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As part of Safe Work Australia Week 2009, Comcare announced the sponsorship of four scholarships for professionals working in the specialist field of injury management.

The 2010 Comcare National Seminars program has been released and registration is now available online.

At its December 2009 meeting, the Safety, Rehabilitation and Compensation Commission (SRCC) endorsed the inaugural Compendium of OHS and Workers' Compensation Statistics.

Approved rehabilitation providers in the Comcare scheme are invited to submit renewal applications by 31 December 2009 for the next three-year approval period, commencing 1 July 2010.

Comcare is proud to partner with Safe Work Australia during Safe Work Australia Week, being held from 25 to 31 October 2009.

New model occupational health and safety (OHS) legislation currently being developed by Safe Work Australia, in partnership with the Commonwealth, state and territory governments and employer and employee groups, is now open for public comment.

To be held on 23 – 25 September 2009, this year’s conference will focus on what it means to be healthy and safe at work.

Comcare is seeking comments from employers, employees and claimants on its revised Claimant Charter for workers' compensation claims managed by Comcare.

Comcare, in partnership with the Australian Public Service Commission (APSC), has launched a new nationally accredited qualification in injury rehabilitation management.

Registration is now open for Comcare's next series of Seminars which will commence in March. The seminar program comprises of two half-day sessions with a focus on OHS, rehabilitation and return to work.

The new Comcare website has been developed to meet the needs of all our stakeholders - from OHS and case managers to claimants and service providers. With a raft of new features, the site allows you to easily find information and complete tasks.