South Australia's Coastline Recovers from Algal Bloom

0:00South Australia's coastline is bouncing back from that nasty algal bloom with the state government dialing back response measures starting May 1st. After months of heavy monitoring, testing at over 110 sites shows zero or low levels of Koreania algae across nearly the entire coast. Beach goers and fishers can breathe easier now. Conditions have improved steadily since February, from Adelaide beaches to Kangaroo Island, York Peninsula and the Arab Peninsula. Only one spot at Bickers Island on the southeast air peninsula had elevated readings recently, but everywhere else is clear. Officials are pleased with three straight months of low algae, though they're staying vigilant for any comeback. The bloom hid hard, killing tons of marine life, cleanup crews hauled over 9,400 kilograms weekly at its December peak, now down, to under 50 kilograms. The government's poured more than $160 million into science, research and community recovery. From May 1st, daily beach inspections and cleanups end, handing duties back to local

1:02councils. Water testing shifts to monthly in cleared areas with hot spots watched closely. Live camps stay on the beach safe app and the algal bloom site keeps updating water quality. Fishing sees big changes too. Blue crab restrictions lifting gulfs in Vincent thanks to stock rebound, but Southern Kalamari gets temporary closures in. Both gulfs, garfish pauses there too, and King George Whiting spawns protected until July 31st. It's a solid step toward healthier waters, setting up those autumn coastal vibes just right. I'm Corey with the story. That's your Adelaide News Today update, AI Powered and Always On.