REPAIRS to the Mosquito Creek end of the Groper Creek Reserve have been completed ahead of the anticipated wet season.
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New Playground for Groper Creek
BURDEKIN Shire Council has placed its order for Groper Creek’s new playground, as part of its 2022/23 Budget $95,000 allocation. The playground has been expanded and the installation of the new equipment is anticipated to be completed in time for Easter 2023. We’re excited!
Prize Fish caught by Teen
One prize fish that didn’t get away prior to the season closure on November 1 was this 110cm Barramundi, snared by 15-year-old Mitch Sticklin, of Kelso.
Problematic Sharks
SHARKS have been problematic in the Burdekin River this year with many fishermen reporting the loss of prize fish to sharks. It’s an issue dear to the heart of retired shark hunter, Vic Hislop. Read more…
Barra Season Closed for 2022
BARRAMUNDI season has closed with the species now off limits until the 2023 season reopens on February 1.
Groper Creek Stabilisation Works Underway
STABILISATION works at Mosquito Creek were held up in October and are now scheduled to take place early this month. Members of the public have been reminded to please keep clear of the area whilst the works are underway.
Feedback for Facility Improvement at Groper Creek
HOME HILL Boat Club recently submitted feedback as part of Maritime Safety Queensland’s Recreational Boating Facilities Demand Forecasting Study, with regards to improving facilities at Groper Creek.
Groper Creek Outing for the Tropical Coast Wanderers Caravanning Club
THE Tropical Coast Wanderers Caravanning Club hosted an outing to Groper Creek last month, with a good roll-up of over 30 members.
Information Session at The Boathouse
AS part of the Burdekin Local Disaster Management Group’s Get Ready Week, an information session was held at The Boathouse, Groper Creek.
Remediation Works ready to be completed
BANK stabilisation works will commence this month at Mosquito Creek – much to the relief of Groper Creek residents, who have been waiting for the remediation works to be completed for almost three years.