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Wellington residents can safely dispose of recalled sand at Kilmany Transfer Station, free of chargeWellington residents can safely dispose of recalled sand at Kilmany Transfer Station for free, following safety guidelines, while refunds are managed by retailers including Officeworks, Kmart, and Educational Colours. By news@gippsland - 26th November 2025 - Back to News Wellington Shire Council is urging families, schools and businesses to safely dispose of recalled children’s kinetic sand products, which may contain asbestos, for no fee at Kilmany Transfer Station. Domestic quantities of recalled sand can be disposed of at Kilmany Transfer Station, the municipality’s authorised asbestos disposal site, for no fee. 
The ACCC recalls children’s sand products sold nationally, including Officeworks, due to possible asbestos contamination in brightly coloured educational play sand Hazardous product alertPlease do not place these products in kerbside bins, as they can pose a hazard to landfill staff. The affected products were sold nationally between 2020 and 2025 through retailers including Officeworks, Kmart and Educational Colours. Refunds are being managed by these retailers after disposal. Wellington Shire Council Mayor Cindy Madeley said Council wanted to make it as easy as possible for the community to do the right thing and protect their loved ones. "Kilmany is the only waste facility in our Shire that is licensed to accept domestic asbestos. While the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission’s official advice is that risk of airborne fibres is low, we urge people to stay safe and informed by keeping up to date via the ACCC website." To dispose of the sand, Council advises an abundance of caution by wearing gloves and masks, using wet cloths to minimise dust and double-wrapping items in accordance with safe disposal guidelines. Residents can phone Kilmany Transfer Station staff on 4124 3000 for more information on disposal. For updates on the evolving situation, visit the ACCC website. Pictures from Australian Competition & Consumer Commission (ACCC) website.
Source: www.gippsland.com Published by: news@gippsland.com
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