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NSW asbestos mine poses health hazard

  •  14 August 2008
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AN ABANDONED asbestos mine in northern NSW could pose health problems to locals, according to the Asbestos Diseases Foundation of Australia.

The Foundation took samples containing between 30 to 60% of pure asbestos fibre.

ADFA representatives claim the mine is dangerous for locals and tourists in the area.

The NSW DPI says it was not aware the mine posed a threat, and claims the site is as stable as it can be. However, it will investigate the concerns.

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