ACT Schools Asbestos Cleanup: 11 Still Closed
Asbestos contamination in coloured sand keeps 11 ACT public schools closed. Licensed removalists work around the clock as reopening timeline remains uncertain. Full details.
Asbestos contamination in coloured sand keeps 11 ACT public schools closed. Licensed removalists work around the clock as reopening timeline remains uncertain. Full details.
ACT parents express fury over government's handling of asbestos contamination in schools, citing confused messaging and unnecessary mass closures. Minister Yvette Berry under fire.
A detailed timeline of the ACT schools asbestos shutdown. Discover how the crisis unfolded, which schools are affected, and the ongoing testing and removal efforts.
Education Minister Yvette Berry updates Canberra school closures as asbestos removal continues. Get the latest list of open and closed schools for Wednesday, November 19.
Asbestos-contaminated sand forces ACT school closures for a third day. 25 schools fully closed, 16 partially. Get the full list of impacted schools and updates.
A cancer specialist reassures parents about the asbestos risk in recalled coloured sand. Learn the facts about exposure and safe disposal steps to protect your family.
Mass ACT school closures over asbestos-tainted sand create parent chaos. Why did Canberra act alone when other states kept schools open? Full analysis inside.
Canberra parents check which schools are open Tuesday after asbestos found in decorative sand. Full list of closures and partial openings revealed.
Canberra parents face school closures as asbestos concerns spread through magic sand products. ACT government response leaves families scrambling for last-minute arrangements.
More than 65 ACT public schools forced to close after new asbestos discovery in Kmart sand products. Education officials scramble to conduct safety inspections.
ACCC expands asbestos recall for kids' sand products from Kmart and Target. Health risk deemed low, but consumers urged to bag and safely store items. Full details.
Kmart has urgently recalled its magic sand products after potential asbestos traces were found. Parents and schools are urged to stop use immediately. Learn how to safely dispose of the items.
Multiple ACT schools and a Brisbane school close after asbestos is found in children's coloured sand. Health experts explain the low but present risks and provide safe disposal guidelines.
Multiple Adelaide schools closed after asbestos found in sand. Health authorities investigating potential exposure. Parents urged to monitor children for symptoms.
Nationwide alert as asbestos-contaminated coloured sand sparks school and childcare closures. Learn which products are affected and the safety steps to take.
Multiple WA public schools halt use of coloured sand products after asbestos contamination discovery. Health alert issued as investigation continues.
Popular Bondi Sands sunscreen recalled from Coles, Chemist Warehouse due to texture & separation issues. Check your batch numbers for a full refund.
ACT government defends sudden public school closures amid asbestos concerns in children's sand. Parents scramble as testing continues. Will schools reopen Monday?
Multiple Canberra public schools closed Friday due to asbestos contamination in decorative sand. WorkSafe ACT advises testing and remediation. Get the full list of affected schools.
Popular children's coloured sand recalled after asbestos detection. Stop use immediately and follow safety steps for disposal. Full recall details inside.
Western Australian councils confront a $3 billion asbestos removal bill. Alison Xamon argues ratepayers shouldn't foot this massive environmental cleanup cost.
The Wiggles recall over 3,100 Emma Bows due to missing button battery warnings. Learn about the dangers and the group's safety pledge. Stay informed.
Major beauty recall rocks NSW as nine skincare products containing illegal plastic microbeads are urgently removed from sale. Health authorities issue warning about banned ingredients.
Popular craft brewer Little Creatures has issued an urgent nationwide recall for specific beer batches sold at major retailers due to potential contamination risks.
Australian fitness brand Muscle Nation issues urgent recall for popular protein bars due to undeclared milk allergen. Consumers warned not to eat affected products.