Chris Donovan
Chris Donovan is the Assistant National Secretary of the Australian Workers' Union (AWU), known for his strong advocacy for workers' rights and safety. He has been vocal about the health risks associated with silica dust exposure in tunnelling, describing the situation as a staggering health disaster and criticizing regulatory bodies for their perceived negligence.
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Recent news mentions
Chris Donovan stated that Bennett’s diagnosis was a failure of responsibility across the industry.
Tunnel worker awarded $2.4 million after deadly diagnosis
Australia· 2025-12-03
Chris Donovan's story on the New Brunswick punk scene brought back memories for Fred Lum.
We answered your questions about the Underexposed series and photojournalism in Canada
Canada· 2025-11-04
Chris Donovan is one of the Globe photojournalists involved in the Underexposed photo series.
Q+A: Which hidden stories across Canada have our Underexposed photo series illuminated? Send us your questionsCanada· 2025-10-26
AWU assistant national secretary Chris Donovan said the scale of the 'health disaster is staggering', accusing the regulator of colluding with tunnelling companies.
Tunnellers face ‘hideously dusty and unsafe’ working conditionsAustralia· 2025-03-16
AWU assistant national secretary Chris Donovan said the scale of the 'health disaster is staggering', accusing the regulator of colluding with tunnelling companies.
Tunnellers face ‘hideously dusty and unsafe’ working conditionsAustralia· 2025-03-15