This resource provides authoritative information on silica-related matters in Australia, to support effective communication by those working across government, industry and the health sector.

The 2025 survey looked at understanding the reasons underpinning key behaviours relating to asbestos. This will help ASSEA target campaigns to drive behavioural change, rather than just increase awareness. 

The survey used a statistically-representative sample by age, gender, and jurisdiction across Australia. In total, 1,614 people participated.

The Asbestos and Silica Safety and Eradication Council (ASSEC), provides advice to the Minister and to the CEO of the Asbestos and Silica Safety and Eradication Agency (ASSEA) on the National Strategic Plans for Asbestos and Silica Management and Awareness. This is a communique of their meeting held on 22 April 2026.

The Asbestos Advisory Committee supports the implementation of priority actions under the Asbestos National Strategic Plan 2024-30, in particular: awareness raising initiatives, research, evaluation and data initiatives, and targeting industry sectors, communities and/or occupations most at risk. 

The Asbestos Advisory Committee meets twice a year. This is a communique of their meeting held on 25 March 2026