Nine-year-old Bitten And Dingo Injured On K'gari

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.

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