News
New suitable employment publication online - 22 Feb 2010
A new publication, Suitable employment: A guide for rehabilitation case managers, is now available on Comcare's website.
Safety alert - Quad bikes - 16 Feb 2010
Employers who own and operate quad bikes should be aware of the hazards and potential safety risks.
Usability enhancements to www.comcare.gov.au - 28 Jan 2010
Comcare has launched a series of usability and accessibility updates to the www.comcare.gov.au user interface. Usability testing undertaken in May 2009 recommended minor changes to the interface design to enhance user experience.
New Comcare fax number - 07 Jan 2010
Comcare now has a single fax number for all claims and general correspondence. This fax number is 1300 196 971.
Release of the 11th CPM report - 22 Dec 2009
At its December 2009 meeting, the Workplace Relations Ministers’ Council (WRMC) endorsed for publication the Comparative Performance Report, 11th edition (CPM11) produced by Safe Work Australia.
Review of the Comcare HSR Training Course Accreditation program - 21 Dec 2009
In December 2008 the Safety, Rehabilitation and Compensation Commission (SRCC) endorsed a review of the Health and Safety Representative (HSR) Training Course Accreditation Program.
Update from Comcare’s CEO - 10 Dec 2009
Three months ago I began my role as Comcare’s CEO. Now more than 100 days into my stewardship, I want to share with you some of my insights and vision for the future of the Comcare scheme.
Comcare to prosecute Linfox for W.A. Forklift incident - 25 Nov 2009
Comcare, Australia's federal safety regulator, today initiated proceedings in the Federal Court of Australia against Linfox Australia Pty Ltd in relation to a forklift incident at Welshpool, Western Australia
Appointment of new SRCC chair - 24 Nov 2009
Comcare’s CEO Paul O’Connor has welcomed the Governor General’s appointment of Mr Peter Henneken as the new Chair of the Safety, Rehabilitation and Compensation Commission (SRCC).
Comcare wins an AHRI award - 12 Nov 2009
Comcare won the HR impact award at the 2009 Australian Human Resources Institute (AHRI) dinner held in Melbourne Wednesday night.
