Visitors to K’gari are strongly urged to heed “Be dingo-safe” messaging following recent attacks on the island.
On Sunday, a dingo bit a two-year-old on the leg at Lake McKenzie resulting in a superficial injury.
The dingo encountered the child in the carpark.
Rangers were onsite to provide basic first-aid care and advice.
On Saturday, a woman was bitten on the leg by a dingo at the lake after she tried to stop the animal from taking her bag, resulting in a superficial injury.
Two other people including a child have also been bitten in just over a week.
Senior Ranger Dr Linda Behrendorff is reminding people of the importance of carrying a dingo stick and keeping children close.
“Some dingoes will target children because they are seen as the weaker links of the pack. This is why it is so important to keep children within arm’s reach,” Dr Behrendorff said.
“We have increased our ranger patrols during this busy long weekend period, but urge people to remain vigilant, particularly parents with young children.
“Visitors must not be complacent. People need to understand their risk when travelling to K’gari. Our message is simple: Be dingo-safe,” she said.
Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service is investigating these incidents to determine next steps.
