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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Update 1 – Wednesday, 27 March 2024, 2:28pm The Julius Dam access road and boat ramp are closed until further notice. We will continue to monitor the storage level and provide updates. Check the dam storage level at bit.ly/JuliusStorageLevels […]
We want you to have a dam good time at our dams and weirs this Easter! So before you head out, remember these important safety tips: Safety should be everyone’s priority. Plan to get home safe this Easter. […]
Update 1 – Monday, 25 March 2024, 8:06am STAY INFORMED – Julius Dam spilling excess water into Leichhardt River. Warning level: ADVICE Warning area: Downstream of Julius Dam Julius Dam is spilling excess water into Leichhardt River. Water flows from Julius Dam are expected to remain within beds and banks of the river. Expect increased […]
Update 1 – Friday, 15 March 2024, 12:18pm From Monday 18 March 2024 Leslie Dam toilet amenities at the upper recreational area will be closed while demolition works are underway. The new toilet amenities are expected to be accessible from early April 2024. Alternative toilet facilities are available (approx. 600 meters away) at the lower recreation area […]
Update 4 – Tuesday, 12 March 2024, 8:32am Sunwater’s thoughts remain with those affected by the tragic incident that occurred at Lake Kinchant, near Mackay, on the weekend We can confirm the lake has now been re-opened to the public. Sunwater thanks the community for their support. Update 3 – Monday, 11 March 2024, 12:27pm […]
Update 1 – Monday, 4 March 2024, 6:17pm This alert applies effective immediately to residents of, and visitors to Fairbairn Dam who receive drinking water from the Fairbairn Dam water supply. This alert does not extend to residents in the township of Emerald. Sunwater advises all residents and visitors at Fairbairn Dam to boil […]
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