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Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Queensland

Hazardous Surf Warning for Queensland

Issued at 3:26 am EST on Thursday 9 July 2026
for the period until midnight EST Thursday 9 July 2026.

Surf and swell conditions are expected to be hazardous during the morning for coastal activities such as rock fishing, boating, and swimming in the following areas.

Thursday 9 July

Hazardous Surf Warning for:
K'gari Coast, Sunshine Coast Waters and Gold Coast Waters

Surf Life Saving Queensland advise that:

• People should consider staying out of the water and avoid walking near surf-exposed areas.
• Rock fishers should avoid coastal rock platforms exposed to the ocean and seek a safe location that is sheltered from the surf.
• Boaters planning to cross shallow water and ocean bars should consider changing or delaying their voyage.
• Boaters already on the water should carry the appropriate safety equipment and wear a lifejacket.
• Boaters should remember to log on with their local radio base and consider their safety management plan.

The next warning will be issued by 5:00 pm EST Thursday.

Check the Coastal Waters Forecast for information on wind, wave and weather conditions for these areas at http://www.bom.gov.au/qld/ or on marine radio.