Foam blankets Glenelg beach as government launches algal bloom hotline

Foam blankets Glenelg beach as government launches algal bloom hotline

Brown foam has blanketed one of the state's most popular tourist beaches in South Australia, as the state government launches an algal bloom hotline.

Making summer plans – a young person’s perspective on the algal bloom crisis in South Australia

Introduction by Croakey: A free hotline has been launched in South Australia to provide timely, consistent information about the toxic algal bloom, including the latest health advice and access to mental health services. The 1800 774 779 hotline will operate […]

Government throws the best ever foam party on the Glenelg shore

TRENT BARTLETT Crowds flocked to Glenelg this week after the South Australian Government announced it would no longer refer to the algal bloom as an “environmental issue,” but rather as “the hottest ticketed foam party of the summer.” Glenelg residents were awoken on Thursday morning to the sounds of Ministry of Sound’s 2003 Annual, while revellers played in the perfectly safe sea foam. Health experts have warned that swimming in the foam could …

South Australia launches new algal bloom hotline to aid community and environmental response

South Australia introduces a dedicated hotline to provide instant updates and support regarding the ongoing algal bloom, giving the community access to critical information and services.