We love our beaches and for many of us, that’s why we live here. During the warmer months, generally November – May, Marine Stingers may be present in our tropical waters.
Take a few simple precautions and minimise risk associated with the potentially dangerous jellyfish (marine stingers):
Swim at patrolled beaches and between the red and yellow flags.
Look for, and observe, warning signs.
Where provided, swim in marine stinger enclosures.
Wear protective clothing (full body lycra suits).
Do not swim where and when beaches are closed. .
The link below lists the status of all beaches with stinger nets. It’s a great resource.
Did you know that around 80% of household batteries used across Australia are single-use?
Despite being recyclable, a shocking 97% of them (8,000 tonnes!) end up in landfills each year when thrown into kerbside bins.
Improper disposal of batteries can lead to serious environmental and safety risks. Here's why:
Environmental impact: Batteries contain hazardous materials like lead and mercury that can contaminate our soil and water.
Fire hazard: Batteries can catch fire due to their combustible components, endangering waste facilities and workers.
Waste of resources: Recycling batteries helps reclaim valuable metals, reducing the need for raw materials.
Batteries are hidden in many household items, so don’t forget to remove them before recycling. See below:
Mobile phones & tablets
Watches & smartwatches
Toys
Vapes & e-cigarettes
Power tools
Remote controls
Digital cameras
Electric toothbrushes
eScooters
Remember to never bin a battery! Instead, take them to your local recycling drop-off locations to keep our environment and waste collection trucks safe.
Where can I take my used batteries?
Batteries can be disposed of a local waste transfer stations in the orange bins, local libraries and Council Customer Service Centres.
The Little Terns have just returned to the Cassowary Coast to breed. With nests now identified at Tully Heads, Hull Heads and Wongaling Creek we ask everyone to keep dogs on a lead and walk at or below the high tide line when in the signed areas. These terns are highly vulnerable to human activity and with so few chicks surviving Cyclone Jasper in 2023 it is critical that this year's breeding season is successful.
Birdlife Australia and CCRC are trialing stick and string "fences" to help beachgoers identify where the nests are hidden. This should help everyone identify the areas to avoid when walking in the area and save the little birds a lot of stress.
The eggs will hatch in about 3 weeks and the chicks should be able to fend for themselves by the end of January.
From November 15 to 20 from 3-6pm, the Cassowary Coast Regional Council invites you to a series of informative workshops focused on protecting our environment and agriculture from invasive species.
Our guest speakers include representatives from the Cassowary Coast Regional Council, the National Electric Ant Eradication Program, the Australian Banana Growers Council, and Biosecurity Queensland’s Invasive Plant and Animal Science Program.
They will share valuable insights and strategies for managing invasive species in our region.
Purpose of the Workshops:
Educate the community about current biosecurity threats, including the Electric Ant.
Provide practical strategies for identifying and managing invasive species.
Gather community input for the Draft Cassowary Coast Local Area Biosecurity Plan 2025-2029.
