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Anonymous
Melbourne, Victoria, Australia·2/26/2026

Oil spill in Brisbane River — wildlife sanctuary downstream, authorities too slow

Major oil spill from a cargo vessel in Brisbane River. Oil slick spreading toward Boondall Wetlands Reserve — critical habitat for migratory birds and marine life. Queensland EPA response is too slow. Volunteers trying to clean up but need professional help urgently.
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Report to Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) at amsa.gov.au — they coordinate national marine pollution response.
Step 2
Contact Queensland Department of Environment and Science at des.qld.gov.au — report environmental emergency.
Contact RSPCA Queensland at rspcaqld.org.au for wildlife res
Report to Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority if there'

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Comments (6)

Lisa Schmidt2/26/2026

I work in this industry and I can tell you this is common practice unfortunately.

Ananya Das2/27/2026

Tried the helpline number mentioned — actually got through and they were helpful!

Karthik Murugan2/26/2026

Boycott this company until they change their practices.

Anonymous2/27/2026

This is why I always record my interactions with customer service.

Anonymous2/27/2026

The government needs to step in and regulate this industry.

Amina Bello3/4/2026

This needs more attention. Sharing with everyone I know.

Vikram Singh2/28/2026

Filing my own complaint about this right now. Enough is enough.

Oliver Brown2/28/2026

How is this legal? Someone needs to take this to court.