 The NSW Government has developed some practical information specifically for renovators and homeowners working with fibro and asbestos.
The Fibro & Asbestos - A Renovator and Homeowner's Guide contains a safety checklist, guidance on safe disposal of fibro and some general tips about what to do if fibro is damaged. The guide is also available in pdf format  Fibro & Asbestos - A Renovator and Homeowner's Guide (96kb).
In addition to the brochure, there is more detailed information in the Fibro & Asbestos - Frequently Asked Questions and on the following Links.
Changes to asbestos Laws
The NSW Government is amending the Occupational Health and Safety Regulation 2001 to improve the safety of workers and the public from unsafe exposure to asbestos.
From 1 July 2007 the existing limit wil be reduced from 200 square metres to 50 square metres or more of bonded asbestos . . . more information
From 1 January 2008 the will be a further reduction from 50 square metres to 10 square metres or more of bonded asbestos.more information
Useful Links:
NSW Department of Environment and Conservation
http://www.environment.nsw.gov.au
NSW Department of Local Government (for the website of your Local Council)
http://www.dlg.nsw.gov.au
WSN Environmental Solutions - Waste Service
http://www.wasteservice.nsw.gov.au
WorkCover NSW
http://www.workcover.nsw.gov.au
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