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Playground Closure Renewed Due to Hazardous Timber Leak

4/1/2026

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Authorities closed parts of the Rozelle parklands playground again due to salvaged timber linked to hazards.
A resident reported the timber leaked a black tar-like substance.
Transport for NSW and the NSW Environment Protection Authority are investigating.
John Holland and CPB Contractors will pay $150,000 for worker training.
The playground previously closed in January 2024 after asbestos was found in mulch.

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Story summary

Authorities closed parts of the Rozelle parklands playground again due to salvaged timber linked to hazards.
A resident reported the timber leaked a black tar-like substance.
Transport for NSW and the NSW Environment Protection Authority are investigating.
John Holland and CPB Contractors will pay $150,000 for worker training.
The playground previously closed in January 2024 after asbestos was found in mulch.