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Asbestos Awareness Week Raised In Parliament

Asbestos Awareness Week

In State Parliament yesterday, Member for Morwell Russell Northe noted the importance of Asbestos Awareness Week in the Gippsland community.

By Russell Northe - 27th November 2013 - Back to News

In particular Mr Northe highlighted the great work of Asbestos Council of Victoria/Gippsland Asbestos Related Diseases Support (ACV/GARDS) within the local community.

"This week is also Asbestos Awareness Week and I wish to note the ongoing efforts of Vicki Hamilton and the ACV/GARDS team in promoting the dangers of asbestos," Mr Northe said.

"Whether it is supporting individuals and families who are dealing with asbestos related diseases, hosting asbestos awareness events, or advocating for improved information about asbestos, ACV/GARDS have done and continue to do a wonderful job on behalf of the community".

On Friday 29 November ACV/GARDS will be hosting its annual Asbestos Awareness Day event at the beautiful Morwell Centenary Rose Garden at 11:00am.

The event includes an ecumenical service to remember those who have passed away from asbestos related disease or who are currently dealing with these diseases.

"It really is a moving service, and an opportunity for family members to remember loved ones. It’s also a time for those currently suffering from asbestos related disease to understand the avenues of support that are available in the community through organisations such as ACV/GARDS," Mr Northe said.

Mr Northe will be joined on Friday by other Members of Parliament including Member for Narracan Gary Blackwood and Member for Eastern Region Johan Scheffer, in a bipartisan show of support for this event.

Mr Northe also commended all supporting businesses and organisations who continue to get behind Asbestos Awareness Week events, and thanked ACV/GARDS for their continued advocacy on behalf of the local community.

Media contact: Russell Northe 5133 9088

Source: http://gippsland.com/

Published by: news@gippsland.com

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