What’s Coming Up / Australia & NZ
NSW's tougher psychological injury threshold excludes most serious claimants
What’s happening
Data from Law Partners Injury Lawyers shows that only 88 of 1,514 NSW psychological injury claimants assessed at 15% impairment or more in 2024–25 would reach the new 25% threshold. That means more workers with serious mental injuries will lose long-term workers' compensation support.
What to do
Strengthen early intervention, return-to-work and employer-funded psychological support, since fewer serious cases will be covered by the scheme.
How Workbliss can help
Workbliss runs stress, resilience and mental health programs, plus manager training on spotting early signs, across your locations.
Plan support for your teamsSource
hcamag.com. Checked October 19, 2026.