Asbestos-containing materials wash up on east Auckland beaches

Wednesday 14 May 2025 · 3 outlets · 3 reports · updated Wed 14 May 2025, 12:10pm

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Auckland Council is urging caution after pieces of asbestos-containing fibre cement board washed ashore at Glendowie Bay, Karaka Bay, and the Tāmaki River. The materials are likely historical construction waste. The council advises the public to report any findings to ensure safe removal.

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1. NZ HeraldWed 14 May 2025, 11:06am

   Asbestos-laced materials wash up on east Auckland beaches, council urges caution (opens in new tab)

2. 1NewsWed 14 May 2025, 11:19am

   Asbestos-containing materials wash up on east Auckland beaches (opens in new tab)

3. StuffWed 14 May 2025, 12:10pm

   What to know about the asbestos-containing material found on Auckland beaches (opens in new tab)