Burdekin Falls Dam Caravan Park – Temporary closure

Update 2 – Friday, 12 April 2024, 8:14am The Burdekin Falls Dam caravan park has re-opened after its temporary closure earlier this week due to essential electrical works being carried out by Ergon Energy, However, the boat ramp and spillway road remain closed whilst the dam continues to spill. A further update will be provided […]

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ADVICE – EJ Beardmore Dam releasing excess water

Beardmore spillway

Update 1 – Monday, 1 April 2024, 12:22pm STAY INFORMED – EJ Beardmore Dam releasing excess water into the Balonne River. Warning level: ADVICE   Warning area: Downstream of EJ Beardmore Dam   EJ Beardmore Dam is releasing excess water into the Balonne River. Water flows from Beardmore Dam are expected to remain within beds and banks […]

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Fairbairn Dam – ‘boil water’ alert lifted

Update 1 – Thursday, 28 March 2024, 11:19am Effective immediately, tap water at Fairbairn Dam can now safely be used for drinking, preparing food, showering and bathing, washing dishes and clothes, and flushing toilets. Residents should flush out affected water from the pipes in their homes. More information here: bit.ly/RecandSafety. For general enquiries, please contact […]

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Paradise Dam – spill event

Update 1 – Wednesday, 27 March 2024, 5:30pm STAY INFORMED – Paradise Dam spilling excess water into Burnett River  Warning level: ADVICE   Warning area: Downstream of Paradise Dam Paradise Dam is spilling excess water into Burnett River. Water flows from Paradise Dam are expected to remain within beds and banks of the river. Expect increased […]

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