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With just over a month to go we can't wait to see you at our 2023 Conference! As promised, it is set to be a BIGGER and BOLDER experience than ever before. Follow us on social media for more updates over the coming weeks.
August has seen the Workers’ Compensation and Injury Management Bill 2023 continue to progress through Parliament. After passing the Legislative Assembly in May, the Bill has progressed to the Legislative Council. With debate and discussion ongoing, we look forward to sharing more updates.
In breaking news, we are pleased to announce the Personal Injury Education Foundation (PIEF) National Conference is coming to Perth in 2024! WorkCover WA, partnering with the Insurance Commission of WA, is set to host this event on 28, 29 and 30 October 2024 at Crown Resort and Optus Stadium. Read on for our insights into the 2023 PIEF Summit held in Adelaide this August.
FOCUS
Forward. Together
Thank you to our Conference sponsors!
Our sponsors are vital to the success of our Conference.
We would like to acknowledge and thank our platinum sponsor, QBE, and all of our Conference sponsors: IPAR, CGU, EML, RediMed, Konekt, APM Workcare, ARPA, GIO, Allianz Australia, Zurich Australia, Medicins Legale and Business Events Perth.
We look forward to working in partnership with all our sponsors to deliver this unmissable event!
OTHER NEWS
Connecting with PIEF
National Summit - The Future of Work
On 29 and 30 August, WorkCover WA staff attended the PIEF National Summit in Adelaide.
The Summit provided an opportunity for industry professionals to showcase exceptional outcomes and best practices in the personal injury field. WorkCover WA CEO Chris White participated in a panel discussion about the critical elements of case management, sharing insights from WA.
WorkCover WA was also a proud gold sponsor of the event, sponsoring keynote speaker and innovator Dr Jordan Nguyen, who spoke on the power of AI and technology to transform lives.
We believe It Pays to Care
Influencing Employers Symposium
It Pays to Care (IPTC) is a call for change and action to improve health and recovery outcomes and reduce barriers to care for people experiencing work injuries.
On 31 August, WorkCover WA General Manager Regulatory Services Rebecca Harris attended the IPTC Influencing Employers Symposium in Adelaide.
The symposium explored how insurers and regulators can influence employers as the way workplaces approach injuries is a key driver of case outcomes. Attendees discussed what barriers exist, and how to overcome these barriers and influence employers to create lasting change.
Working with Medical Specialists
Peer Review Session
Approved Medical Specialists play an important role in the WA workers’ compensation scheme by assessing an injured worker’s degree of whole person impairment caused by workplace injuries.
Facilitated by independent occupational physician Dr Steven Overmeire, attendees worked through case studies and discussed assessment methodologies, noting areas of potential error and ambiguity.
We look forward to hosting more opportunities for development and connection between industry specialists throughout the coming year.
Celebrating diversity
Wear it Purple Day
On August 25, WorkCover WA staff, led by members of our Mandi Mart (youth action group), wore purple in support of LGBTQIA+ youth.
Wear it Purple Day is an international initiative promoting support and acceptance of LGBTQIA+ youth, and start important conversations that challenge preconceptions about sexuality, sex and gender.
WorkCover WA celebrates the diversity of our workforce and strives to create a welcoming and inclusive environment where all staff can thrive.
Foundations of Workers’ Compensation: WRPs
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WorkCover WA Conference 2023
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Events and Important Dates
WorkCover WA Conference 2023
13 October 2023
ARPA WA Excellence in Workplace Rehabilitation Awards
13 October 2023
WorkCover WA acknowledges the traditional custodians throughout Western Australia and their continuing connection to the land, waters and community.
We pay our respects to all Aboriginal communities and their cultures, to elders past, present and emerging.
