A rock collapse at the Ballarat Gold Mine in Victoria, Australia, has resulted in the death of a 37-year-old miner and left another worker critically injured.

The incident has raised safety concerns, particularly regarding the newly implemented mining technique known as air-legging.

The Australian Workers’ Union is calling for the introduction of workplace manslaughter laws to ensure corporate accountability for such tragedies.

There is ongoing controversy surrounding the construction of a fourth tailings storage dam at the mine, with disputes yet to be resolved.

The local community is advocating for stronger workplace safety measures following the fatal accident.

WorkSafe Victoria is actively investigating the circumstances of the rock collapse at the mine.

The Ballarat community is reported to be deeply affected by the loss and the repercussions of the accident.