Calling all Australian DIY renovators!

Calling all Australian DIY renovators! Have you been exposed to asbestos during a renovation project? Researchers at the University of the Sunshine Coast are conducting an important study to understand the psychosocial impacts of asbestos exposure on DIY renovators. Your story can help inform better support services and public policy. We’re looking for adults (18+)…

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Australian Clinical Guidelines for the Diagnosis and Treatment of Pleural Mesothelioma Coming in 2026

#asbestos #mesothelioma #project – On Friday 22nd of August, I and a team of Professionals were welcomed by ADDRI to the specialist group of mesothelioma experts that ADDRI have gathered to continue work on a vital project – the development of the new Australian Clinical Guidelines for the Diagnosis and Treatment of Pleural Mesothelioma. With…

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Victoria’s Largest Construction & Design Show Set to Launch at MCEC This October – Supported by the Premier of VIC and Lord Mayor of Melbourne

  On 22 & 23 October, Victoria’s largest construction and design show, Melbourne Build Expo, is set to be the most exciting construction trade show launch in Australia. This long-awaited, industry-shaping event will bring together 10,000+ construction professionals, 175+ cutting-edge exhibitors, and 300+ inspiring speakers for two unmissable days packed with networking, learning, entertainment, and…

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Melbourne Build Expo 2025

Come and find ACV/GARDS at the Melbourne Build 2025 Expo we will be talking in one of the sessions on each day Dates/Opening Times: 22 Oct 2025 (Wed): 9:30 am – 5:30 pm 23 Oct 2025 (Thurs): 9:30 am – 5:30 pm Venue: 1 Convention Centre Pl, South Wharf VIC 3006, Australia Melbourne Build is…

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You are invited to 1st Year Med Students – Asbestos & Silica Support Group Meeting 13th Aug 25

You Are Invited to Our Asbestos & Silica Awareness Support Group Afternoon – Wednesday 13th August 2025 at our office 211 Lloyd Street Moe –  from 1.30pm onwards – Please note this date is instead of our support group meeting at the end of August to accommodate the students – hope you can join us…

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Date Change for Support Group Meeting Gippsland 22nd July

#support #asbestos #silica Please note that our support group this month in Gippsland will be brought forward by a week to the 22nd July. We are having speakers from AGL Loy Yang speaking at this meeting and would love to see as many people as possible come along to learn about the mine rehab that…

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Asbestos & Silica Awareness at Bayswater Library

#asbestos #awareness #silica – Friday 30th May #ACVGARDS – Tanya and Vicki conducted a session of awareness to a group of citizens from #bayswater at the #bayswaterlibrary – great session and so many questions from people who attended – we were delighted to be asked and always good to meet the community – pictured here…

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New Electric Van for ACV/GARDS

#electricvehicle – ACV/GARDS was pleased to purchase a new Volkswagen id Buzz 7 seater van for the org – it is the first in the Gippsland area  – it was much needed as our old van was due for replacing. We are now proud owners of an electric vehicle and learning how to charge it…

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New novel out – Where the Dust Settles by Duncan Ewing Graham

A novel A gripping battle for justice – and life – against Big Asbestos By Duncan Ewing Graham “An important book – in my judgment, a very important book – that deserves to be read and studied widely.” “It is a morality tale, Dickensian in its scope. But it is also a terrific, entertaining read.…

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You Are Invited to Our Asbestos & Silica Awareness Afternoon Tea May 21st 2025

Asbestos Council of Victoria/GARDS Inc. is inviting the general public to our Asbestos & Silica Awareness Afternoon Tea on May 21st at our office 211 Lloyd Street Moe – Victoria from 1pm onwards –  hope you can join us we will have invited guests who know about silica and asbestos – there will  be samples…

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