Asbestos Victims Assoc. (SA)

08/03/2026

Today is International Women’s Day — a global day to recognise and celebrate the achievements of women, while also highlighting the inequality challenges that women continue to face.

This year’s theme 'Balance the Scales' acknowledges the importance of creating true equality for women in all settings through families, workplaces, communities, society and leadership.

It’s a reminder that while progress has been made, there is still work to do.

Today we celebrate the strength, resilience, and achievements of women everywhere — including our staff, clients, colleagues, supporters and professional partners and recommit to a more inclusive future.

08/03/2026

08/03/2026

As we head into 𝗜𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗪𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗻’𝘀 𝗗𝗮𝘆 this Sunday, we recognise the incredible contribution of women in every industry.

Here at SafeWork SA, we’re taking a moment to celebrate some of the many women who make our agency great – from inspectors keeping workplaces compliant, to technical experts sharing their knowledge, to our Help Centre staff supporting on the front line, and all the women in between, working tirelessly to keep workers safe.

We remain committed to ensuring every worker has the right to a safe and respectful workplace.

08/03/2026

Asbestos Awareness & Betty - The Asbestos Education House is with Ride in Shorts for Leah and Cherie Barber - Renovating For Profit.
This International Women’s Day, we recognise the extraordinary women whose courage and determination have helped raise awareness of the dangers of asbestos and protect others from its devastating impact.
We honour Carol Klintfält OAM and Serafina Salucci OAM, two remarkable advocates who, during their battles with mesothelioma, worked tirelessly to ensure Australians understood the risks of asbestos exposure. Their determination to educate others created a lasting legacy that continues today through the work of the Asbestos Education Committee and the resources available at asbestosawareness.com.au.
We also acknowledge our ambassador Cherie Barber - Renovating For Profit, whose ongoing support helps share vital asbestos safety messages to homeowners and renovators across Australia.
Today we also remember Leah Smith, a young mother from Mackay who tragically lost her life to mesothelioma after being unknowingly exposed to asbestos as a child. Leah was determined that her story would help prevent others from suffering the same fate. Her family continues to honour that wish through Ride in Shorts for Leah, supporting asbestos education and awareness.
On International Women’s Day, we celebrate the strength, leadership and legacy of women whose voices continue to drive change and help save lives.
💜 Their courage continues to inspire and protect future generations.

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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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.