Illegal Dumping to Blame for Melbourne Park Asbestos

Published on April 7, 2024

Asbestos fragments found at Melbourne parks could have been illegally dumped, according to the environmental watchdog. The Environmental Protection Authority (EPA) is investigating after asbestos fragments were found in the mulch of up to six Melbourne parks within the Hobsons Bay City Council and Merri-bek Council areas. Investigations are continuing into who supplied the mulch to three Altona North parks at the centre of the investigation. Hobsons Bay City Council has been unable to supply the name of the mulch producer for GJ Hosken Reserve, an off-lead dog area, to the EPA, but it is believed that it was delivered in 2017....

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