Source: Tasmania Police
Issued: 6 Oct 2025
Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service (QPWS) has contained the bushfire in Gheebulum Kungugai (Moreton Island) National Park thanks to the collaborative efforts of Queensland Fire Department (QFD), Quandamooka Yoolooburrabee Aboriginal Corporation (QYAC) and other agencies.
The bushfire has impacted approximately 2,300 hectares on the northern side of Moreton Island.
It is currently believed that a campfire within the active fire ban zone sparked the blaze.
QPWS has engaged a fire investigator to determine the cause of the bushfire. Investigations are ongoing with support from QFD and Queensland Police Service (QPS).
A fire ban continues to be active in protected areas within Moreton Bay until 11:59pm on Tuesday 7 October 2025.
To ensure public safety, campers in affected areas were relocated to the western side of the island, and parts of the national park remain temporarily closed until further notice:
- Telegraph and Tempest Track
- Eagers and Midnight Track
Blue Lagoon Road was reopened yesterday after an assessment. A warning is in place for north of Middle Road, including Cowan Cowan, Bulwer and Blue Lagoon.
QPWS and QFD will continue to reinforce control lines and response efforts.
Residents impacted by smoke should take precautions and keep any medication nearby. Motorists should use caution and drive to conditions.
It is important to stay alert, follow any directions from QPWS rangers and never enter closed areas.
If you are planning to visit a national park or state forest this bushfire risk period, stay up to date with park, fire and weather conditions by visiting park alerts.