Flying-Fox Dispersal to Begin Published on 23 March 2026 Lissner Park Flying-fox dispersal will commence Tuesday, 24 March 2026 - Friday, 27 March 2026, between the hours of 5:30am and 8am. Tagged as: , Public Notices
What happens next? Published on 03 March 2026 Council continues to:• Monitor flying-fox activity closely• Assess environmental and seasonal conditions• Engage with relevant authorities• Act when conditions allow for safe, effective and compliant management Tagged as: , Public Notices
How are flying-foxes managed in Queensland? Published on 01 March 2026 Flying-foxes are managed in accordance with the Queensland Code of Practice – Ecologically Sustainable Management of Flying-Fox Roosts, which ensures actions are:✔ Humane✔ Environmentally responsible✔ Legally compliant Tagged as: , Public Notices
Flying-foxes and health: what should I be concerned about? Published on 24 February 2026 For most people, the health risk posed by flying-foxes is very low - especially when they are left undisturbed. Tagged as: , Public Notices
Why disturbing flying-foxes during the day causes more harm Published on 19 February 2026 Flying-foxes rest during daylight hours to conserve energy. Disturbance caused by noise, movement, spraying or harassment can cause more harm. Tagged as: , Public Notices
Flying-Foxes and Council’s Role Published on 17 February 2026 Flying-foxes play a critical role in maintaining healthy ecosystems. They are essential pollinators and seed dispersers, helping regenerate native vegetation across Queensland, including eucalypts, melaleucas and bloodwoods. Tagged as: , Public Notices
Why aren’t flying-foxes being relocated from Lissner Park right now? Published on 09 February 2026 There are currently significant flowering events in melaleucas, eucalypts and bloodwoods across the region. With recent rain, pollination activity is at its peak, making this area highly attractive to flying-foxes. Tagged as: , Public Notices
Lissner Park Closed - 6 February 2026 Published on 06 February 2026 Council advises Lissner Park including the off-leash dog enclosure, is closed until further notice due to safety concerns of fallen branches caused by an increase in flying-fox. Tagged as: , Public Notices
Excelsior Library – Trial of Revised Opening Hours Published on 22 December 2025 Charters Towers Regional Council advises that the Excelsior Library will be trialling revised opening hours for a period of six (6) months, commencing Monday, 12 January 2026. Tagged as: , Public Notices