In 2010 I was commisioned to do a Cartoon that would be presented to John Brumby for his efforts in reinstating injured workers rights.
A little background info:
In 1992, Jeff Kennett largely dismantled workers rights and significantly reduced benefits for injured workers. In 1999 the Bracks Government reinstated common law rights for compensation.
In 2007, the Victorian Brumby Government commissioned Mr Peter Hanks QC to review and report on the Victorian workers’ compensation system. He was given a broad mandate to review the efficacy and sustainability of the Victorian workers’ compensation scheme. Following on from this review the ‘Hanks Report’ (Hanks Report) was presented to the Victorian Government in July 2008, detailing over 150 recommendations for reform. The government responded to that report in 2009, and late last year introduced a Bill into parliament to amend the Accident Compensation Act 1985 (Vic) (ACA) and also the Accident Compensation (WorkCover Insurance) Act 1993 (Vic).
Here’s hoping John liked my depiction!
Below is the toon.
