Sydney council to trial Roundup replacement after workers walk off job
by Australian Associated Press from on (#4JG1G)
Blacktown City staff refused to continue using glyphosate weedkillers due to cancer concerns
A Sydney council says it will trial a new weedkiller after more than 500 workers walked off the job due to concerns over the use of the glyphosate-based Roundup.
The union which represents council workers said outdoor staff at Blacktown City Council last month refused to continue using glyphosate weedkillers, including Roundup, due to safety concerns.
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