Beach Reports
Australia’s waters contain many sea creatures including Marine Stingers. They are generally quite easy to avoid, Stingers can cause discomfort if you are stung and some Tropical species (the Irukandji and the Box Jellyfish for example) can be lethal. So, to ensure you enjoy your day at the beach always remember to swim at a patrolled beach and look out for safety signs.
Beach |
Status |
Lifeguard Patrols |
| Port Douglas | 9am – 5pm Daily | |
| Ellis Beach | Weekends only 9am – 5pm | |
| Palm Cove | 9am – 5pm Daily | |
| Clifton Beach | No Lifeguard on duty | |
| Kewarra Beach | No Lifeguard on duty | |
| Trinity Beach | 9am – 5pm Daily | |
| Yorkeys Knob | 9am – 5pm Daily | |
| Holloways Beach | No Lifeguard on duty | |
| Cairns Lagoon | 6am to 9pm Thurs—Tues 12 noon to 9pm Wed | |
| Green Island | 9.15am — 4pm Daily | |
| Bramston Beach | No Lifeguard on duty | |
| Etty Bay | No Lifeguard on duty | |
| Kurrimine Beach | No Lifeguard on duty | |
| North Mission Beach | No Lifeguard on duty | |
| South Mission Beach | No Lifeguard on duty |
First Aid for Tropical Marine Stings
- Treat the sting- Pour Vinegar onto Sting
- Call for Help – Lifesaver/Lifeguard or dial 000 for Ambulance
- Emergency Care – CPR if needed
- Seek medical aid Hospital/Ambulance
WARNING: SYMPTOMS FOR IRUKANDJI STINGS MAY TAKE 20 – 40 MINUTES TO DEVELOP. IF IN DOUBT FOLLOW THE FIRST AID PRIORITIES AND SEEK MEDICAL ADVICE.