Bonded asbestos-contaminated mulch has been confirmed to be present in the ACT, having been distributed to customers by 12 businesses.

Anyone who purchased ‘cottage mulch’ products between March 1, 2023 and February 19, 2024 is urged not to distribute or move it, and to contact WorkSafe.

WorkSafe says further testing of mulch from ACT suppliers is underway to establish the extent of the contamination, and if any further action is required.