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Great Barrier Reef Oil Spill

Published on April 5, 2010 by Technology Slice

Great Barrier Reef Oil Spill – Federal Environment Minister Peter Garrett says he has asked for a special panel to be established to assess the damage to the Great Barrier Reef caused by a Chinese coal ship. The bulk carrier Shen Neng 1 ran aground on the Douglas Shoal east of Rockhampton on Saturday.

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Death Trap Rebate

Published on February 9, 2010 by Technology Slice

The federal government has stopped the use of foil insulation under its rebate program after four deaths, citing fears others will be electrocuted. Federal Environment Minister Peter Garrett announced the suspension after electricians warned houses were being turned into potential death traps by faulty installation of metallic insulation. Mr Garrett said safety for householders and [...]

Tags: Absolute Priority, Australia, Breach, Dangerous Practices, Death Trap, Death Traps, Deaths, Fears, Federal Environment Minister, Federal Government, Foil Insulation, Home Insulation, Insulation Program, Master Electricians, Metal Fasteners, Metallic Foil, Peter Garrett, Rebate Program, Rebates, Risk Assessments
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