SEQWater bans swimmers, skiers, boaties, anglers from all lakes

Forget about wetting a line or taking a dip in your local dam, for the foreseeable future.

SEQWater has banned swimmers, anglers and boaties from all its recreational dams including Enoggera Reservoir, effective from today (March 26).

The dramatic move came after hundreds flocked to the reservoir on the weekend, flouting social distancing guidelines as they cooled off on a hot and perfect weekend.

Crowds flock to Enoggera Reservoir, Mt Coot-tha on weekend

The new rule also includes very popular walking tracks around the reservoir, in The Gap.

“To help mitigate the spread of COVID-19, recreational areas at SEQWater-managed lakes and parks will be closed until further notice,’’ it said in a statement on its website, and on signs placed around key areas.

“This includes all land and water-based recreation including boating, walking trails, skiing and fishing.

“We appreciate the public’s co-operation and understanding as we work to prioritise the welfare of our community and employees, and look forward to inviting everyone back to our recreational areas as soon as possible.’’

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The move was met with dismay on Facebook.

“Gutted,’’ Sarah wrote.

“Now we’re not allowed outside?’’ Rachel said.

“So now we can’t walk around the resi either,’’ Sam posted.

SOME AFFECTED AREAS

Enoggera Reservoir

Slater Park, Lake Maroon

Mick Hanfling Park, Lake Kurwongbah

AG Muller Park, Lake Moogerah

Western boat ramp, Hinze Dam

Spillway Lookout recreation area/Southern recreation area, Lake Baroon

The Spit/Westvale boat ramp/Somerset Park day use area, Lake Somerset

Atkinson Dam day use area

Logan’s Inlet/McGrath’s Bay/McKey’s Hill/Wivenhose day use area, Lake Wivenhoe