Asbestos found in compost at south-east Queensland waste site

Discovery comes amid investigation of asbestos crisis after hazardous material detected in mulch at more than 60 locations across greater Sydney

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Asbestos has been discovered in compost at a south-east Queensland waste facility, after the dangerous material was detected in mulch at more than 60 sites across New South Wales.

Guardian Australia understands Queensland’s environment department undertook proactive testing at sites in the state’s south-east after asbestos was found at parks and public spaces in Sydney.

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