Women and children are on the front line of the next generation of asbestos-related disease as young families run the risk of dangerous exposure via home renovations including replacing old fences.
DIY renovators beware of asbestos in fences
Protection from the cost of causing 3rd party injury or property damage
Protection from the cost of causing 3rd party injury or property damage
As a fencing contractor, you are responsible for third party bodily injury and property damage that occurs due to your activity or that of your business.
Ford Ranger recall
Ford Ranger recall
The Ford Motor Company has recalled nearly 90,000 of their Ranger vehicles.
Unsealed rainwater tanks could cause Dengue outbreaks
Unsealed rainwater tanks could cause Dengue outbreaks
Scientists are asking people to check their rainwater tanks, after new research revealed unsealed and damaged tanks could expose millions of Australians to the risk of mosquito-borne infectious diseases like dengue fever.
Dam safety under the spotlight
Dam safety under the spotlight
The Victorian Government is warning farmers and earthmoving contractors to be safe around dams following two serious incidents in April 2019, including a fatality.
More progress is needed in Airbag recalls
More progress is needed in Airbag recalls
The quarterly recall figures for Takata airbags reveal steady progress is being made in the recall but the ACCC is warning motorists not to become complacent.
Travelling? Get a measles vaccination before you go
Travelling? Get a measles vaccination before you go
Australians travelling overseas should consult their doctor, at least two weeks before they leave home, to ensure they are vaccinated against measles.
Rebate available: Quad bike fatalities serve as safety warning
Rebate available: Quad bike fatalities serve as safety warning
As the farming community comes to terms with the death of two children in quad bike accidents, the Victorian Farmers Federation (VFF) is urging all farmers to take extreme care when using quad bikes or consider using safer farm vehicle alternatives.
Stay safe on our roads this Easter and Anzac Day holidays
Stay safe on our roads this Easter and Anzac Day holidays
Local Government NSW (LGNSW) is joining the police and Transport for NSW in urging motorists to drive safely over the holidays.
Be aware of electrical dangers during Easter DIY jobs
Be aware of electrical dangers during Easter DIY jobs
Easter brings out the opportunity to DIY, but QLD Energy Minister Dr Anthony Lynham just wants everyone to keep safety top of mind before they break out the toolbox and ladder.
