March 21, 2022
South Burnett Regional Council has reassured residents Kingaroy’s water supply is safe following the discovery of two bodies in Gordonbrook Dam on Saturday.
The dam is the primary water source for Kingaroy, and normally uses a blend of 70 per cent water from Boondooma Dam and 30 per cent from Gordonbrook.
Mayor Brett Otto said the Council became aware of the issue on Saturday night and immediately switched to 100 per cent Boondooma water.
However, he stressed this was not a reflection on water quality or safety.
“Council undertakes regular testing of the water supply, both raw and treated, from all water supply sites, including Gordonbrook Dam,” the Mayor said.
“This monitoring ensures all water meets health guidelines before it enters the reticulation system.”
He said ongoing testing over the past month had raised no anomalies.
“At this stage, South Burnett Regional Council is currently drawing 100 per cent of raw water from Boondooma Dam, and will continue to do so until circumstances change,” Mayor Otto said.
“Council and the water treatment plant operators will continue to work with Queensland Health to ensure the safety and reliability of the water supply to Kingaroy.”
He said Council’s contacts with the Darling Downs Public Health Unit indicated they had no concerns about the quality of treated water from the site.
Speaking to southburnett.com.au, Mayor Otto said the switch to Boondooma Dam water had not been due to concerns about water quality but was simply to alleviate any anxiety in the community.
