Nine-year-old bitten and dingo injured on K’gari

Issued: 23 May 2025

A nine-year-old boy has been injured after a dingo attack at Yidney Rocks at K’gari/Fraser Island.

The dingo was injured by passers-by who ran to the boy’s aid.

The boy has been transported to hospital for treatment.

Rangers are now searching for the dingo and will increase patrols in the area.

Visitors to K’gari/Fraser Island are reminded to keep a stick with them, and watch children at all times.

Report any concerning dingo encounters by calling 07 4127 9150 or emailing dingo.ranger@des.qld.gov.au

Visitors to K’gari are reminded to Be dingo-safe! at all times:

• Always stay close (within arm’s reach) to children and young teenagers
• Always walk in groups and carry a stick
• Never feed dingoes
• Camp in fenced areas where possible
• Do not run. Running or jogging can trigger a negative dingo interaction
• Lock up food stores and iceboxes (even on a boat)
• Never store food or food containers in tents, and
• Secure all rubbish, fish and bait.

For more information go to K’gari dingoes.