As we look back over this challenging year, we can at least be grateful that our Memorial Ceremony was able to go ahead in November and that the sun shone on everyone present.
AVA was invited to speak on PBA FM 89.7 about the impact of asbestos and to promote the Memorial Ceremony to be held at Pitman Park on 26 November 2021 from 10.30 am to 11.30 am.
The Asbestos Victims Association of South Australia (AVA SA) today welcomes the decision of the High Court to reject an application by James Hardie for special leave to appeal in the precedent setting case Werfel v Amaca Pty Limited.
Today’s decision finally ends extended litigation by Northern suburbs man and AVA SA member Mathew Werfel, in what has been a titanic David and Goliath battle for compensation.
We were delighted to welcome Senator Rex Patrick to the AVA office in April. He was keen to know more about our activities and learn how...
Asbestos Victims Association (AVA) will be in attendance at this year’s Master Builders SA Home Show, which will be from the 30th of April to the 2nd of May at the Adelaide Showgrounds.
Please be advised that due to the COVID-19 cluster in Adelaide we have regretfully made the decision to CANCEL our annual Asbestos Memorial Day ceremony scheduled for Friday 27 November 2020 in the interests of public safety
A project to try to assess the impact on quality of life of both the patients and carers of someone suffering from mesothelioma.
PLEASE NOTE the Port Augusta Support Group will not be holding meetings in June or July 2020 due to COVID-19 restrictions.
The Port Adelaide Workers Memorial recognises people who have made a significant contribution to promoting workers’ rights in the South Australian community. The memorial bears the names of many prominent figures in the South Australian trade union movement and Labour Party, as well as workers who have lost their lives. It is located at the corner of Commercial Road & St Vincent Street, Port Adelaide, just outside the Information Centre.
Before you start any work around the house, check if your home was built before the 1990s. If so, it probably contains asbestos.
Planning some flooring renovations? Be aware – it is common to find asbestos present in vinyl flooring! Before ripping it up, make sure you seek professional advice and get it tested for asbestos to keep yourself and your family safe.
Did you know that asbestos was often used in the adhesive under lino and vinyl floors before 1990? If your vinyl floor is cracking – or if you’re looking at replacing your floor – it’s important to get an asbestos check before you rip it up.
Don’t expose yourself or your family – get a check first and be safe.
Remember that you have a legal responsibility not to harm those around you.
STOP THE PRESS
The Changing face of mesothelioma treatment
Asbestos-related diseases & Mesothelioma Biology Research (AMBR) project
Social Mornings 2025
AVA Memorial Ceremony 2024 (Salisbury)