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Going blue for World Drowning Prevention Day
Landmarks across the country are being lit up in blue to mark World Drowning Prevention Day and raise awareness around water safety. Last year, we accepted over 18,000 water-related injury claims and there were 90 drownings.
25 July 2024
2 minute read
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Final report of Royal Commission of Inquiry into Abuse in Care
The final report of the Royal Commission of Inquiry into Abuse in Care has been presented to Parliament and released to the public. ACC is relevant to the inquiry as abuse in care can result in physical or mental injuries which are potentially coverable.
25 July 2024
1 minute read
![Cool Wakushima holding her snowboard with snow and trees in the background.](/assets/newsroom-images/cool-wakushima_1.jpg)
Cool’s story: Snowboard star’s long road to recovery
Star snowboarder Cool Wakushima’s dreams of Winter Olympics glory were nearly dashed by injury. But, with the support of ACC, she’s on the road to recovery and aiming to make history.
25 July 2024
3 minute read