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25.01.2022 SMOKE ALERT: Seqwater is conducting three separate planned burn at Leslie Harrison, Somerset and Borumba Dam this morning. These planned burns are expected to t...ake 1 day to complete and is likely to produce reasonable amounts of smoke that may drift into surrounding areas, For more information visit: https://bit.ly/2FGHRpu See more
24.01.2022 1.7M CROCODILE CAPTURED IN PETER FAUST DAM The Department of Environment and Science (DES) is investigating after a fisherman captured a 1.7m estuarine crocodil...e from Peter Faust Dam at Proserpine and took it home. DES believes that on 17 October 2020, the man was night-fishing in a boat on the dam when he saw what he thought was a crocodile’s eye shine and moved his boat closer. After confirming the presence of a crocodile, he captured and restrained the animal and took it home. He later called DES so that a wildlife officer could retrieve the crocodile. DES wildlife officers collected the crocodile from the man and placed it in a zoo. While not seeking to encourage the capture of crocodiles many Whitsunday locals are glad the fisherman concocted such a "North Queensland" answer to continuing rumours regarding the presence of a croc in Proserpine (Peter Faust) Dam. The DES has, however, reminded the public that they should not harass or interfere with crocodiles, and that they run the risk of serious injuries if they approach, disturb or seek to interact with estuarine crocodiles of any size. In addition, it is an offence under Section 88 of the Nature Conservation Act 1992 to deliberately interfere with, harm or kill an estuarine crocodile with a maximum penalty of $30,026. Members of the public are encouraged to report crocodile sightings as soon as possible, by calling 1300 130 372. DES investigates all reports it receives. Crocodiles that pose a threat to human safety are targeted for removal under the Queensland Crocodile Management Plan. #whitsundaynews #everythingwhitsundays See more
21.01.2022 UPDATED: Friday 16 October - Wyaralong Dam is now closed to on-water recreation. Maroon Dam is closed to on-water recreation due to Queensland Fire and Emergency Service firefighting aircraft using the dam for ongoing bushfire suppression. More info https://bit.ly/33ZV6ex
20.01.2022 Want to help the fish restocking group make our fisheries even better? Take a few seconds to send your catch data
18.01.2022 Lake Macdonald Dam is now spilling excess water due to heavy rain. If you’re downstream of the dam, stay away from potential hazards such as fast flowing or deep water near waterways and floodplains. These hazards could threaten the safety of you and your property. For the latest dam level information visit bit.ly/R7Cilw
17.01.2022 Over the last three years 197 fish-attracting structures have been installed in Kinchant Dam, in a joint venture between council and the Department of Agriculture and Fisheries. Recent electrofishing surveys have revealed a staggering three-fold increase in barramundi numbers at the 36 sites where structures have been installed in the dam. https://bit.ly/2QtYJly Photo credit: A Norris
16.01.2022 At very short notice we had an offer to buy 5000 Barra in a joint venture between MAFSA and Mackay Regional Council. We had to agree to buy on the spot and the... fish were delivered that day so we did not have time to organise everyone. 2 boats were used at Balnagowan and 3500 were released there and 1500 were taken in our transport tank and released from the bank at Platypus Beach and in Cattle creek. The fish were around 110-120mm long and all swam off very lively. Great to see and thanks to the 6 members who attended at such short notice.
14.01.2022 Good to see the bass getting restocked
12.01.2022 Some good captures being reports at Somerset & Wivenhoe via their recreational fishing survey. A great concept helping to measure fish restocking in their lakes. Check it out at http://survey.sweetwaterfishing.com.au/form-view/1/
11.01.2022 Some great captures at Somerset & Wivehoe
08.01.2022 If fishing the Sweetwater spots around Mackay you can help out that stocking group by entering your fishing data.
06.01.2022 Maroon Dam is closed to on-water recreation due to Queensland Fire and Emergency Service firefighting aircraft using the dam for ongoing bushfire suppression. Please observe the directions of staff and signage on-site. The closure will remain until Tuesday 20 October 2020. We will review at that time and re-open the site as soon as it is appropriate to do so.
04.01.2022 With school holidays coming up, why not treat your family to a trip to one of our Stocked Impoundment Permit Scheme (SIPS) dams! Just make sure you have purchased a SIPS permit if you’re line fishing https://www.daf.qld.gov.au/rsa/sips-dams-and-weirs Funding from the scheme helps community groups stock dams with species like barramundi and Australian bass for everyone to enjoy. Penalties apply for line fishing at a SIPS dam or weir without a permit.
03.01.2022 WEEKLY STORAGE UPDATE Teemburra Dam is close to full capacity at 98.2% and any storm activity could lead to a spill. An update will be issued if there is foreca...st rainfall over the catchment. This is a weekly advice provided while the dam is near full. Dam level updates on our website: https://bit.ly/2GviCVi See more
