Victoria is set to introduce dedicated Occupational Health and Safety (Psychological Health) Regulations in December 2025, aligning with national standards. While key administrative proposals have been dropped, employers will still need to manage psychosocial risks systematically. Here’s what’s changing, what remains, and how to get prepared.

The Queensland Government has now introduced the Work Health and Safety (Sexual Harassment) Amendment Regulation 2024, requiring businesses to proactively manage workplace sexual harassment. This new regulation emphasises prevention through mandatory risk management and comprehensive planning.