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Newshound
08-16-2013, 11:56 AM
Stephen Hellyer is an ACT construction site statistic.

The 55-year-old carpenter, whose 38-year career was proudly unblemished by mishap or accident, fell on a worksite in the new Canberra suburb of Molonglo 18 months ago. He suffered a serious back injury.

Since that October day he has also been battling his way through a workers' compensation claim, has lost his home, career, friends, and ultimately his mental health.

His accident is one which has contributed to the ACT having the highest serious accident rate in construction in the nation, according to a report due for publication in October.


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