Access and use

 
Seqwater has numerous sites across south east Queensland that can be enjoyed by the public for recreational pursuits. These sites are generally open to the public from sunrise to sunset.
 
With the exception of the designated camping grounds, you are not permitted to access the areas outside these times unless you have a permit to do so.

When you visit

We would like all visitors to our facilities to enjoy their stay. As such we would ask that all visitors observe the following:
  • Please leave the facilities as you found them. Do not cause damage to any property, flora or fauna.
  • Respect the fact that other visitors are using the facilities too. Please behave in an orderly, decent manner and keep any noise to a volume that will not cause a nuisance.
  • Please place all litter in the bins provided. Remember that these areas feed our drinking water supply. Do not discharge any substances that may pollute these areas.

Keeping visitors safe

The safety of our visitors is important to us. For your safety and the safety of others we would ask that all visitors observe the following:
  • Please comply with all the signs displayed, including traffic signs and parking.
  • Keep an eye out for hazards including for example, uneven surfaces, glass or metal on the ground, submerged or floating objects in the water.
  • Do not start a fire (except in a designated fireplace) or leave a fire unattended
  • Do not leave a water tap running.
  • Do not undertake any activity that is likely to interfere with the safety of others
 
If you are at all concerned with any of the facilities at our recreational areas, please email recreation@seqwater.com.au or talk to one of the on-site Rangers.

Operating a boat or vessel

All boats or vessels must be registered, insured and operated by a person who is appropriately licensed and experienced.
 
All vessels are to be operated in:
  • a safe manner that is not likely to cause injury or unduly disturb others
  • the designated area, for example, a “motor boat” is not to be operated in a “swimming” area, or in an area that will interfere with the conduct of an organised event
  • accordance with the instructions of Seqwater staff and Rangers as appropriate.
 
Different types of vessels are permitted at different sites. If you are unsure if a particular vessel or recreational activity is permitted at a site, please check the Activities by Location page, contact Seqwater at recreation@seqwater.com.au or talk to one of the on-site Rangers.

Organised activities or events

If you would like to hold an event or organised activity at any of our sites, you must obtain permission to do so. This includes public meetings, competitions, weddings etc.
 
If permission is granted for your activity or event, the permit will outline the conditions of use and access.
 
If you would like to hold an organised activity at any of our sites, please complete the request form (Word or PDF) and email it to recreation@seqwater.com.au or mail it to:
 
The Property and Facilities Coordinator
Seqwater
PO Box 68
Petrie QLD 4500

Commercial activities

Any activity which is conducted for gain is considered a commercial activity and requires a permit from Seqwater. Examples of commercial activities include:
  • selling things
  • supplying services or facilities
  • commercial photography
  • advertising or promoting a site as part of your business
  • conducting organised tours.
 
In general, conducting commercial activities on Seqwater sites is not permitted. In a limited number of circumstances, permits to operate commercial activities will be granted to activities which do not:
  • impact on water quality or damage the environment
  • impact on visitor amenity or public safety
  • infringe on local businesses or exclude other operators.
 
If you have any questions or would like more information, please email recreation@seqwater.com.au.