A single positive trace of bonded asbestos has been identified in recycled mulch in a garden bed of the Parramatta Light Rail project at Telopea.
The fragment of bonded asbestos – which is considered low risk – was identified by testing undertaken at 2 sites across the project.
The NSW Environmental Protection Authority (EPA) has been notified and the affected area has been fenced off.
The adjacent 5.7km shared walking and bike-riding path from Carlingford to Tramway Avenue in Parramatta remains open and is safe to use.
Transport for NSW continues working closely with the EPA to assist its wide-ranging investigation.
We thank the community for their patience and understanding while we work through the next steps and will update them as more information becomes available.
Read the official media release.