Workers compensation

NSW Nominal Insurer (icare)

The Nominal Insurer (icare) is the workers compensation scheme in NSW, covering most workplaces (excluding the public sector, self-insured employers, and employers in a specialised insurance scheme). EML is appointed as a Claims Service Provider by icare. Explore the services we offer today.

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icare Insurance for NSW

icare Insurance for NSW and its Treasury Managed Fund covers public sector workplaces, like police, ambulance, and government offices. Discover your support options here:

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WorkSafe Victoria

WorkSafe Victoria’s WorkCover scheme is for Victorian companies and employees. Discover your support options under WorkCover:

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ReturnToWorkSA

ReturnToWorkSA covers South Australian workers and businesses. Discover your support options here:

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Comcare

Comcare is for federal employers and workers covering the Commonwealth, ACT Government, or companies licensed under Comcare. Discover your support options under Comcare:

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State-based self insurance

State-based self insurance is for businesses that choose to manage their workers compensation claims, meeting state requirements. Discover your support options if you’re self insured:

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Claims solutions

Accident & Health
Streamlined claims for non-work-related illness and injury, reducing risk, cost, and time to recovery.

Life insurance
Complex life insurance claims sensitively managed with the expertise and care your members deserve.

Superannuation
Expert, tailored management of income protection, TPD, and death claims, protecting your funds and members.

Specialised license management
Complete license management that ensures performance, compliance, and reduces risk.

Long tail claims
Confident, expert resolution of the most complex, long-running claims across every portfolio.

Compulsory third party (CTP)
High-volume CTP claims managed with speed and care and trusted by major insurers.

Expertise, backed by experience

No matter the need, our specialist approach has a solution.
Mutual Benefits

Training
Extensive range of training events and free access to e-learning courses via EMlearning.

Partnerships
Partnering with organisations that are committed to improving lives.

Mental health resource centre
A commitment to supporting workplaces and their employees with mental health resources and training.

Tools
Free online tools designed to simplify workplace health, safety and wellbeing.

Research & Innovation
A commitment to thought leadership, we invest in research to shape best practice in the personal injury industry.

Resources
Access to free workplace health and safety resources, injury management guides and videos.

Mutual Benefits Program

From prevention to recovery, we invest in innovative solutions with industry experts to tackle industry challenges and drive positive change.
News & Community

NSW workers compensation scheme reforms announced

The NSW Government has introduced reforms that will change how psychological injury...

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70,000 in-person visits to support recovery!

Our SA mobile claims team has reached a major milestone – 70,000...

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Partnering with TMF and emergency services in workers compensation for 20 years

In 2025 we recognise a significant milestone for our Insurance for NSW...

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Mutual Benefits Program Annual Report Release

We’re proud to launch the FY25 Mutual Benefits Annual Report - highlighting...

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Awards

2024September

PIEF 2024 Excellence in Personal Injury and Disability Management Awards has shortlisted four EML finalists

2023August

EML’s Nico Coad has won the Excellence in Customer Service Award at this year’s Personal Injury Education Foundation Awards for Excellence in Personal Injury and Disability Management.

2022October

EML’s Robyn Shepherd has won the Excellence in Injury & Disability Management (Return to Work/Community) Award at this year’s Personal Injury Education Foundation Awards for Excellence in Personal Injury and Disability Management.

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NSW workers compensation scheme reforms announced

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16 December 2025

70,000 in-person visits to support recovery!

Our SA mobile claims team has reached a major milestone – 70,000...

Partnering with TMF and emergency services in workers compensation for 20 years

In 2025 we recognise a significant milestone for our Insurance for NSW...

Mutual Benefits Program Annual Report Release

We’re proud to launch the FY25 Mutual Benefits Annual Report - highlighting...

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Pioneering change for recovery: Laura Martin PIEF 2025 finalist for outstanding leadership

EML’s Laura Martin is a PIEF 2025 finalist for outstanding leadership, recognising her decades-long ...

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6 October 2025

Leading with purpose: Matthew Vickers PIEF 2025 Finalist for Outstanding Leadership

The Excellence in Personal Injury and Disability Management Awards recognises the contribution individuals and ...

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29 September 2025

PIEF 2025 Awards: the team making a difference across NSW

One of EML’s five finalists in the highly competitive PIEF 2025 Excellence in Personal ...

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23 September 2025

Celebrating excellence: EML finalists in the 2025 PIEF Awards

At EML, we’re proud to recognise the individuals and teams whose innovation, leadership, and ...

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18 September 2025

EML named finalist in 2025 Comcare National Work Health and Safety Awards

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15 September 2025

R U OK? Day: Conversation heroes

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11 September 2025

You’re in safe hands with EML

The results are in and EML has once again set the standard in the ...

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5 September 2025

EML win Service Provider to the Insurance Industry at the ANZIIF Awards!

We're incredibly proud to share that EML Group was named the winner of the ...

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22 August 2025

EML Group and Matthew Vickers named Finalists in the 2025 Business NSW awards

EML Group and Matthew Vickers named Finalists in the 2025 Business NSW awards! ...

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8 August 2025

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