Tidal Exchange Field Work at Marine Stadium

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We’re undertaking some field work in Marine Stadium as part of the implementation of The Spit Master Plan.

On Friday 25 March and 1 April 2022, a small amount of specially formulated dye will be released from a research vessel into the centre of Marine Stadium. Even though it will be at very low concentrations highly sensitive technical equipment will track its movement.

The specially formulated dye has no adverse effects on human health, local ecology or marine life at the low concentrations being used. It is certified to international standards for use in drinking water.

This field work will provide accurate and reliable data that will be used to create a hydrodynamic model. That model will then be used to assess potential solutions to increase tidal movements and recreational amenity.

GCWA has engaged experienced and qualified consultants, Seaport OPX with further guidance from former Director of the Griffith Centre for Coastal Management, Emeritus Professor Roger Tomlinson.

This is the first step towards a greater understanding of the flow of water within Marine Stadium.

Marine Stadium is expected to open to the community on Monday 4 April 2022. We apologise for any inconvenience.

For more information please visit our fact sheet.

Any damaged or missing aids to navigation such as beacons, buoys, markers or signs, should be reported as soon as possible on
07 5539 7350

For community engagement, communications or media enquiries please contact mail@gcwa.qld.gov.au

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