Coloured sand recall: Cancer specialist advises calm
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.
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ACT School Closures Over Asbestos Sand Cause Chaos
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.
ACT Schools Reopen After Asbestos Sand Scare
Canberra parents check which schools are open Tuesday after asbestos found in decorative sand. Full list of closures and partial openings revealed.
Magic Sand Chaos: Canberra Schools Closed Over Asbestos
Canberra parents face school closures as asbestos concerns spread through magic sand products. ACT government response leaves families scrambling for last-minute arrangements.
69 ACT schools close due to Kmart asbestos scare
More than 65 ACT public schools forced to close after new asbestos discovery in Kmart sand products. Education officials scramble to conduct safety inspections.
More Kmart, Target Sand Recalled Over Asbestos Fears
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 recalls magic sand over asbestos fears
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.
Asbestos in children's coloured sand forces closures
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.
Venomous Snakes Invade Geelong Pools and Backyards
Geelong residents face increased snake encounters as venomous species invade pools and backyards. Experts warn to stay calm and call professionals for safe removal. Learn safety tips.
Asbestos in Sand Forces Adelaide School Closures
Multiple Adelaide schools closed after asbestos found in sand. Health authorities investigating potential exposure. Parents urged to monitor children for symptoms.
Asbestos in Coloured Sand Closes Schools
Nationwide alert as asbestos-contaminated coloured sand sparks school and childcare closures. Learn which products are affected and the safety steps to take.
WA Schools Remove Coloured Sand Over Asbestos Fears
Multiple WA public schools halt use of coloured sand products after asbestos contamination discovery. Health alert issued as investigation continues.
Dodgy Fine Removal Websites Target NSW Motorists
Motorists warned against using illegal websites claiming to clear fines and demerit points. False nominations could lead to $11,000 penalties as authorities crack down.
ACT School Closures Over Asbestos Scare
ACT government defends sudden public school closures amid asbestos concerns in children's sand. Parents scramble as testing continues. Will schools reopen Monday?
Asbestos scare closes Canberra public schools
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.
Urgent Recall: Kids' Sand with Asbestos
Popular children's coloured sand recalled after asbestos detection. Stop use immediately and follow safety steps for disposal. Full recall details inside.
WA Councils Face $3B Asbestos Crisis
Western Australian councils confront a $3 billion asbestos removal bill. Alison Xamon argues ratepayers shouldn't foot this massive environmental cleanup cost.
Council Apologises After 65 Trees Wrongly Chopped
A Perth council is forced to apologise after a contractor mistakenly cut down 65 trees during park upgrades. An investigation is now underway into the green blunder.
Victoria Park Mayor Apologises for 46 Trees Removal
Victoria Park Mayor Karen Vernon issues public apology after 46 trees wrongly removed during Elizabeth Baillie Reserve upgrades. Town commits to planting 94 replacement trees.
Warner's Bay locals furious over footbridge demolition plans
Newcastle residents are outraged after discovering council plans to remove the popular Feighan Oval footbridge, a community landmark used by families and sports enthusiasts for decades.
Port Adelaide axes Warren Tredrea from board after probe
Port Adelaide Football Club has officially removed premiership hero Warren Tredrea from its board after an internal investigation revealed governance breaches, marking a dramatic fall from grace for the club icon.
Gold Coast's Cane Toad Cleanup Returns After Record Haul
Gold Coast residents are gearing up for another massive cane toad removal campaign after last year's record-breaking effort removed over 50,000 invasive pests from local ecosystems.
Massive whale removal operation stuns Bellambi crowds
A dramatic marine operation unfolded at Bellambi Boat Ramp as authorities worked to remove a deceased humpback whale, drawing crowds of fascinated spectators to the Illawarra coastline.
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