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Asbestos Scare Closes New Zealand School, Affects Kmart Products

11/20/2025

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Clearview Primary in New Zealand will remain closed today, tomorrow, and possibly Wednesday as testing occurs for asbestos linked to Kmart's Magic Sands.
Parents must stop using the affected products, including colored sand sets and a sandcastle building kit.
The Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment urges consumers to secure the products and arrange safe disposal.
Refunds can be requested from retailers under the Consumer Guarantees Act.

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Story summary

Clearview Primary in New Zealand will remain closed today, tomorrow, and possibly Wednesday as testing occurs for asbestos linked to Kmart's Magic Sands.
Parents must stop using the affected products, including colored sand sets and a sandcastle building kit.
The Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment urges consumers to secure the products and arrange safe disposal.
Refunds can be requested from retailers under the Consumer Guarantees Act.