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How many, if any, workplace fatalities were reported to WorkSafe during the week of January 26th 2026?

Answered Question 2010 (2026)
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Jan Tinetti

List MP · Labour Party

Question

  • How many, if any, workplace fatalities were reported to WorkSafe during the week of January 26th 2026?

Answered by

Hon Brooke van Velden

Member for Tāmaki · ACT Party · Minister for Workplace Relations and Safety

Answer

I am advised that, between 26 January and 1 February 2026, WorkSafe New Zealand received one fatality notification between 26 January and 1 February 2026, which is yet to be assessed to determine if it is the result of a work-related incident.