Workplace Violence Aussie retailers want new laws to protect staff from customer violence Data reveals more than 800,000 attacks last year, leaving frontline employees scared to come to work iStock.com/Elmar Gubisch Image Chantelle Cloete Reporter Monday 01 September 2025 Woolworths, Australia’s largest retail chain, has released a series of harrowing videos showing violent attacks on its staff, as some of the nation’s biggest businesses call for new laws to p Get AccessContinue reading International Employment LawyerAlready have access? Login now Email Enter your email address. Password Enter the password that accompanies your email address. Reset your passwordLog in Need access? Find out how to enjoy unlimited accessGet access You might also like... Workplace Violence Time to ditch the “customer is king” mentality? Health & Safety Australian supermarkets respond to rising violence against retail workers Health & Safety Bondi Junction attack offers lessons on preparing for workplace tragedy Wellbeing California watchdog clarifies leave guidance for victims of violent crime