MADDA

MADDA Mesothelioma and Dust Diseases Australia (MADDA) is a not-for-profit reducing the impact of asbestos and harmful dusts.

Through awareness, advocacy and specialist support, we help protect workplaces, support those affected and advocate for lasting change. 𝐃𝐢𝐬𝐜𝐥𝐚𝐢𝐦𝐞𝐫 𝐈𝐧𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧
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It was a privilege for our Chairman Bruce Watkins and Managing Director Cate Harman to join the team at MATES in Constru...
27/05/2026

It was a privilege for our Chairman Bruce Watkins and Managing Director Cate Harman to join the team at MATES in Construction WA at Crown for their annual lunch on Friday.

Over 800 people across the , mining and energy sectors came together to raise awareness and funds for and su***de prevention in the industry.

👉 Su***de is one of the leading causes of death in Australia's construction industry, which is why MATES' mental health support services and 24/7 helpline are so critical.

Having just completed a dust disease and mental health campaign with MATES as part of , the lunch was a fitting close to this initiative.

Well done to Liam C., Sinead Donovan and the MATES team for another fantastic event 👏

📸 Liam Cubbage, CEO of MATES in Construction WA with Cate Harman, Managing Director of MADDA.

26/05/2026

Thinking about where to donate this EOFY? With MADDA your donation goes twice as far.

Once again Dale Alcock and ABN Group have pledged their support as our matching partner.

Every donation made will be matched by ABN Group up to $50,000.

Donate today and help keep our WA tradies safe: www.madda.org.au/donate

When Mackenzie Lighton’s mother, Debra, was diagnosed with , her family was suddenly searching for more time, better tr...
23/05/2026

When Mackenzie Lighton’s mother, Debra, was diagnosed with , her family was suddenly searching for more time, better treatment options and hope.

We supported Debra and her family through that journey. Now, Mackenzie is working on research with the potential to improve outcomes to help change what families face after a mesothelioma diagnosis.

Working alongside Dr Alistair Cook at the Institute for Respiratory Health, Mackenzie is helping raise $20,000 before 30th June to move a promising new treatment closer to clinical trials.

Please donate, share or pass this on.

Every contribution helps bring families facing mesothelioma more time together.

https://fundraising.resphealth.org.au/tax-appeal-26

What does it take to protect future generations from disease?This time last week, Sam Dixon, MADDA’s Admin & Marketing...
22/05/2026

What does it take to protect future generations from disease?

This time last week, Sam Dixon, MADDA’s Admin & Marketing Coordinator, had the opportunity to share with Perth Rotary - Western Australia her experience of attending the ASBESTOS 2026 Conference in Sydney — made possible through the club’s generous sponsorship.

Sam spoke of the networking opportunities with peers around the country, and how great it was to hear from leading professionals in the asbestos space. She also attended sessions exploring large-scale asbestos removal projects, and the confronting reality that more than 6.4 million tonnes of asbestos remains in Australia’s built environment.

Thank you again to Perth Rotary for investing in Sam’s professional development and supporting opportunities like this that strengthen MADDA’s work and advocacy efforts.

May is Mental Health Awareness Month and for WA tradies, physical health and are more connected than many realise. 🤝 T...
21/05/2026

May is Mental Health Awareness Month and for WA tradies, physical health and are more connected than many realise.

🤝 That's why we partnered with MATES in Construction WA this month, to shine a light on the debilitating impact occupational exposure to hazardous can have on your mental health.

Dust diseases are preventable… but prevention starts with awareness.

✅ Wear the right protection.
✅ Follow the safety rules.
✅ Get regular health checks.
✅ Seek help early - don’t wait.

🔗 Dust diseases: https://madda.org.au/dust-diseases/dust-related-respiratory-illnesses/
🔗 Mental health support: https://construction.mates.org.au/

20/05/2026

Breathlessness doesn’t stop at the lungs.

Dust exposure triggers a vicious cycle - the greater the exposure, the greater the impact over time.

Don’t wait for it to build up.

Dust safety is a shared responsibility – workers and employers both play a role.

MATES and MADDA are here to support you when you need it.

👉Learn how to reduce your risk of dust exposure with MADDA.
👉Reach out to MATES in Construction if you need someone to talk to.

📣 Online Asbestos Awareness course coming up. If you work in building, , renovation, demolition, or maintenance, this i...
18/05/2026

📣 Online Asbestos Awareness course coming up. If you work in building, , renovation, demolition, or maintenance, this is a highly valuable training.

The Housing Industry Association - HIA’s virtual session covers how to identify asbestos on-site, your legal obligations, and your duty of care.

📅 Tuesday 26 May
⏰ 11am - 3pm (AWST)
💻 Register here: https://elink.clickdimensions.com/m/1/49984617/02-b26125-05fd592650884e32aa8b59b147b6bffe/2/113/387cc1bd-d7c7-40e4-989e-ebb1f1e41cd6

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283 Rokeby Road
Subiaco, WA
6008

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Monday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8:30am - 4:30pm

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