This project develops erosion control techniques at Continong Creek to reduce soil run-off into the Burdekin River and enhance water quality for the Great Barrier Reef.
About the project
This project trys different methods to prevent soil from moving from the land to the sea in the gully network at the mouth of Continong Creek.
We’re testing the most effective ways (remediation techniques) to reduce erosion and keep soil on the land.
The project will:
- improve understanding of cost-effective alluvial gully remediation techniques to inform industry, policy and research
- increase industry knowledge and skills in alluvial gully remediation
- reduce sediment loads from Continong Creek gully complex to the Burdekin River resulting in improved Reef water quality.
The project is located at Spyglass Research Station, in the Upper Burdekin.
What we do
The project’s activities include:
- collecting data (including cost-effective metrics) on alluvial gully remediation techniques
- demonstrating a range of remediation techniques on the Spyglass Research Station Continong Creek alluvial gully complex that drains into the Burdekin River, North Queensland
- increasing awareness and interest in alluvial gully remediation techniques
- reducing sediment loss from the Continong Creek gully complex to improve Reef water quality
- improving knowledge and skills of:
- consultants
- earthmoving contractors
- extension staff
- policymakers
- producers
- researchers
- soil conservationists.
A technical advisory group and a local producer group have been established and the site has been equipped for long-term water quality monitoring.
Last updated: 22 May 2026