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PFAS in the Shoalhaven River

What is PFAS and What You Can Do
ABC News Item
The NSW Government has released dietary advice about Luderick, Sea Mullet, Sand Whiting, Dusky Flathead and Silverbiddy fish caught in the Shoalhaven River, after testing found elevated levels of PFAS in these species. This dietary advice recommends that fishers in the local area limit their personal intake of these fish. 
See 
EPA Investigation Summary and Dietary Advice.
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​For further information see:

22Apr20 HMAS Albatross and Jervis Bay Range might be included in PFAS class actions

EPA Website: 100,000 litres of PFAS discharged into Shoalhaven River.

ABC News Item: Authorities tight-lipped over PFAS -contaminated water release into Shoalhaven River.

EPA Issues Fish Consumption Warning for Shoalhaven River

South Coast Register News Article

Should you have any queries about PFAS at HMAS Albatross please:

•           Visit the project website at http://www.defence.gov.au/Environment/PFAS/Albatross/
•           Call the information line on 1800 856 491
•           Email the project team at HMAS.Albatross@aurecongroup.com
Updated on: 18Mar23
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