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Australian Government Agencies

The following table lists publications and websites made available by various Australian workplace safety authorities regarding workplace bullying. Information about bullying is always being updated - search for "workplace bullying" on the workplace safety authority website in your jurisdiction for a range of current reources.

Jurisdiction

Agency

Publication(s)




Commonwealth

Comcare Australia

Bullying in the workplace. A guide to prevention for managers and supervisors.

ACT

ACT Work Safety Commissioner

Bullying resources

NSW

NSW WorkCover Authority

Preventing and responding to workplace bullying 2009 and various other publications

NT

NT Worksafe

Managing stress in the workplace: a practical guide for managers [Guide]

QLD

Division of Workplace Health and Safety (Dept of Training and Industrial Relations)

Workplace Harassment

SA

Safe Work SA

Bullying is a safe work issue

TAS

Workplace Standards Tasmania

Workplace bullying information

VIC

WorkSafe Victoria

Preventing and responding to bullying at work [July 30 2009]

WA

WorkSafe Western Australia

Dealing with bullying at the workplace

International Government Agencies

Commission des norms du travail Montreal
Irish Health and Safety Authority
New Zealand Department of Labour
Ontario Ministry of Labour
Swedish Work Environment Authority
UK Health and Safety Executive
Worksafe Saskatchewan


Other services

Talking Minds provides individual therapy and counselling in a number of areas including in relation to workplace bullying. Ms Trudy Wilson is the principal counsellor and therapist. A Medicare rebate may apply with a referral from a GP under a Mental Health Care Plan.

Aequus Partners is a management consultancy specialising in diversity and flexibility. We conduct research and training as well as investigate/mediate complaints (eg of bullying).

Counselling Psychologist Francesco C LoPizzo (NSW Reg no. 1829). A personalised and integrated psychological service is offered to individuals and couples experiencing life and/or workplace difficulties and stresses. Cognitive Behavioural Treatment (CBT); Interpersonal Therapy (IPT); and psychotherapy are offered in short or long-term arrangements. Location:The Quadrant, 54 Mountain Street, Broadway, Sydney NSW. Telephone: 92111005. Rebates: Medicare or private health cover rebates are available for eligible individuals.

STEPS is an organisation specialising in workplace safety. STEPS provides a range of services that can assist organisations and/or individuals in preventing and managing workplace hazards such as bullying, aggression and violence. We have a team of Psychologists and mental health professionals working with us. We offer a range of services including: training/workshops; advice (including policy and procedural assistance); investigations; professional coaching (including leadership, behaviour change etc); psychological counselling. We also offer other services which can provide assistance to organisations in areas such as conflict and team building. For a more detailed list of our services, refer to www.stepsworkshops.com.au or e-mail info@stepsworkshops.com.au


Organisations that can help

Beyond Blue is an Australian organisation that provides information about depression to consumers, carers and health professionals

Headspace is the National Youth Mental Health Foundation funded by the Australian Government Department of Health and Ageing under the Youth Mental Health Initiative Program.

Lifeline provides a 24 hour crisis telephone counselling service, and a variety of other services across Australia

MensLine Australia is the national telephone support, information and referral service for men with family and relationship concerns.

SANE Australia is a national charity working for a better life for people affected by mental illness

The Line is managed by the Australian Government Department of Families, Housing, Community Services and Indigenous Affairs, and is aimed at increasing knowledge about respectful relationships

Relationships Australia provides a wide range of relationship services and research

The NSW Anti-discrimination board investigates and conciliates complaints of discrimination, harassment and vilification. It informs and educates the people of NSW, employers and service providers about their rights and responsibilities under anti-discrimination law

The Australian Human Rights and Equal Opportunity Commission (HREOC) has information and resources on  discrimination, harassment and bullying

Mental Health Associations in all States and Territories around Australia offer information, advocacy services and resources on mental health issues

The Equal Opportunity Commission of South Australia takes enquiries, handles and investigates complaints in SA relating to discrimination, harassment and victimisation, as well as providing comprehensive training and education programs to community and business on all aspects of equal opportunity law

ACAS UK (Advisory, Conciliation and Arbitration Service) aims to improve organisations and working life through better employment relations