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Asbestos

Banned but not gone: The import and new use of asbestos and asbestos containing materials is now banned in Australia. Unfortunately, many of our homes, workplaces and public places are still full of the stuff.  Find out more about what to do if you find asbestos in your home or in your workplace.
 
In this section you can get more information on:
  • Asbestos in the home or 
  • Asbestos in the workplace.
Note that asbestos in workplaces is regulated under Part 4.3 Asbestos of the OHS Regulations, 2007.

Items

  • "KILLER COMPANY - JAMES HARDIE EXPOSED"

     BY MATT PEACOCK - Book Review by Andy Alcock   ...read more

  • Tell Canada to stop exporting asbestos

    Most developed countries have banned asbestos, but the Canadian government actively promotes its sale around the world.  Take part in an international campaign....read more

  • Unions celebrate Alimta win

    The intense union and asbestos support groups campaign to make Alimta available to mesothelioma sufferers has been successful.  Find out more....read more

Reports

  • Latrobe Valley Report

    A 2004 report on the perspectives of Latrobe Valley workers exposed to asbestos, and their families....read more