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Three Rescued After Boat Capsizes in Hazardous Gold Coast Surf

Queensland Water Police carried out a successful rescue as meteorological warnings and safety campaigns heighten Easter weekend precautions.

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A close-up of a police badge, with a boat on the ocean in the background.

Overview

  • A boat capsized at around 5:30am on April 17 near Main Beach in the Gold Coast Seaway after hitting a large wave in hazardous surf conditions.
  • Queensland Water Police rescued three men, two with minor injuries and one with a foot injury, all now in stable condition at Gold Coast University Hospital.
  • The Bureau of Meteorology has issued hazardous surf warnings for K'gari, Sunshine Coast, and Gold Coast waters, advising against coastal activities in unpatrolled areas.
  • Queensland Police Service has launched an Easter road safety campaign, including e-bike patrols to monitor tourist hotspots and public behavior.
  • Authorities are urging caution over the Easter long weekend, a period marked by increased coastal and road activity historically associated with higher incident rates.