Lead in Broken Hill
Lead is a metal which has been mined in Broken Hill for many years. As a result, it can be found in the air, dust and rainwater tanks in our town.
Become LeadSmart
Lead harms our young kids most of all. But there are simple things we can do to protect them in our homes, our work and around our town.
Lead testing
Free blood tests for babies and kids under the age of five are available in Broken Hill. Results are immediate and let you know if their levels are increasing.