COUNCILS landed with the job of making sure DIY renovators handle potentially deadly asbestos safely can take some comfort in the knowledge people are more aware of the dangers. Most people ...

EAGER Ulster DIY-ers were today warned to be wary of uncovering deadly asbestos while carrying out renovations. EAGER Ulster DIY-ers were today warned to be wary of uncovering deadly asbestos while ...

It is feared do-it-yourself asbestos removal kits funded by the Tasmanian government could lead to a rise in the deadly material being dumped illegally. Workplace relations Minister, David O'Byrne has ...

Don't miss out on the headlines from Bundaberg. Followed categories will be added to My News. Cancer Council and the Department of Health in WA have authored an online education course to remind ...

AS Victorian homemakers roll up their sleeves for the annual spring DIY boom, it is timely to remind them that asbestos still lurks in one in every three Australian homes. Whether they are seasoned ...

Asbestos, once hailed as a miracle material for its fire-resistant properties, has become a significant health hazard in modern times. Understanding why professional asbestos removal is essential for ...

The warning from the Asbestos Safety and Eradication Agency comes during National Asbestos Awareness Week (November 20-26), with fears growing labour costs could tempt renovators to take shortcuts.