Police and the Australian Defence Force blew up a suspicious device on Peregian Beach on 22 August 2025.
Key Facts
- Place: Peregian Beach, Sunshine Coast
- Date: 22 August 2025
- Emergency declared under the Public Safety Preservation Act
- Defence identified it as a marine marker
- Area declared safe about 3pm
What It Was
Defence said it was a marine marker. These are pyrotechnic devices used in search-and-rescue and at sea.
Safety Tip
If you find a strange object on a beach, do not touch it. Call police.
Frequently Asked Questions
What was found on Peregian Beach?
A marine marker, a pyrotechnic device.
Was anyone hurt?
No injuries were reported.
When was the zone lifted?
About 3pm.
Conclusion
Fast action kept beachgoers safe.
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