Victoria's WorkCover Modernisation
2nd April 2024
On 31 March 2024, a number of changes came into effect to modernise Victoria's WorkCover scheme.
These changes were made under the Workplace Injury Rehabilitation and Compensation Amendment (WorkCover Scheme Modernisation) Act 2024 (Scheme Modernisation Act).
The changes will deliver a more contemporary and sustainable scheme to make sure it continues to support Victorian workers in the future.
WorkSafe will continue to deliver enhanced, tailored support to workers through prevention, recovery and return to work.
The main changes to Victoria's WorkCover scheme are:
- new eligibility requirements for mental injury claims
- an additional whole person impairment requirement for workers to continue to receive weekly payments after the 130 week second entitlement period
WorkSafe will also increase their support for injured workers, helping them recover and return to work safely.
For full details on the changes go to https://www.worksafe.vic.gov.au/scheme-modernisation
Information Sheets:
Website: https://www.worksafe.vic.gov.au/scheme-modernisation
