Queensland
Snorkeler airlifted after shark attack off Lady Elliot Island
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A man in his 50s was bitten by a shark while snorkeling near Lady Elliot Island on the Great Barrier Reef. He sustained injuries to his arm and was airlifted to Bundaberg Hospital in stable condition. The incident occurred on Thursday morning, prompting the closure of nearby snorkeling zones.
A 2026 government initiative will install cameras on most Queensland trawl vessels to monitor fishing activities along the Great Barrier Reef. This electronic monitoring aims to improve reporting of bycatch and ensure sustainable practices. The system combines cameras, sensors, and AI to verify catches and protect threatened species.
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The Queensland government has allocated more than $7.6 million to support 30 new and upgraded regional tourism experiences as part of its Destination 2045 strategy. Announced on February 24, 2026, the funding aims to enhance accessibility and innovation across the state ahead of the 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games. This initiative draws from the Regional Tourism Infrastructure Fund to bolster local operators.