Asbestos has been found in heat exchanger tubes, imported from China and to be used in the redevelopment of the Port Pirie smelter.
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Interim Senate report shares concerns about asbestos imports
Toyota takes legal action against counterfeit parts with asbestos
Toyota Australia is taking legal action against those who are selling counterfeit brake pads, containing asbestos and designed for Toyota vehicles.
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Counterfeit Toyota brake pads containing asbestos available online
Toyota has said in a confidential dealer bulletin that counterfeit brake pads, containing asbestos and designed for Toyota vehicles, are available online.
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More Alcoa workers exposed to asbestos in WA, says union
White asbestos has been found at Alcoa's Pinjarra refinery in Western Australia and workers at the facility may have been exposed to it, according to the AMWU.
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NSW govt gives extra support for James Hardie asbestos victims
The NSW government will provide an extra $106m to ensure James Hardie asbestos victims receive up-front compensation payments.
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ACTU to fight James Hardie on asbestos compo
The Australian Council of Trade Unions has threatened to take legal action if James Hardie attempts to pay asbestos victims compensation in instalments.
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James Hardie asbestos claims higher than expected
Building materials company James Hardie has revealed that claims from its asbestos victims are increasing faster than expected.
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Asbestos victims call compensation plan ‘morally bankrupt’
A group representing asbestos victims has attacked a proposal to allow James Hardie to pay compensation in instalments and called it ‘morally bankrupt’.
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James Hardie confirms asbestos compensation may fall short
Building materials company James Hardie has confirmed the compensation fund for its asbestos victims may face a shortfall in the next three years.
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James Hardie may draw on loan for asbestos compensation
James Hardie may have to draw on a loan to cover asbestos compensation despite paying shareholders dividends of almost $600m in the last two years.
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Tyvek suits reduce risks associated with handling asbestos
Due to its smooth surface and antistatic treatment Tyvek prevents particles from adhering to the coverall.
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50,000-plus Holden cars recalled over brake concerns
Holden has made one of its biggest recalls ever, affecting 51,387 pre-2011 Captiva, Barina, Epica and Viva cars.
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No recall for Chinese asbestos cars
Ateco Automotive, importers of Great Wall and Chery, will not be recalling Chinese car models already with owners, after the vehicles were found to contain asbestos in their gaskets.
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