Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service (QPWS) will be conducting planned burns within Halifax Bay Wetlands National Park between Wednesday 1 July and Saturday 31 October 2026 (dates inclusive), as part of the annual conservation management and hazard reduction program for parks and forests.

As a result, smoke may be seen in the park and surrounding areas.

Persons with respiratory or other health problems should seek medical advice on mitigating the effects of smoke inhalation, should close windows and doors and keep medications close by if suffering from a respiratory illness.

The aim of these burns is to maintain a healthy forest environment and reduce the potential threats from bushfires in periods of dangerous fire weather.  

Please note: closures and access restrictions may also be implemented during this planned burn season. For the latest information, check all park alerts for Halifax Bay National Park here .

Public safety is the highest consideration in all QPWS fire management activities. To find out more visit the fire management webpage. 

Please observe all signage, barriers and directions from rangers and do not enter closed areas.

Please monitor park alerts on the department's website for updated information.

Stay up-to-date with Current bushfire warnings and incidents from Queensland Fire Department (QFD).