Residents on notice at bay beach

Dog and horse owners will be given new boundaries when using a popular Moreton Bay beach next year.

City of Moreton Bay is changing the Beachmere foreshore recreation areas to help protect local wildlife and habitat.

The boundaries will amend existing dog off-leash, dog on-leash and horse recreation areas, to minimise the impact on migratory and resident shorebirds.

Mayor Peter Flannery said the changes would come in on February 3, giving residents time to adjust to the changes.

“These activities will still exist, but within amended designated areas that will minimise the impact on our local wildlife,” he said.

“Importantly, these changes will also bring the Beachmere foreshore into line with State and Federal Government legislation.

“Some of these birds are endangered species and fly over 14,000 km every year from places like Russia to call Moreton Bay home for a period of time.

“We ask that everyone abide by the new rules and practice responsible dog ownership at all times, so everyone can enjoy the foreshore for many years to come.

“Penalties will apply once these changes come into effect.”

Cr Mark Booth (Div 2) said it was important to the Moreton Bay Marine Park, the Beachmere Conservation Park and the wildlife that utilise these areas.

“We take our responsibility to protect the environment and wildlife very seriously, while still seeking to provide our residents with the amenity they love,” he said.

Councillor Brooke Savige (Div 1) added: “Our website has the new boundaries and all the information in one place” for residents to see.

“Signage will be installed at beach access points and City of Moreton Bay staff will be hosting pop up information sessions during summer to answer any questions you may have,” Cr Savige said.

For more information visit www.moretonbay.qld.gov.au/Services/Sport-recreation/Dog-Parks-and-Beaches/Beachmere-Foreshore-Recreation-Areas