Victoria to limit WorkCover compensation for some mental health injuries, sparking criticism

Daniel Andrews announces changes to scheme that will see support cut for those suffering stress

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The head of the Victorian public service union says former premier John Cain “will be turning in his grave” after the government’s decision to limit workers’ compensation for some mental health injuries.

The premier, Daniel Andrews, on Friday announced sweeping changes to the state’s WorkCover scheme, including limiting support to workers who experience mental health issues such as burnout and stress to 13 weeks.

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