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Worksafe explains how it will manage new WA Work Health and Safety laws in its first 12 months

On 31 March 2022, Western Australia joined other states and territories with proclamation of the new Work Health and Safety...

WorkSafe launches inquiry into the agriculture sector

WorkSafe Commissioner Darren Kavanagh will conduct an inquiry into Western Australia's agricultural industry after the most recent work-related death in...

Massive fines issued for companies and directors over worker deaths and injuries

Two WA companies and associated directors have been fined thousands of dollars over the death of a worker and serious...

How to prevent accidental activations of float-free EPIRBs

The Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) has reported several accidental float-free EPIRB activations due to incorrect mounting, storage and washing...

Free fishing industry leadership and representation training

A new online training program has been released to assist fishers to learn how to better engage with government departments...

Apply now for primary industries leadership scholarships

Applications are now open for the Australian Rural Leadership Program (ARLP), the flagship program of the Australian Rural Leadership Foundation...

Community shows support for local seafood

This week I’d like to take a few moments to recognise the amazing role the fishing industry plays in this...

Concerns being addressed across South Coast fisheries

Last week WAFIC’s Senior Operations Manager, Graeme Baudains and the Industry Consultation Unit Manager, Angus Callander attended a series of...

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