Minister Rishworth | Independent Review of the SRC Act

Question

1. The independent review of the SRC Act was provided to government on 25 September 2025, it contained 124 recommendations. Which recommendations has the government accepted, rejected, noted, or agreed to in principle? a. When will the Government publish its formal response? 2. What immediate administrative changes has government directed Comcare to implement to reduce harm to injured workers currently 'trapped in the system'? 3. What safeguards ensure claimants are not prejudiced when an Independent Medical Examination (IME) is delayed or unfunded for weeks while their matter continues?

Answer

Please see the attached PDF.

Documents

• Question with answer (PDF) (opens in a new tab)
• SQ26-000992.pdf (opens in a new tab)