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$150,000 fine after student's fingers severed by guillotine  

Thursday 24 September 2026

The Department of Education has been convicted and fined $150,000 after a student had three fingers severed during a jewellery design class at Beechworth Secondary College.

Truck driver to repay $200,000 for compensation fraud  

Thursday 24 September 2026

A truck driver who continued to work while receiving compensation for a work-related injury has been ordered to pay back more than $200,000.

Prevention of fires in secure facilities  

Wednesday 23 September 2026

WorkSafe is reminding employers about controlling risks associated with fires in secure facilities which accommodate high risk individuals.

WorkSafe investigates Tottenham warehouse fatality  

Tuesday 15 September 2026

A worker has died in an incident at a Tottenham warehouse this morning.

Expert advice and guidance on offer for Health and Safety Month  

Tuesday 15 September 2026

Victorian workplaces will be able to connect to better safety with the latest advice from industry experts and leaders through a series of in-person and online events next month.

WorkSafe investigates Truganina scissor lift fatality  

Thursday 10 September 2026

WorkSafe is investigating the death of a worker after an incident at a Truganina factory yesterday.

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