Rangers on K'gari (formerly known as Fraser Island) are reminding people to be vigilant following another incident that resulted in a child being bitten by a dingo (wongari).
On 23 April 2024, a family were packing up after visiting Awinya Creek on the western side of the island and two boys who were covered in sand were told to wash off in the creek.
As the boys washed off at the mouth of the creek, a dingo ran straight at the boys, who screamed and ran towards their parents.
The dingo bit the 10-year-old on the back of his leg, leaving minor injuries including a scratch and bruising to his lower right calf muscle.
The boy's parents treated the injury and he did not require further medical assistance.
The Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service (QPWS) was advised about the incident on 29 april 2024 due to phone reception issues on the island.
Rangers believe they have identified the dingo, and patrols have been increased in the area.
Visitors and residents on K'gari are reminded to remain vigilant at all times by keeping children at arm's length, never walking alone and carrying a stick at all times.
Parents and carers should expect dingoes anywhere on the island, and must be aware that they are fast, dangerous and children and young teenagers are more vulnerable.
