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Engineered stone kills tradies. Bunnings and IKEA stopping its sales is a big win for public health

Major retailers Bunnings and IKEA have announced this week they will discontinue selling engineered stone. While this might mean you have to rethink your plans for your new kitchen benchtops, it’s a positive step that will protect the health of tradespeople exposed to this dangerous product.

The Conversation

Ikea joins Bunnings in banning engineered stone products linked to silicosis

Swedish giant’s move comes after Safe Work Australia report that called for ban on composite material commonly used in kitchen benchtops

The Guardian - AU

New rules for dealing with engineered stone in the ACT

The ACT's laws are the toughest in Australia.

The Canberra Times

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Bunnings to ditch silicosis-causing engineered stone

Hardware chain Bunnings will stop selling engineered stone from the end of the year as a campaign continues to ban the material.

AAP

Booming Boolaroo: business owners have their say on the town's growth

This Lake Macquarie town has come a long way since the ol' Pasminco days.

Newcastle Herald

Casual worker changes threaten jobs: Wesfarmers chair

Corporate heavyweight Michael Chaney says proposed changes to Australia's labour laws would add complexity and cost.

AAP

Bunnings shopper allegedly swindled $30,000 worth of tools

Police have asked the public to help identify the man.

The Canberra Times

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Drunk man drove to Bunnings then ran up garden bed near McDonald's: police

Highway patrol police officers allege the man was more than four times the legal alcohol limit.

Newcastle Herald

Major Australian media outlet apologises for ‘racist’ full-page ad featuring Indigenous people

Ad shows Wesfarmers chair Michael Chaney handing money to Indigenous leader Thomas Mayo

The Independent UK

21 Pairs Of Gumboots To Pack For Splendour If You Wanna Stomp Around In The Mud

Boot me!

Pedestrian.tv

Grattan on Friday: Linda Burney fills the Voice's in-tray, as the government battles to stop slide in yes vote

In a change of government tactics, Linda Burney this week deployed a sheet anchor to tie the Voice to practical outcomes. At the same time, Opposition Leader Peter Dutton is weaponising the cost of living to flail it.

The Conversation

From pet food to lipstick, Australia’s top-rated retailers

If you want to make the most of EOFY sales, check out which retailers Australians have voted as the best across a range of categories.

The New Daily

Everything That’s Open This King’s Birthday Long Weekend From Retail Stores To Bottlos

Some info for you before you head off to Bunnings this weekend.

Pedestrian.tv

A Perth Bloke’s Car Caught On Fire After It Was Struck By Lightning In A Bunnings Car Park

Oh, and he was driving it at the time.

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The New Daily

Imagine a long weekend, every week. Are Australians ready for a four-day work week?

The idea of the four-day week is that workers produce the same, but in 80 per cent of the time, and that their salary remains the same.

The New Daily

Bunnings’ shorter working week trial sparks questions

Backers of shorter working weeks have reacted with scepticism after Bunnings announced a four-day trial for thousands of its staff.

Newcastle Herald

Huge plans for future business park to unlock jobs and draw residents

A retail, industrial and business park nestled between Costco, Bunnings and the old Pasminco smelter site has the potential to unlock 6000 jobs and welcome 10,000 new residents.

ABC News

Environmental advocates lodge ACCC complaint over 'ocean plastic' products

More consumer products are claiming to be made from recycled ocean or ocean-bound plastics, but green groups say the claims are difficult to prove and may be misleading consumers.

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Newcastle Herald

'Find a sausage elsewhere': bloke snagged breaking Bunnings ban

A man who was banned from every Bunnings in the state has been told to 'find a sausage sandwich elsewhere' after he was caught in the garden section at Boolaroo.

Newsroom.co.nz

Bunnings agrees to remove 999 year legal constraint on use of residential land

The Australian-owned building supplies chain is defending the 16 land covenants it has retained, as protecting the value of its property and marketing investments. Jonathan Milne reports.

Pedestrian.tv

MAFS’ Harrison Did An Interview Revealing Which Contestants Are Faking It ‘Cos He’s An Expert

Married At First Sight‘s (MAFS) very own Bunnings tool Harrison Boon has done a spicy interview in which he revealed which contestants he reckons are faking it for the screen and it’s really just giving bitter jealousy.In an interview with Woman’s Day (???), the controversial MAFS contestant decided to talk…

ABC News

Corporate Australia has reported big profits as inflation has soared. Is it profiteering?

Soaring inflation has delivered major profits to big businesses this reporting season, but with consumers spending more, could corporate Australia be accused of profiteering? This is what the experts say.

The New Daily

Bunnings makes its biggest change in 20 years

Bunnings is poised to make the biggest change to its range in decades, with the addition of an extensive new range.

Daily Mirror

Harry Styles dons iconic Bunnings hat during packed concert in Australia

The As It Was singer, 29, performed at the Marvel Stadium on Friday night and a fan made sure to give him a warm welcome by throwing the hat on stage

Pedestrian.tv

Well Played: If You Search ‘Harry Styles’ On Bunnings’ Website, Its Straw Hat Now Comes Up

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