Goulburn Mulwaree Council in New South Wales have been asked by Yass Valley Council if they could dispose of asbestos which was removed from a fire damaged building, in the Goulburn tip as they do not hold the required licence.
Mayor of Goulburn Mulwaree Council has confirmed that the council has agreed to allow the asbestos waste to be dumped. However this would have an impact on their tip so the two councils have been in financial negotiations and Goulburn is still waiting to see if Yass Valley is bringing the asbestos to them.
The Mayor is assuring the Goulburn community that there will be no risk to the public’s health if the asbestos is to be dumped in Goulburn tip. Yass Valley Council will be making sure the waste is transported safely and then tip employees who are fully qualified will be handling the asbestos waste.
These safety precautions are extremely important as even minimal exposure to asbestos can lead to a person contracting an asbestos related illness such as mesothelioma.
Australia was a large user of asbestos in the past and the unfortunate legacy is that asbestos diseases, especially mesothelioma which is expected to peak within the next decade, have become major health concerns. Residents all over Australia have been affected, including in such places as Goulburn. Many of those suffering asbestos conditions have pursued asbestos compensation claims in Australia to ensure their family’s interests are looked after.
