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Gladstone Harbour and tributaries, closed to fishing
« on: September 15, 2011, 05:34:35 PM »
Just got a call advising that Gladstone Harbour and all of it's tributaries have been closed to all recreational and professional fishing and aquaculture due to an outbreak of a pretty nasyt bug caused by poor water quality.  At least two pro fishos have come down with it.  Any further information can be had by contacting DEEDI or Queensland Health.


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Re: Gladstone Harbour and tributaries, closed to fishing
« Reply #1 on: September 15, 2011, 07:08:44 PM »
You beat me to it Dale,

Been hearing lots of stories about a complete fishing ban in the Gladstone Harbour due to HEALTH REASONS, have heard the story from a number of credible sources. The extent of the closure will be from Rodds Bay to the top of the Narrows, initially for 28 days subject to more investigations but “likely to be longer”

 :Hunting) If you listen to the pollies it's got nothing to do with the dredging in the harbour, but we all know pollies are a bunch of lying pr$#ks.  I know it’s global warming????
 
Not happy Jan, maybe we need another tax to solve the problem. 

 >:( >:( >:( >:( >:(
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Re: Gladstone Harbour and tributaries, closed to fishing
« Reply #2 on: September 15, 2011, 09:47:48 PM »
Can this be confirmed?

No info on the DEEDI, Qld Health or DERM websites...

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Re: Gladstone Harbour and tributaries, closed to fishing
« Reply #3 on: September 15, 2011, 10:07:00 PM »
Just got a call advising that Gladstone Harbour and all of it's tributaries have been closed to all recreational and professional fishing and aquaculture due to an outbreak of a pretty nasyt bug caused by poor water quality.  At least two pro fishos have come down with it.  Any further information can be had by contacting DEEDI or Queensland Health.
whats the nasty bug? sounds like a stunt just before the holidays to keep people away from the river. the locals made it clear they did not want any one catching their barra lol so does that mean calliope too? and all the bay out the front of the harbour?

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Re: Gladstone Harbour and tributaries, closed to fishing
« Reply #4 on: September 16, 2011, 05:55:18 AM »
Definately not a stunt Wes, and possibly one of the biggest calls made for public safety.  The politics of what caused it can be argued about by those who know.  I gather it is some sort of staph infection that can easily pass to humans.  All tributaries of the Gladston Harbour would obviously include the Calliope and the Boyne rivers.  I would suggest that anybody planning a trip up there contact Queensland Health or DEEDI for news.

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Re: Gladstone Harbour and tributaries, closed to fishing
« Reply #6 on: September 16, 2011, 06:40:29 AM »
Definately not a stunt Wes, and possibly one of the biggest calls made for public safety.  The politics of what caused it can be argued about by those who know.  I gather it is some sort of staph infection that can easily pass to humans.  All tributaries of the Gladston Harbour would obviously include the Calliope and the Boyne rivers.  I would suggest that anybody planning a trip up there contact Queensland Health or DEEDI for news.
just a local rag going on believed to be lol easily passed to humans with only 2 could be infections out of how many fisherman that were fishing the same time. media stunt using a low key local rag , i guess when i see it officially on fisheries web site or from queensland health then i will be a believer  ;)

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Re: Gladstone Harbour and tributaries, closed to fishing
« Reply #7 on: September 16, 2011, 06:54:38 AM »
Speaking to some othe govt agency persons last night.... this is a BIG call to make. It wouldn't be without some serious justification behind it. Will see if some stuff gets covered up or transparency is maintained.  :popcorn)

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Re: Gladstone Harbour and tributaries, closed to fishing
« Reply #8 on: September 16, 2011, 08:49:16 AM »
just a local rag going on believed to be lol easily passed to humans with only 2 could be infections out of how many fisherman that were fishing the same time. media stunt using a low key local rag , i guess when i see it officially on fisheries web site or from queensland health then i will be a believer  ;)
So Wes, do you really think if it was that, I'd post it up here?  The person I received the call from in extremely credible but wishes to remain anonymous for reasons that are obvious to me, and none of anybody elses business.

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Re: Gladstone Harbour and tributaries, closed to fishing
« Reply #9 on: September 16, 2011, 08:51:57 AM »
So it's still just a rumour ATM?

Still nothing on DEEDI, Qld Health or DERM websites...

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Re: Gladstone Harbour and tributaries, closed to fishing
« Reply #10 on: September 16, 2011, 09:11:21 AM »
Just got off the phone to the DEEDI officer in Gladstone.  The closures are to take effect this afternoon.  He told me not to bother driving up to fish the Boyne.  Their office is closed in Gladstone today.

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Re: Gladstone Harbour and tributaries, closed to fishing
« Reply #11 on: September 16, 2011, 09:31:12 AM »
Just found this on the DPI Site.

http://www.dpi.qld.gov.au/30_20910.htm

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Re: Gladstone Harbour and tributaries, closed to fishing
« Reply #12 on: September 16, 2011, 09:35:04 AM »
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Temporary fishing closure in Gladstone areaNews release | 15 September, 2011


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Fisheries Queensland will put in place a temporary closure on all fishing in an area centred on Gladstone while Biosecurity Queensland conducts testing on a condition affecting some locally-caught fish.

Department of Employment, Economic Development and Innovation (DEEDI) Director-General Ian Fletcher said fishers had reported barramundi being caught in the area, some with cloudy eyes and lesions.

"Public health is the number one priority and we are putting in place a temporary closure while we assess the situation," Mr Fletcher said.
 
"Fisheries Queensland has determined the boundaries for the temporary closure will be between Deception Creek at the top end of The Narrows down to Rodds Peninsula and to the outer edge of Facing Island.

"Biosecurity Queensland is testing fish samples to try to identify the condition.

"In the meantime, we are taking a precautionary approach to ensure handling of affected fish is minimised.

"An additional Fisheries officer has been sent to Gladstone and the Queensland Boating and Fisheries Patrol is conducting extra patrols.

"While the fish condition has not been identified, we strongly urge people not to fish in the local area.

"DEEDI is consulting with the Queensland Seafood Industry Association and Sunfish Queensland.

"The fishing closure can be lifted at any time upon scientific advice confirming it is no longer necessary."

Safe Food Production Queensland Principal Policy Officer David Wilkinson said the closure ensured that fish that were potentially unsuitable for consumption would not enter the food chain.

"There is no evidence to suggest that seafood harvested from other areas is affected," Mr Wilkinson said.

Queensland Health Acting Chief Health Officer, Dr Michael Cleary said seafood that showed signs of damage, deterioration or disease should not be handled or consumed.
 
"Anyone who has concerns about their health which might be attributed to the handling or consumption of seafood from the local area should seek medical advice," Dr Cleary said.

State agencies will continue to monitor the situation.


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Re: Gladstone Harbour and tributaries, closed to fishing
« Reply #13 on: September 16, 2011, 09:38:22 AM »
It is still a little sketchy about "recreational" fishing.  I'm not sure how they'd stop it if someone really wanted to go fishing so they could handle one of these sick fish.

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Re: Gladstone Harbour and tributaries, closed to fishing
« Reply #14 on: September 16, 2011, 09:45:45 AM »
Thanks Dale & Adrian...

 

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