Update 1 – Monday, 28 September 2026, 12:24pm This alert applies to all residents and visitors to Fairbairn Dam only and does not affect water supply to Emerald. Effective immediately, Sunwater advises all residents and visitors at Fairbairn Dam to boil tap water used for drinking following a detection of a water quality issue affecting […]
Update 1 – Friday, 18 September 2026, 2:11pm Routine monitoring has detected high levels of potentially harmful blue-green algae at Wuruma 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 […]
Update 3 – Wednesday, 2 September 2026, 12:50pm Access to the crest walkway and spillway viewing area at Tinaroo Falls Dam has reopened to the public. We thank the community for their patience during the temporary closure. Update 2 – Thursday, 20 August 2026, 3:20pm Access to the crest and spillway viewing area of Tinaroo […]
Update 2 – Wednesday, 29 July 2026, 2:08pm Sunwater advises all residents and visitors at the Burdekin Falls Dam campground that tap water used for drinking is now safe to consume. There is no longer a public health concern over the quality of drinking water, and it is now considered safe for all typical uses […]
Update 1 – Monday, 13 July 2026, 12:57pm Residents and visitors to Kinchant Dam are advised that controlled burns are scheduled on Tuesday 14 July 2026 to reduce fuel loads and the subsequent risk of bushfires. Smoke may impact the local area during these burns. Decreased visibility on nearby roads is possible, so it […]
Update 1 – Wednesday, 24 June 2026, 8:00am Controlled burns are scheduled at Fairbairn Dam for various times between Monday 29 June 2026 and Monday 31 August 2026 (local fire bans and weather permitting). These aims to reduce fuel loads and the risk of bushfires. Smoke may affect parts of Fairburn Dam Road and Selma […]
Update 1 – Friday, 19 June 2026, 2:37pm Recent water quality testing at Glenlyon Dam has confirmed that blue-green algae levels have returned to within the low (green) hazard range. No visible algae or surface scums have been observed. Current Status: • The water is now considered suitable for all recreational uses. • There is […]
Update 1 – Friday, 19 June 2026, 2:35pm Recent water quality testing at Bjelke-Petersen Dam has confirmed that blue-green algae levels have returned to within the low (green) hazard range. No visible algae or surface scums have been observed. Current Status: • The water is now considered suitable for all recreational uses. • There is […]
Update 1 – Friday, 19 June 2026, 2:34pm Recent water quality testing at Teemburra Dam has confirmed that blue-green algae levels have returned to within the low (green) hazard range. No visible algae or surface scums have been observed. Current Status: • The water is now considered suitable for all recreational uses. • There is […]
Update 1 – Thursday, 18 June 2026, 11:33am Drilling activities will take place at the Kinchant Dam recreation area and near the boat ramp on Friday 19 June 2026 between 7:00am and 5:00pm. The boat ramp will stay open while this work is being done. However, nearby areas may be temporarily restricted to ensure […]
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