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1 in 3 country people can't identify mental illness

25 June, 2018

Rural and remote Australians are less likely to recognise the signs of mental illness, according to new research.


Heart disorders more common in stressful jobs

07 June, 2018

Research suggests that being stressed at work is associated with a 48% higher risk of a heart rhythm disorder called atrial fibrillation.


5 things to consider before implementing a wellbeing program

28 March, 2018

Research from the Workplace Wellbeing report shows that programs need to be more meaningful than just 'work perks' to improve employee wellbeing.


How your building could promote better employee performance

27 March, 2018

A well-designed working layout and 'green' working environment can increase organisational productivity by 19%, according to new research.


Researchers identify risk factors for kidney disease among farm workers

21 February, 2018

New risk factors for a mysterious kidney disease that affects farm workers worldwide have been revealed by researchers.


Workplace standing desks less healthy than first believed

16 February, 2018

Standing desks in the workplace may not be as healthy as first thought, according to new research.


Spill Station Australia founder passes away

13 February, 2018

Bruce Cartwright, founder of Spill Station Australia, died peacefully on 6 February.


Can you tell when your colleagues are stressed?

16 November, 2017

The way a person perceives stress also impacts the way they view the health and productivity of their workers, according to a new study.


Back to the future — Vision Zero

15 November, 2017 by Dave Cant*

The launch of an international Vision Zero campaign at the World Congress for Safety and Health last month certainly surprised many people.


Pilz Australia mourns loss of MD Scott Moffat

31 October, 2017

Australian Managing Director of Pilz Australia Mr Scott Moffat has tragically lost his life while on a business trip in Germany.


Enware CARE600 freestanding toilet

26 October, 2017

The Enware CARE600 freestanding toilet with support arms is designed to meet the specialised needs of those with a disability.


Suicide stigma broken down by Mates in Construction program

19 October, 2017

In an effort to prevent suicide among construction workers, more funding has been provided for the Mates in Construction program.


FIFO mental health in focus with new funding

18 October, 2017

A new mental health research project has been funded to provide further support to the fly-in fly-out (FIFO) sector.


Energy sector develops mental health strategies

13 October, 2017

The energy sector has released a mental health and wellbeing strategy as part of a national energy mental health and wellbeing forum in Melbourne.


Businesses urged to consider mental health training

13 October, 2017

The Red Cross is urging businesses to treat mental health with the same level of seriousness as physical health and safety during Mental Health Awareness Week in October.


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