Wednesday, 05 November 2025 09:02
PROTECTING NIGHT WORKERS WITH PLANNING
THE NSW Government has launched the NSW Night Worker Action Plan 2025–2028 to improve the wellbeing, safety and economic contribution of the 1.27 million people working between 6pm and 6am. The plan follows new research showing night workers face transport, security, health and childcare challenges. Key actions include better late-night transport, pilot gig-worker hubs, healthy food micro-markets, and new health and wellbeing resources. The initiative aims to boost productivity and better support workers who keep NSW running overnight.
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Wednesday, 05 November 2025 09:01
CALL FOR NEW SILICA REGISTER
LEADING law firm Slater and Gordon has welcomed the NSW Government’s new Silica Worker Register, calling it a vital step in protecting workers from rising silica-related illnesses. Practice Leader Nicole Valenti said silica exposure poses a serious risk to nearly 600,000 Australian workers, particularly in mining, construction, tunnelling and engineered stone. The register requires employers to record high-risk workers within 28 days of starting employment. Valenti noted younger workers are increasingly being diagnosed, urging ongoing protections, early monitoring and awareness of potential legal compensation avenues.
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Wednesday, 05 November 2025 08:59
YOUNG HOUSE INVESTORS ARE TAKING OVER
A NEW wave of young property investors is emerging, with nearly 60% of clients at Unicorn Buyer’s Agents now aged 30 or under. Gen Z is entering the market not just to own a home but to build long-term wealth, approaching property with strategy and financial literacy. They prioritise data, risk management and expert advice, partnering with buyer’s agents and advisors to future-proof purchases against policy, climate and planning changes. Their disciplined, information-driven approach is reshaping Australia’s property investment landscape.
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