Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service (QPWS) and Butchulla Aboriginal Corporation (BAC) rangers will conduct prescribed burn operations between 11 June and 31 July 2024 as part of the annual hazard reduction/conservation management program for parks and forests.

These burns are being undertaken to help protect life and property in the event of a wildfire.

Smoke may be seen in the vicinity of Wanggoolba Creek barge landing, Wanggoolba, Ungowa and Bennett Roads. Persons with respiratory or other health problems should seek medical advice on mitigating the effects of smoke inhalation. Smoke can decrease visibility on the roads, so it is important that motorists drive safely to the conditions.

As part of this prescribed burn the Great Walk feeder track between Ungowa Road and Bennett Road will be closed during this time. The main section of the Great Walk around Central Station and Lake McKenzie (Boorangoora) will remain open.

Persons with respiratory or other health problems should seek medical advice on mitigating the effects of smoke inhalation.

Your safety is our concern, but your responsibility.

Please monitor park alerts on the department's website for updated information.

Please observe all signage, barriers and directions from rangers and do not enter closed areas.

Stay up-to-date with Current bushfire warnings and incidents from Queensland Fire and Emergency Services (QFES).