Alcohol causes more cancer cases than previously thought
Recent research from the University of Sydney indicates that alcohol consumption may be responsible for a greater proportion of cancer cases in Australia than previously estimated.
The study found that approximately 7,804 cancer cases in 2024 representing 4.6% of all diagnoses were attributable to alcohol use.
Australia’s first place-based RAP to launch in WA’s Great Southern
Australia’s first place-based Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP) is to be launched in Kinjarling (Albany) marking a significant milestone in reconciliation.
Co-designed with the local community, the initiative supports genuine self-determination and reflects a community-led approach.
Smoke Alarm Action Day
June 1 is Smoke Alarm Action Day and fire services across Australia are urging people to check they have a working smoke alarm.
In 2025, the Department of Fire and Emergency Services reported that more than half of WA properties engulfed by fire in the past year did not have a smoke alarm installed.
Safe Farms new podcast series
Safe Farms WA supports Western Australian farmers by providing practical work health and safety tools, resources, and guidance aimed at improving compliance, enhancing productivity, and reducing workplace injuries.
Safe Farms WA has introduced a series of podcasts for industry updates and the latest safety information.
National Burns Awareness Month
National Burns Awareness Month (NBAM) aims to drive greater awareness amongst the Australian community of burns prevention and the correct first aid treatment for burns.
National Burns Awareness Month is an initiative of Kidsafe and is held in June each year as there is a significantly increased risk of burns during winter.
Kidsafe has developed a Community Awareness Kit for organisations, groups and services to get involved.
Upcoming Events
- National Water Safety Summit | 23 and 24 July, Sydney
- World Safety Conference 2026 | 2-4 September 2026, South Africa
- 2026 Australasian Road Safety Conference | 26 – 29 October 2026, Sydney
- 10th National Brain Injury Conference | 10 – 12 November 2026, Sydney
- STOP Domestic Violence Conference | 23-26 November 2026, Canberra