This summary report outlines recent developments in workers’ compensation schemes in Australia and New Zealand. 

Workers’ compensation schemes continue to evolve to meet emerging trends in relation to the changing nature of work. 

The report provides an overview of recent developments in workers’ compensation schemes across all jurisdictions, including:

• administration and scheme delivery changes
• policy developments
• legislative amendments.

Safe Work Australia produces this report every 2 years in collaboration with Australian and New Zealand workers’ compensation authorities.

Supporting information

Comparison of Workers’ Compensation Arrangements in Australia and New Zealand (2021)
Comparing workers’ compensation in Australia | Safe Work Australia