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Obviously this is for Newcastle, Australia, since it is part of Aussie Zone. We also welcome input from adjoining Lake Macquarie. Keep it clean and don't be mean.

For Newcastle Upon Tyne: https://lemmy.world/c/newcastleupontyne

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Orica fined $1.2m after Newcastle workers exposed to potentially deadly cobalt dust (www.abc.net.au)
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  • In short: Orica has been fined $1.2 million after two workers were exposed to potentially deadly cobalt dust over several years.
  • The judge noted Orica had 12 prior convictions for workplace safety breaches.
  • What's next? Orica said it had been making improvements at the site.
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