Article 6KTQ9 Asbestos found in recycled mulch next to playground in Melbourne’s west

Asbestos found in recycled mulch next to playground in Melbourne’s west

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Adeshola Ore and Australian Associated Press
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Local council confirms material was found at the Donald McLean Reserve in Spotswood

Asbestos has been discovered in recycled mulch at a park in Melbourne's west, prompting the closure of a playground and inspections of other public places.

A local resident, Jason Murphy had reported items found in tanbark near a new playground at Donald McLean Reserve in Spotswood to the local council earlier this week.

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