

Australasia’s largest bus operator Kinetic has made significant in-roads towards improving mental health outcomes for drivers, through a pilot program supported by industry and WorkCover Queensland.

23 June 2022
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High Court mental injury ruling reaffirms employer duty of care

A recent High Court of Australia ruling has reaffirmed an employer’s duty of care to its workers to take reasonable care to avoid mental injuries in the workplace.

23 June 2022
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Specialty medical assessment tribunal applications now open

Experienced specialist medical practitioners are invited to join the Specialty Medical Assessment Tribunal - independent panels of medical specialists who decide complex medical questions.

2 November 2021
Media release

Mentally healthy workplaces make better business for all

As Mental Health Week kicks off, Queenslanders are urged to take time to focus on their mental wellbeing, while employers are asked to make their staff’s mental health a priority.

11 October 2021
Media release

Shane Webcke gets serious about work safety

Former footy warhorse Shane Webcke was famous for his on-field passion, determination and work ethic, but he’s now bringing these same qualities to his role as an advocate for work safety.

7 October 2021
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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.

15 June 2021
Media release

People at Work tool launched across Australia

Australia's only validated psychosocial risk assessment tool, People at Work, is up and running on a new free, digital platform.

26 February 2021
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Release of mental injury treatment guidelines

WorkCover Queensland is committed to facilitating best practice claims management and promoting positive outcomes for Queensland workers with injuries.

24 November 2020