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10 June 2025
$350,000 fine over Benalla timber mill death

A BENALLA timber processor has been slammed with a six-figure fine after a worker died when he became entangled in a conveyor belt shaft in May 2018.

The Melbourne County Court on Thursday convicted and sentenced D&R Henderson Pty Ltd after the Benalla factory pleaded guilty to failing, so as reasonably practicable, to provide and maintain a safe workplace.

A fine of $350,000 was also imposed, first...

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