High lead levels at Indooroopilly mine

Lead tailings from an old silver and lead mine have contaminated land at Indooroopilly in Queensland.  The former mine, which was used as a teaching and research facility by the University of Queensland, is now surrounded by residential properties.

Brisbane City Council and the nearby residents have been informed of the lead contamination on the site.  Lead is common in the environment but can have serious health implications if swallowed or breathed in because it builds up in the body.

Children are more at risk to lead poisoning as it can cause learning and attention problems, hearing loss, slowed growth as well as disruptive behaviour.  It can also have serious implications for pregnant women as the lead can pass through the mother’s body and harm the unborn baby.

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