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Coast and waterways

Acid sulfate soils in coastal areas

These soils are found in low-lying coastal areas and can be harmful to the environment, health and construction. Check if your property is affected.

Protecting coastal vegetation and sand dunes

Discover why protecting vegetation and sand dunes is crucial for our wildlife and erosion prevention.

Iron bacteria in our waterways

Iron bacteria, or iron-oxidizing bacteria, are naturally occurring rust-coloured microorganisms found in South-East Queensland waterways.

Lyngbya (blue-green algae) in our waterways

Lyngbya is a toxic species of blue-green algae. Touching it can cause skin or eye irritation. It is sometimes called mermaid's hair, stinging limu or fireweed.

Pumicestone Passage catchment

The Pumicestone Passage catchment receives freshwater inflows from a network of streams and is part of the Ramsar-listed Moreton Bay Marine Park.

CoastSnap

Council has installed CoastSnap, a citizen-science coastal photo monitoring system at nine sites including Redcliffe, Deception Bay and Bribie Island.

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