Why is the cleanup of the asbestos contaminated sites in Sydney taking so long? Part 2 of the Sydney asbestos exposure crisis

Welcome to Episode 9 of our podcast series. Today, we're diving into the lingering issue of asbestos contamination in Sydney, particularly discussing why the cleanup process seems to be dragging on for so long.    Since our last episode recorded on the 2nd February discussing the asbestos exposure in Sydney's Rozelle Parklands, the problem has spread all over Sydney with signs of contamination cropping up across many neighborhoods. Many of these affected areas, which are vital community spaces, remain cordoned off. But why is the cleanup effort moving at such a sluggish pace? Join James as he reconnects with Peter Tighe, the Independent Chair of the Asbestos and Dust Diseases Research Institute (ADDRI), to address some pressing questions: ·       Who bears the responsibility for the cleanup efforts? ·       How exactly is the cleanup conducted, and what measures ensure safety? ·       Seven weeks have passed since Rozelle Parklands closed its gates to the public, yet only a fraction of the cleanup is complete. Why the delay? ·       Where does the contaminated waste end up? ·       Crucially, once the asbestos is eradicated, can we confidently return to these parks without fearing exposure?   Tune in as we tackle the issues surrounding the asbestos cleanup, and importantly, understanding when our community spaces will be safe again.   To find out more about what the EPA NSW is doing visit their website here: https://www.epa.nsw.gov.au/working-together/community-engagement/updates-on-issues/rozelle-parkland-asbestos-investigation   To find out more about the Asbestos and Dust Diseases Research Institute (ADDRI) and to access support, please head to https://adri.org.au/   Thank you to our Podcast Interviewer and host James O’Loghlin and Producer Rod Morri from Sydney Podcast Studios.