APPENDIX 9 Key messages - industry example

APPENDIX 9

KEY MESSAGES - INDUSTRY EXAMPLE

BLUE GREEN ALGAE

• Some parts of the Murray River are currently affected by high levels of blue-green algae.

• The affected areas of the river are (affected locations)

• While visitors are advised not to undertake any activity that involves direct skin contact with the water in the affected area, there are many experiences on and along the river that can be still enjoyed, such as paddle steamer cruises, boat cruising, a picnic or BBQ on one of our many beaches such as Thompson’s Beach, houseboating or horse riding.

• Aside from river activities, the Murray region is filled with key experiences for visitors to enjoy such as golf, hiking and bushwalking, bike riding, events and festivals and wonderful food and wine experiences from riverside dining, to farmers markets and farm gate trails.

• Appropriate water treatment is in place by the respective local water utilities and town water supplies remain unaffected and safe to drink.

• Unaffected areas are safe for recreational use including swimming, water skiing and fishing. They include (unaffected locations).

• Accredited visitor information centres in the region are a great source of advice on ways you can safely explore the best of the Murray region this autumn.

• Due to the changing weather conditions it is impossible to predict if and when Blue Green Algae will disperse.

• Industry mechanisms have been activated to provide timely and responsible advice for holidaymakers to ensure their safety and to allow them to keep on enjoying their visit.

• We encourage you to continue to monitor blue-green algae alerts and public warnings. Visit www.gmwater.com.au.