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Why 'irresponsible' dumping of mercury caused evacuations in outback town

An outback town's hospital, service station and school were affected when students discovered vials of mercury at the tip. Experts have explained why specialists have spent days doing testing in Cunnamulla.

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ABC AustraliaMay 30, 2026, 7:30 PM

Why 'irresponsible' dumping of mercury caused evacuations in outback town

An outback town's hospital, service station and school were affected when students discovered vials of mercury at the tip. Experts have explained why specialists have spent days doing testing in Cunnamulla.

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