Woolshed COVID-19 outbreak risk a worry for shearers

Victoria Nugent
August 17 2021 - 7:00pm
The Australian Workers' Union has warned that many woolgrowers aren't following COVID-safe procedures in their shearing sheds.
The Australian Workers' Union has warned that many woolgrowers aren't following COVID-safe procedures in their shearing sheds.

Union officials have claimed shearers are being put at risk by a lack of COVID-safe measures in woolsheds but industry members have refuted suggestions of lax protocols.

Victoria Nugent

Victoria Nugent

National sheep and wool writer

National sheep and wool writer for ACM's agricultural publications. Former livestock editor for Queensland Country Life. Send your story tips to vnugent@austcommunitymedia.com.au

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