Instances of threatening dingo behaviour have been reported at some locations including Eli Creek, Waddy Point and Wathumba.

Visitors, tour operators and residents are advised to be dingo-safe! on Fraser Island.

Locations of threatening dingo behaviour:

• Happy Valley to Cathedral Beach (including beach camping areas)
• Eli Creek
• Waddy Point to Ngkala Rocks (including beach camping areas)
• Wathumba

It is recommended that visitors be extra vigilant in these areas. Consider camping in fenced QPWS camping areas.

Be dingo-safe! Visit https://parks.des.qld.gov.au/parks/kgari-fraser/about/wongari-dingoes/dingo-safe

• NEVER feed dingoes.
• Always stay within arm’s reach of children, even small teenagers.
• Walk in groups and carry a stick.
• Do not run. Running or jogging can trigger a negative dingo interaction.
• Camp in fenced areas when possible.
• Lock up food stores and iceboxes (even on a boat).
• Never store food or food containers in tents.
• Secure all rubbish, fish and bait.
• No food to lakeshores.

Report dingo encounters – email dingo.ranger@des.qld.gov.au, tell the nearest QPWS ranger, or phone (07) 4127 9150 – mobile phone charges may apply. Take note of location, vehicle registration, dingo ear tag colour, number and which ear.

 

Please monitor park alerts on the department's website for updated information.