A “near-shore landslide”, often known as a sinkhole, is consuming the end of Inskip Point, sinking part of a popular barge landing.
The Department of Environment confirmed the landslide had created a “large, deep hole” at the western end of the barge landing, north of Rainbow Beach.
In a statement, a DES spokesman said anyone driving near the area should exercise caution before deciding whether to approach.
“K’gari barge access has not been affected, however a large section of the barge landing has sunk,” he said.
“All camping areas and beach driving areas at Inskip Peninsula Recreation Area remains open.”
Inskip Point is known for these types of landslips. They are caused when a large body of sand moves quickly, forming an underwater cliff that shifts towards the shore as the sand heads seaward.
They are not uncommon along Inskip, with one opening up along the shoreline in late April.
In September 2015, a landslip that was larger than a football field opened up overnight, swallowing a car, caravan, camper trailer and tents.
DES is advising people to stay away from the water’s edge, to avoid swimming near the landslip and to ensure children are well supervised.
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Posted 4h ago4 hours agoMon 3 Jun 2024 at 8:26am, updated 4h ago4 hours agoMon 3 Jun 2024 at 8:42am