Asbestos Victims Assoc. (SA)

20/02/2026

Asbestos is a bigger problem than we thought—A Documentary by Veritasium

https://youtu.be/cMx139eTxoc?si=U8JrpbwNZLfPTwKv

This has US focus, but still an interesting watch

0:00 A Weavable Rock
9:41 The Asbestos Boom
13:06 What Does Asbestos Do To Humans?
16:57 The Doctor Who Exposed Asbestos
21:59 The Asbestosis Cover-Up
28:36 Where Is Asbestos Found?
33:18 How Did Asbestos Get Everywhere?
39:55 What Counts As Asbestos?
42:30 Asbestos Surrounds Las Vegas
47:56 When Was Asbestos Banned?
51:54 Should You Be Worried?

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19/02/2026

Our next Meso Hour session is coming up on Tuesday 3 March with Specialist Lung Cancer Nurse Amy O'Donnell , who will talk about the important role of the specialist nurse in a mesothelioma patient's journey.

Meso Hour is a dedicated national online program created for people and families living with . Through these sessions we aim to provide education and support for everyone impacted by this aggressive cancer. Whether you are a patient, carer, family member, friend, health professional or just interested in learning more, the Meso Hour is open to you. You can find out more and register for the March session here: https://addri.org.au/educate/meso-hour/

01/02/2026

ACCC Product Recall

The Wonder Co Scoop & Play Ice cream sensory bin and Scoop & Play Dino discovery sensory bin have both been recalled over concerns they may contain asbestos.

Sensory sand activity kits containing coloured sands that children dig in to reveal plastic dinosaurs or mould into ice cream/dessert shapes.
SKU:

24000867 – Wonder Co Scoop & Play Ice cream sensory bin
24004512 – Wonder Co Scoop & Play Dino discovery sensory bin

More info in comments

25/01/2026

There is no good dust. Thank you, SafeWork SA for your work.
Dust Diseases Allliance inc

Our inspectors have completed more than 20 inspections at SA mines and quarries in recent months as part of a year-long compliance campaign to improve safety around crystalline silica substances (CSS) in the industry.

The 𝟮𝟰 𝗮𝘂𝗱𝗶𝘁𝘀 have resulted in 𝟯𝟰 𝗶𝗺𝗽𝗿𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗻𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗲𝘀 being issued, with the need to improve worker training and health monitoring around CSS emerging as a common theme.

We’re continuing to work with the mining and quarrying industry to strengthen safety practices and support compliance.

Together, we can reduce the risks of silica exposure and protect workers’ health.

READ ABOUT OUR CAMPAIGN: https://ow.ly/IxRT50XZUvV

02/01/2026

Big win for workers' safety ✊

Indonesia’s High Court has thrown out a massive lawsuit by the asbestos industry aimed at silencing health and consumer advocates.

The ruling is a win for free speech, public health, and the right to speak out about the dangers of asbestos.

For more details, check our website apheda.org.au

Photo Credits: LION Indonesia

31/12/2025

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If you are a smoker & have been exposed to asbestos, your risk of contracting asbestos disease is much greater.
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31/12/2025

The Asbestos Product Guide, developed by the Asbestos and Silica Safety and Eradication Agency (ASSEA), provides a visual reference for various types of products with asbestos containing material (ACM) that can still be found in Australia.It provides images and descriptions of asbestos products, inf...

18/12/2025

Video of our Asbestos Memorial at Pitman Park, City of Salisbury, SA, Australia

This is "2025 Salisbury Asbestos Memorial" by Digiflix on Vimeo, the home for high quality videos and the people who love them.

16/12/2025

ACTU statement on Bondi Beach terror attack

16/12/2025

The hero shop owner who disarmed one of the alleged Bondi gunmen by throwing himself at the heavily armed man faces a months-long recovery after being shot during the massacre on Australia's iconic beach.

Ahmed Al-Ahmed, the 43-year-old father who bystanders say likely saved many lives when he ripped a gun out of the hands of one of the alleged attackers, underwent surgery in hospital on Monday.

NSW Premier Chris Minns visited Ahmed in hospital on Monday night, praising his "incredible bravery".

"There is no doubt that more lives would have been lost if not for Ahmed's selfless courage," he said in a Facebook post.

An online fundraiser to recognise the small business owner for his bravery had raised more than $1 million by Monday evening.

At least 16 people died, including one of the alleged shooters, and many more were left injured after the gunmen took aim at a crowd gathered for a Hanukkah celebration at the beach just before 7pm on Sunday.

Learn more: https://bit.ly/44whbAq

16/12/2025

16/12/2025

Why is it important to have a Will?

A Will ensures your wishes are legally recognised and can bring peace of mind during a difficult time. An executor is the person named in your Will who helps carry out your wishes. When planning for the future, it can be comforting to know who that will be. If there isn’t a Will, an administrator will be appointed to take on a similar role.

To help make things clearer during what can be an emotional and overwhelming time, we’ve created an informative, supportive hub on our website. You'll find explanations on what executors do, how the process works, and information about writing your Will: https://ow.ly/bEEM50XHpjN

If you'd prefer to have a chat about Wills, please get in touch - we’re always here to help.
📞 Tel: 0800 169 2409
📧 Email: giftsinwills@mesothelioma.uk.com