On 8 December 2011 Council was advised of the establishment of the Heads of Asbestos Coordination Authorities (HACA) and a number of initiatives being undertaken by HACA.

One initiative includes the development and use of a Local Council Fact Sheet, which can be viewed by clicking this link:

http://www.workcover.nsw.gov.au/formspublications/publications/Documents/heads_asbestos_coordination_authorities_local_government_fact_%20sheet_3510.pdf

The following link also provides important information for home owners and renovators to be aware of how to safely manage asbestos in and around the home:

www.asbestosawareness.com.au

View the link below for information on the safe handling and removal of asbestos material.

This information is particularly useful for owners builders and renovators.

For more information on Asbestos, or other hazardous materials, please contact Councils Development Control department on 02 4823 4509 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it