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Kaya reader,
On Tuesday 16 September, we welcomed over 650 delegates to Optus Stadium for a day of connection, insight and inspiration to amplify our individual and collective impact.
The WorkCover WA Conference 2025 explored how leadership, empathy and innovation are shaping the future of workers compensation and injury management to drive meaningful outcomes for workers, employers and service providers alike.
Relive all the highlights of the big day, from keynotes by Simon Kuestenmacher and Jelena Dokic to the hustle and bustle of the marketplace with our highlight video and full gallery of photos!
Most importantly, for all our scheme participants: your impact matters. We hope you will join us in committing to amplifying your impact all year round.
Read on for more on how we're amplifying all we do.
What's new?
WorkCover WA Annual Report 2024/25
Hot off the press, check out our Annual Report 2024/25 for a deep dive into WorkCover WA’s operational and financial performance in a transformational year following the commencement of the Workers Compensation and Injury Management Act 2023.
Read it section by section or download the full report via our website now.
Reports and statistics
WorkCover WA Quarterly Reports
Our statistical reports analyse and offer insights into the health and viability of the Western Australian scheme. This month, we released:
- Claims Experience Status Report - June 2025
- Scheme Status Report - March 2025
- Insurer Claim Report - March 2025
Injury Matters – Falls Report 2025
Injury Matters has released the 2025 Western Australian Falls Report to raise awareness of the growing incidence of falls in WA and the need for urgent preventative action. This annual publication highlights the impact that falls have on the WA community.
Amplifying opportunities
WorkCover WA will sponsor three scholarships for WA healthcare professionals to complete the online post-graduate course Compensable Health and Medicine developed by Monash University and the Personal Injury Education Foundation.
The course is suitable for GPs, physiotherapists, psychologists, occupational therapists and other allied health professionals and will run from 16 March to 22 May 2026.
More information about the course and how to apply is available via our website. Applications close Friday 21 November.
Amplifying compliance
A phone repair business has recently been ordered to pay over $200,000 in fines, costs and avoided premiums - one of the biggest fines in WorkCover WA compliance history.
Operating in multiple locations through WA, the company employed 78 workers over 16 months without workers compensation insurance in place.
And yet, with a single claim having the potential to cost a business hundreds of thousands of dollars the penalties pale in comparison to the cost of an uninsured claim.
WorkCover WA is continuing to invest in proactive employer education and prioritise compliance so every worker in WA is covered in the event of a workplace injury or illness.
Amplifying collaboration
First meeting of the APIA Principles and Standards Reference Group
The Approved Permanent Impairment Assessor (APIA) Principles and Standards Reference Group met for the first time in September, bringing together a diverse and highly experienced group of industry professionals and medical practitioners.
United by a shared commitment to improving the regulation of APIAs the group collaboratively discussed the priority areas the new Principles and Standards will be structured around in order to best reflect the needs of the scheme
We look forward to continuing this important work. The group will meet again in late October, with more updates to follow.
Spotlight on difficult conversations with It Pays to Care
This September, the It Pays to Care Team explored how an injured worker's return to work team can improve outcomes through respectful, regular communication. They explored how to use the new Messaging Matters IECCC Framework to help personal injury professionals improve their communication strategies to foster clear, compassionate interactions.
Celebrating excellence at the ARPA WA Awards
The workplace rehabilitation industry plays a vital role in supporting workers and the WA community. As a proud platinum sponsor, WorkCover WA was pleased to celebrate the very best of the workplace rehabilitation industry on 17 September at the ARPA WA Excellence in Workplace Rehabilitation Awards. Our congratulations to all the finalists and winners!
Coming up
PIEF National Conference 2025 in Sydney
26 - 28 October 2025
In Sydney this October? Catch General Manager Regulatory Services, Rebecca Harris, and Manager Regulation, Rob Parkes, on the National Stage at the PIEF Conference in Sydney from October 26 - 28.
ARPA National Conference 2026
31 August - 2 September 2026
The ARPA National Conference is coming to Perth in 2026! Save the date for the biggest event in workplace rehabilitation, mental health, resilience science and the future of work. Stay tuned for more information.
Amplifying safety
Work-related injury and illness can have a devastating impact on individuals, their families, and the broader community.
That's why we encourage every workplace in WA to take meaningful steps towards improving their safety culture.
This October for National Safe Work Month let’s work together to amplify the message that safety matters all year round and commit to building safe and healthy workplaces across WA.
Find out more and explore WorkSafe WA's resources, guidance, toolkits and Safe Work Month events.
Amplifying regional engagement
Regular regional visits are one of the ways we connect with workers and employers throughout WA to raise awareness and promote compliance with workers compensation rights and obligations.
This September, WorkCover WA inspectors travelled to Geraldton and Esperance to conduct site visits, connect with service providers, and provide valuable resources to local hospitals, GPs and community hubs.
Stay tuned for an update on our next regional visits!
Important dates
PIEF Conference 2025 (Sydney)
26 - 28 October 2025
Prospective APIAs Guidelines training
6 November 2025
ARPA National Conference 2026
31 August - 2 September 2026
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 and present.
