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Student Injured in Balcony Collapse

A student was seriously injured after a balcony collapsed at St Kevin's College in Melbourne. WorkSafe is investigating.

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What happened at St Kevin's College?: A year 8 student at St Kevin's College in Toorak, Melbourne, sustained serious injuries after a balcony collapsed.
What is the student's current condition?: The student is in serious but stable condition, suffering fractures to their wrist, leg, and collarbone. They are responsive and receiving excellent care at the hospital.
What support is being provided to students and staff?: The school provided support services for staff and students who witnessed the incident, including EAP counselors. The school also expressed gratitude for the staff's quick response and support.
When did the incident take place and where did it occur?: The incident occurred around 11:20 am on Friday when the student was standing on a balcony. Paramedics treated the student before transporting them to the Royal Children's Hospital.
What actions are being taken to investigate the incident?: WorkSafe inspectors arrived at the school to investigate the cause of the balcony collapse. They examined the debris under the balcony, which was several meters high.

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