WATER QUALITY INFORMATION
This area is CLOSED to Primary Contact recreation due to high levels of blue green algae.
Swimming, diving, bathing, novice Secondary Contact Recreation, and windsurfing, etc are currently not permitted.
This area remains Open to Secondary Contact recreation (sailing, canoeing, rowing etc). Persons engaged in Secondary Contact recreation should be careful to limit any water exposure and should shower after contact with the water.
There is an increased risk of adverse health events from water exposure. Symptoms of exposure may include skin/mucosa irritation, flu-like symptoms, and gastrointestinal illness.
Event organisers should ensure that participants are aware of the blue-green algae alert level, associated exposure risks and provide adequate showering facilities for after events.
Water users should look for algae warning signs indicating the current alert level at major water entry points.
SITE INFORMATION
Looking towards the rowing lanes, Weston Park West is a great location for spectators watching the many rowing events which are held in Yarramundi Reach, Lake Burley Griffin.
Weston Park offers a large playground, barbeques, picnic facilities, ample parking and toilets and is only 20 minutes from the centre of Canberra.
*STANDING BACTERIA ALERT*
Swimming should be avoided for several days after heavy rainfall as bacterial levels are strongly affected by such events.
Keep your distance from other people.
Practicing social distancing is still essential. Only go to the beach if you are able to keep 6 feet or 2 meters away from others. Follow the instructions provided by your local health authorities. If your community has asked that you remain indoors and away from others, do so. Spending a day in any crowded place is the worst thing we can do for our most vulnerable right now and will counter our efforts to curb the virus’s spread.
- Failed to meet water quality standards
Current Status
Keep your distance from other people.
Practicing social distancing is still essential. Only go to the beach if you are able to keep 6 feet or 2 meters away from others. Follow the instructions provided by your local health authorities. If your community has asked that you remain indoors and away from others, do so. Spending a day in any crowded place is the worst thing we can do for our most vulnerable right now and will counter our efforts to curb the virus’s spread.
- Failed to meet water quality standards
- Current Status
WATER QUALITY INFORMATION
This area is CLOSED to Primary Contact recreation due to high levels of blue green algae.
Swimming, diving, bathing, novice Secondary Contact Recreation, and windsurfing, etc are currently not permitted.
This area remains Open to Secondary Contact recreation (sailing, canoeing, rowing etc). Persons engaged in Secondary Contact recreation should be careful to limit any water exposure and should shower after contact with the water.
There is an increased risk of adverse health events from water exposure. Symptoms of exposure may include skin/mucosa irritation, flu-like symptoms, and gastrointestinal illness.
Event organisers should ensure that participants are aware of the blue-green algae alert level, associated exposure risks and provide adequate showering facilities for after events.
Water users should look for algae warning signs indicating the current alert level at major water entry points.
SITE INFORMATION
Looking towards the rowing lanes, Weston Park West is a great location for spectators watching the many rowing events which are held in Yarramundi Reach, Lake Burley Griffin.
Weston Park offers a large playground, barbeques, picnic facilities, ample parking and toilets and is only 20 minutes from the centre of Canberra.
*STANDING BACTERIA ALERT*
Swimming should be avoided for several days after heavy rainfall as bacterial levels are strongly affected by such events.
| Beach | Location | Water Quality | Water Quality | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Acton, Australian Capital Territory | Acton, Australian Capital Territory | Current Status | ||||
| Yarralumla, Australian Capital Territory | Yarralumla, Australian Capital Territory | Current Status | ||||
| Yarralumla, Australian Capital Territory | Yarralumla, Australian Capital Territory | Current Status | ||||
| Yarralumla, Australian Capital Territory | Yarralumla, Australian Capital Territory | Current Status | ||||
