ACT Schools Asbestos Shutdown: Timeline of Events
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.
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Canberra school closures update for November 19
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.
ACT School Closures: Asbestos Crisis Day 3
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.
Alcohol Safety Campaign After Laos Methanol Deaths
The Albanese Government launches 'Drinking? Drink Mindfully' campaign with families of Melbourne teens who died from methanol poisoning in Laos. Essential reading for Schoolies travellers.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Influencer's plea after toddler's pool drowning tragedy
Emilie Kiser marks six months since her son Trigg's drowning with urgent safety advice for parents. Learn about pool fences, supervision, and preventing family tragedies.
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.
Energex crews face 300 threats from pets and people
Energex reports nearly 300 attacks on its Queensland workers in the past year, with aggressive pets and people posing major safety risks. Learn how to keep crews safe.
Boy, 8, drowns in display home pool in northern Victoria
An eight-year-old autistic boy drowned in a display home pool in Kialla. His father demands pool covers, while the company insists safety regulations were met. Download the 7NEWS app.
Geelong Nightlife Strip Weekend Road Closures
Little Malop Street in Geelong will close weekends for safety improvements. Local businesses divided over the trial starting February 16. Details here.
Police crackdown on e-scooters after rising deaths
Australian police launch major safety crackdown as e-scooter fatalities surge nationwide. New enforcement measures target dangerous riding behavior.
Wiggles Recall Emma Bow Over Button Battery Risk
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.
Worker dies in tragic M1 upgrade accident near Newcastle
A construction worker has died in a horrific workplace accident on the M1 Pacific Motorway upgrade project near Newcastle, sparking WorkSafe investigations and raising safety concerns.
Cruise safety expert reveals how tragic death could be prevented
A leading cruise safety expert breaks down the preventable tragedy that claimed the life of Brisbane grandmother Suzanne Rees, offering crucial safety advice for Australian travellers.
Power Bank Explodes at Melbourne Airport, Passenger Burned
A routine airport wait turned terrifying when a passenger's power bank spontaneously combusted at Melbourne Airport, causing serious burns and forcing mass evacuations. Authorities issue urgent travel warning.
E-Bike Safety Crisis: Australia's Deadly Electric Boom
As e-bike popularity surges across Australia, alarming safety concerns and tragic fatalities spark urgent calls for regulation and rider education. Discover the hidden dangers of lithium-ion batteries and what experts say needs to change.
Lightning strike kills golden retriever puppy in SA
A South Australian family's heartbreaking warning after their golden retriever puppy was killed by lightning during a storm, prompting urgent pet safety advice from veterinarians.
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