17 May 2011
The precautionary advice for swimming at Nightcliff Beach, adjacent to Rapid Creek, has been lifted after test results showed greatly improved water quality with significantly reduced bacteria levels which pose minimal risk to public health.
Routine weekly sampling will continue for Darwin Harbour beaches and the public will be kept informed of any changes to the situation.
Latest test results and the current status of the beaches can be viewed on the Environmental Health website at:
http://www.health.nt.gov.au/Environmental_Health/Beach_Water_Quality/index.aspx
For further information please contact the DoH Environmental Health hotline on toll free 1800 095 646.
Media inquiries: Michelle Foster, 0459 166 801.
