Blue-green algae alert

A blue-green algae alert has been issued for Green Lake, Dock Lake and the Wimmera River upstream from Riverside Recreation Reserve.

Blue-green algae occurs naturally. It is not possible to predict how long the algae will remain at high levels.

Affected water should not be used for cooking, drinking, washing or any other domestic use. Boiling affected water does not make it safe for use.

People are advised to avoid contact with water in the three waterways and to wash any skin that comes into contact with the water immediately.

If health issues persist after being in contact with affected water, people should seek medical advice.

Signs of algae contact are skin rashes or itchiness, sore eyes, ears and nose, or if swallowed, nausea or vomiting.

“We try to collect as many different artworks from Australian, and also local artists – so people can come in and see artwork of people they might know, or people they haven’t discovered before who live locally, while also experiencing different pieces they might not get to experience unless they go to Melbourne,” Ms Simpson said.

“We’re just as good as any Melbourne gallery.

“We have contemporary exhibitions that people can come and see – from artists such as Bill Henson or Sidney Nolan that celebrate our region.”

The gallery is open every day from 10am to 4pm.

Pet owners should also prevent pets from drinking or having contact with the water.

Horsham Rural City Council will continue to monitor the waterways for algae.

People can continue to enjoy recreational activities at the lake and river, such as sightseeing, that do not involve direct contact with the water.

More information regarding blue-green algae can be found online via www.gwmwater.org. au/using-lakes-and-reservoirs/ rec-algae-warnings

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