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Blue-Green Algae

Posted inBallina Shire, Environment, Lennox Head

Red alert issued for Lake Ainsworth

by News DeskOctober 16, 2025November 7, 2025

A red alert has been issued for Lake Ainsworth in Lennox Head after tests detected high levels of potentially toxic blue-green algae, with WaterNSW urging people to avoid swimming and other recreational activities until the warning is lifted.

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