Decorated public servant appointed ACT Auditor-General
Ajay Sharma, a 20-year veteran of the ACT Audit Office, has been appointed as the territory's new Auditor-General for a seven-year term, commencing February 2025.
Category : Search result: WorkSafe ACT
Uber Eats driver convicted for attempted kiss
A former Uber Eats delivery driver has been convicted and fined $800 for attempting to kiss a customer at her front door in what the court called inappropriate conduct.
Mental injury claims surge 40% in Victorian workplaces
WorkSafe Victoria reports alarming 40% rise in mental injury claims driven by workplace aggression. New campaign targets employers to improve psychological safety.
Mining companies charged over fatal Ballarat rockfall
Two mining firms face charges after a father was killed and a young man critically injured in a Ballarat Gold Mine rockfall. Learn the details of this workplace safety failure.
ACT public housing mould crisis leaves tenants helpless
Canberra public housing tenants endure dangerous mould and repair delays as maintenance contractor Programmed faces scrutiny. Housing advocates demand accountability amid growing waitlists.
20 Housing ACT jobs cut before Christmas
Twenty Housing ACT workers face unemployment just before Christmas as contracts end, despite Treasurer Chris Steel's assurance that Canberra's public service will continue growing.
Police seek men over Braddon altercation, head injury
ACT Policing is seeking public help to identify two men involved in a Braddon altercation that left a man with a serious head injury. Contact Crime Stoppers with info.
ACT Uses AI to Accelerate Planning Approvals
The ACT government is implementing artificial intelligence to streamline development assessments and meet housing targets. Chief Minister Andrew Barr reveals plans for faster approvals.
WorkSafe Investigates Byford School Needle Incident
WorkSafe launches investigation into Byford John Calvin School after used needle discovery sparks health concerns. School implements safety measures.
ACT Schools Asbestos Shutdown: Timeline of Events
A detailed timeline of the ACT schools asbestos shutdown. Discover how the crisis unfolded, which schools are affected, and the ongoing testing and removal efforts.
Child struck by car outside Canberra school, police appeal
ACT Policing is urging witnesses to come forward after a child was struck by a vehicle outside Gold Creek High School in Nicholls last month. The child sustained minor injuries.
ACT needs 80+ paramedics to fix ambulance crisis
An honest review reveals the ACT Ambulance Service is critically understaffed, needing over 80 paramedics. Night shifts are failing 96% of the time, risking response times.
ACT speeding fines earn $23 million, young drivers targeted
ACT set to collect $23 million from speeding fines this year, with drivers aged 18-35 receiving half of all infringements. Police debunk speed camera buffer myths.
69 ACT schools close due to Kmart asbestos scare
More than 65 ACT public schools forced to close after new asbestos discovery in Kmart sand products. Education officials scramble to conduct safety inspections.
Thunderbird Mine incidents downplayed by operators
Kimberley Mineral Sands and Re:Group insist excavator incidents at Thunderbird mine were minor. No injuries reported as WorkSafe investigates. Read the full details.
ACT approves Kaleen Sports Club demolition for apartments
The ACT government has approved demolition of Kaleen Sports Club for 96 apartments, sacrificing community facilities. Residents question lack of consultation and club neglect.
Liberals nominate Jeremy Hanson as Assembly Speaker
Canberra Liberals nominate Jeremy Hanson as Legislative Assembly speaker following Mark Parton's leadership takeover. Vote scheduled for December 2.
Asbestos scare closes Canberra public schools
Multiple Canberra public schools closed Friday due to asbestos contamination in decorative sand. WorkSafe ACT advises testing and remediation. Get the full list of affected schools.
Parton's mission to save ACT Liberals from civil war
New Canberra Liberals leader Mark Parton has three years to unite his fractured party or face electoral annihilation. Can he end the internal warfare and rebuild trust with voters?
Police raid uncovers Moncrieff cannabis cultivation operation
ACT Policing's targeted raid in Moncrieff reveals sophisticated indoor cannabis cultivation operation with hundreds of plants seized in ongoing crackdown on drug activity.
Speeding ute evades police in dramatic Canberra chase
A dramatic police pursuit unfolded across Canberra's suburbs after a speeding utility vehicle failed to stop for officers, sparking a dangerous chase through residential areas.
George Smith inducted into ACT Sport Hall of Fame
Rugby union icon George Smith, one of Australia's most celebrated flankers, receives prestigious Hall of Fame recognition for his extraordinary career with the ACT Brumbies and Wallabies.
Worker dies in tragic M1 upgrade accident near Newcastle
A construction worker has died in a horrific workplace accident on the M1 Pacific Motorway upgrade project near Newcastle, sparking WorkSafe investigations and raising safety concerns.
ACT Public Servants Earn Highest Wages in Australia
Canberra's public servants are now the highest-paid in the nation, with new data showing ACT government wages surging past other states and territories. Discover what's driving this unprecedented salary growth.
Canberra's Bulk-Billing Crisis Worsens
ACT residents face growing challenges accessing bulk-billing GPs as clinics struggle with Medicare rebate freeze and rising operational costs. Discover why Canberra's healthcare accessibility is declining.
Canberra Cannons' Surprising Legacy in Local Football
Discover how Canberra's basketball heritage is unexpectedly transforming the beautiful game in Gungahlin, creating a sporting legacy that crosses boundaries.
ACT teenagers denied bail over alleged terror plans
Two Canberra teenagers remain in custody after being denied bail over alleged terrorism plans that have rocked the nation's capital. Exclusive details emerge about the shocking case.
ACT govt blocks appeals for new northside hospital
The ACT government is seeking to fast-track Canberra's new northside hospital by preventing third-party appeals against its construction, aiming to avoid delays and meet growing healthcare demands.
Canberra's Sewerage System Gets Green Makeover
The ACT government is revolutionising sewerage charges with a consumption-based model that could save efficient households hundreds annually while promoting sustainable water use across Canberra.
ACT Coroner reveals Black Mountain crash details
A heartbreaking coronial inquiry uncovers the devastating details behind the fatal Black Mountain motorcycle crash that claimed the life of a beloved Canberra father.
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