Bribie Island emergency works
The Queensland Government has directed the Coordinator-General to undertake the emergency works to address the southern breakthroughs and buffering of Bribie Island to enhance protection of Golden Beach and the Pumicestone Passage during the upcoming storm season.
These works are informed by independent expert recommendations and community feedback gathered during recent consultation.
Project update: dredging underway
Bribie Island Emergency dredging works commenced on Saturday 27 September 2025 and moved to 24/7 operations on Tuesday 30 September 2025, to expedite progress.
Sand is currently being stockpiled on the northern bank of Breakthrough #2 in preparation for its closure currently scheduled for November 2025. This will be followed shortly by the closure of Breakthrough #3. These critical works will help restore and stabilise the area before beach renourishment and the creation of a new channel linking the northern end of Pumicestone Passage with the tidal entrance at Breakthrough #1.
Map of Emergency Works Priorities
Please note, temporary plumes may be visible during dredging, due to natural water movement around the dredge, from the piping onto the sand stockpiles and the flow of water past the stockpile. During regular tidal conditions, the plume is small and located near the dredger and adjacent to the stockpile. With fast moving tides, the plume may drift. These areas are being actively monitored in accordance with management plans.
Safety reminder for waterway users
Recreational craft must stay clear of the dredger and all operational areas, including sand stockpiles. This is essential for public safety and to allow works to proceed without interruption.
Woorim Park
Pipe assembly works are continuing at the temporary site compound in the northern section of Woorim Park (nearest Drake Street and Esplanade), Golden Beach. Construction works at the compound will generally occur only between 6am and 6pm.
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For more information
Contact the Bribie Island Emergency Works project team:
E: bribieisres@coordinatorgeneral.qld.gov.au
T: 1800 316 378 (Monday to Friday, 8.30am – 5pm)
Last updated: 03 Oct 2025