Changes to modernise Victoria's WorkCover scheme
The Workplace Injury Rehabilitation and Compensation Amendment (WorkCover Scheme Modernisation) Act 2023 (the Scheme Modernisation Act) has received Royal Assent and will commence on Sunday 31 March 2024.
The changes aim to deliver a more contemporary, sustainable WorkCover scheme that will continue to support injured workers into the future.
Detailed information about the changes to the WorkCover scheme is available on the WorkSafe website.
Premium changes
For information on 2023/24 premium changes, please click here.
WorkSafe scheme
WorkSafe is responsible for administering Victoria's workers compensation legislation, occupational health and safety legislation and the WorkSafe scheme.
The WorkSafe Scheme is a no-fault scheme which means that a workers entitlement to compensation is not linked to who is responsible for the injury or illness but is determined according to legislation.
To administer and provide services to employers and workers in accordance with legislation, standards and procedures, WorkSafe appoint Authorised Agents to manage this for them.
Gallagher Bassett is an authorised agent and provides expert workers compensation services throughout Victoria, including a unique Mental Health Hub, Early Intervention Specialists and Mobile Case Management.
Whether you need to set up or transfer Victorian workers' compensation insurance, or you're an employer, injured worker or broker/accountant/bookkeeper wanting to understand your obligations or entitlements, we understand this can be confusing. We are here to help and answer any questions you may have.
Please use the links below to access the support you need.
