Vandals tear up popular campground
LAKE TINAROO
INVESTIGATIONS are underway into the brazen vandalism of a popular Far North tourist spot.
Camping at a section of Fong On Bay at Lake Tinaroo has been closed after rangers discovered it had been used to do ‘doughnuts’ by a group of Australia Day campers.
Principal Ranger Andrew Millerd said large areas of turf had been destroyed by vehicles travelling at high speed at the campground in Danbulla State Forest.
“This type of activity will not be tolerated,” Millerd said.
“Families nearby reported the activities and that they had feared for their safety, as well having their camping weekend ruined.
“Not only were those campers impacted, but until the damage is repaired, this usually popular site has been spoiled for everyone else.”
The maximum penalty for vandalising a state forest is $2523 per offence.
The damage was caused despite extra ranger on the Tableland over the long weekend.
“Rangers and Police also patrolled Lake Eacham in Crater Lakes National Park,” he said.
“Despite the wet weather, the lake was very popular on Australia Day. Most visitors had a great day, were well behaved and complied with our request not to take drink containers onto the lake.
“We want everyone to be able to visit our beautiful parks and forests, look after them, and enjoy themselves safely.
Rangers and Police are investigating the Fong On Bay incident with information provided by other campers.
“We will continue to work hard and patrol these areas to stop disrespectful, destructive or dangerous behaviour in our parks and forests,” Millerd said.
Anyone with information in relation to these reports from the long weekend is urged to call Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
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