ADVICE – Julius Dam spilling excess water into Leichhardt River.

Update 2 – Monday, 9 February 2026, 2:23pm ADVICE from Sunwater. Julius Dam is continuing to spill excess water into Leichardt River. Access roads crossing the river and below the dam wall are still closed to the public, and will remain closed until safe access is achieved. Expect decreased river flows over the next 5 […]

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ADVICE – Eungella Dam spilling excess water into Broken River

Update 2 – Monday, 9 February 2026, 2:22pm ADVICE from Sunwater. Eungella Dam is continuing to spill excess water into Broken River. Eungella Dam has returned to regular operating conditions. Expect decreased river flows in the coming days. Stay informed. Update 1 – Tuesday, 3 February 2026, 6:12pm STAY INFORMED – Eungella Dam spilling excess water […]

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Glenlyon Dam | Blue-green algae alert

Update 1 – Friday, 6 February 2026, 3:26pm Routine monitoring has detected high levels of potentially harmful blue-green algae at Glenlyon, and a Red Alert is now in place. Blue-green algae (cyanobacteria) can produce toxins that pose serious health risks to humans and animals, including skin irritation, gastrointestinal illness, and other symptoms.   During this red alert period, it is […]

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Lake Kinchant | Special event closures in 2026

Update 1 – Thursday, 5 February 2026, 12:06pm Lake Kinchant will be temporarily closed to all in-water recreational use by the public, due to special boating events being held on the following dates in 2026: Sunday 29 March  Saturday 16 May  Sunday 17 May  Sunday 2 August  Saturday 12 September  To facilitate these events safely, the lake will be […]

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Peter Faust Dam | Blue-green algae alert

Update 1 – Friday, 30 January 2026, 2:38pm Routine monitoring has detected high levels of potentially harmful blue-green algae at Peter Faust Dam and a Red Alert is now in place.   Blue-green algae (cyanobacteria) can produce toxins that pose serious health risks to humans and animals, including skin irritation, gastrointestinal illness, and other symptoms.    During this red alert […]

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Cania Dam | Blue-green algae alert

Update 1 – Friday, 30 January 2026, 2:37pm Routine monitoring has detected high levels of potentially harmful blue-green algae at Cania Dam and a Red Alert is now in place.   Blue-green algae (cyanobacteria) can produce toxins that pose serious health risks to humans and animals, including skin irritation, gastrointestinal illness, and other symptoms.    During this red alert period, it […]

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Great news for visitors – Wuruma Dam upgrades now complete

After a substantial refurbishment, the campground, dam wall and lookout areas at Wuruma Dam have reopened to the public today. Visitors can now enjoy: Read more in the Wuruma Dam camping fact sheet. Thanks for your patience during the temporary closure and we hope you love the refreshed facilities. The Recreation Facility Upgrade Project is […]

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Kinchant Dam | Blue-green algae alert

Update 1 – Friday, 23 January 2026, 6:06pm Routine monitoring has detected high levels of potentially harmful blue-green at Kinchant Dam and a Red Alert is now in place. Blue-green algae (cyanobacteria) can produce toxins that pose serious health risks to humans and animals, including skin irritation, gastrointestinal illness, and other symptoms.    During this red alert period, it is recommended […]

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Boil Water Alert Lifted | Clare Township

Update 2 – Friday, 23 January 2026, 5:48pm Drinking water alert lifted in Clare township Sunwater advises all residents and visitors at Clare township that tap water used for drinking is now safe to consume.   This notice applies to all residents and visitors to the Clare township area from Friday 23 January 2026 3:39pm.   There is no longer a public health concern over the quality […]

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Advice | Eungella Dam returned to regular operating conditions

Update 2 – Wednesday, 21 January 2026, 1:55pm ADVICE from Sunwater – Eungella Dam is continuing to spill excess water into Broken River. Eungella Dam has returned to regular operating conditions. Expect decreased river flows over coming days. Stay informed at bit.ly/EungellaStorageLevels Update 1 – Sunday, 11 January 2026, 1:20pm STAY INFORMED – Eungella Dam spilling […]

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