Asbestos
Contaminated sand clean up requirements a grey area
The clean-up requirements for the potentially asbestos contaminated colourful kids play sand are a bit of a grey area according to professionals doing the job. Chris Saunders is the president of the… Audio
Parents worry homes may be contaminated as play sand recalled
Dismayed parents are grappling with whether their homes could be contaminated as they try to rid them of play sand that could have traces of asbestos. They are angry and feel there has been no real… Audio
Product safety rules for toys not fit for purpose - Consumer NZ
Product safety rules for kids toys and craft materials are not fit for purpose, with the rise in giant e-commerce retailers according to Consumer NZ. The safety of children's play things is centre… Audio
Parents and staff concerned over asbestos contamination
An increasing number of schools and early childhood centres are closing due to potential exposure to asbestos, which has been found in types of educational play sand. Dr Terri-Ann Berry, board chair… Audio
Potential contamination closes dozens of schools
Parents who have the potentially contaminated asbestos sand in their homes want more guidelines as to how to manage the substance. Mother Janelle Hill spoke to Charlotte Cook. Audio
The cancer-causing dangers in our workplaces
New Zealand's first-ever Carcinogen Survey has found alarming numbers of people are exposed to cancer-causing agents in their work. What can we do about it? Audio
The cancer-causing dangers in our workplaces
New Zealand's first-ever Carcinogen Survey has found alarming numbers of people are exposed to cancer-causing agents in their work. What can we do about it?
AudioUnion sends prison uniforms for asbestos testing
The risk of breathing in asbestos during the Waikeria Prison riot earlier this year may never be known because Corrections rushed to clean equipment before testing it. Corrections has confirmed there… Audio
Asbestos poisoning - The Air That We Breathe - Kara Douglas
Wellington-based author Kara Douglas tells Lynn Freeman about her personal link to what has been dubbed one of Australia's worst industrial disasters. Audio
Asbestos court ruling 'bittersweet' victory for family
Deanna Trevarthen's family continued the legal fight over ACC cover after her death at the age of 45 from asbestos-related lung cancer. Audio
Family continues fight for asbestos cancer sufferer
Family and friends of a woman who died after being exposed to asbestos on her father's clothing went to the High Court in Wellington today to continue her battle for ACC cover.
Family continues fight for asbestos cancer sufferer
Family and friends of Deanna Trevarthen, who died after being exposed to asbestos on her father's clothing, have gone to the High Court in Wellington today to continue her battle for ACC cover. Audio
Families forced out due to asbestos contamination
Two Hastings families forced out of their homes are frustrated they still don't know when they'll be able to return, three weeks after they had to leave due to asbestos contamination. Lisa Owen… Video, Audio
Asbestos dust causing concern in Lower Hutt
Workers in a Lower Hutt suburb are angry after receiving a positive test for asbestos from dust coating their work vehicles, after a massive industrial blaze. They work down the road from the Chair… Audio
Asbestos removal to cost $285,000
The Christchurch City Council has to remove a new path behind homes in Waimairi Beach because the soil used is contaminated with asbestos. It's removal is expected to cost $285,000. Audio
Science news: growing new skin and carbon nanotube warning
A German team has used gene therapy to grow replacement skin for a young boy with a rare genetic disorder, and concern carbon nanotubes used in boats, buildings, and sporting equipment could be as bad… Audio
DOC hoping to remove asbestos off Rangitoto
Tonnes of asbestos covered material has been sitting out in the open on Auckland's Rangitoto Island after a World War II base was demolished in the 70s. Audio
Waterblasters create asbestos nightmare
A Kaiapoi couple has been left tens of thousands of dollars out of pocket after their home was mistakenly waterblasted contaminating their property with asbestos. Video, Audio
Breaking down asbestos with plants
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Terri-Ann Berry from Unitec spoke to Bryan Crump about her research into breaking down toxic asbestos with plants, bacteria and fungi. Audio
Dateline Pacific morning edition for 6 June 2017
Illegal wildlife trade threatening Pacific species; better laws needed to protect women and children in Tonga; ExxonMobil employee held hostage in PNG's Hela province; Cook Islands musician and All… Audio
