A Queensland waterway which is usually a muddy brown colour resembles a strawberry milkshake this week.
Parts of Boondall Wetlands have turned bright pink at Nudgee Beach, emulating famous pink lakes with high salt levels that have become popular tourist attractions interstate.
Brisbane City Council Lord Mayor Adrian Schrinner said while it is natural and safe, council is monitoring the situation. Griffith University Professor Michele Burford said the colour is likely caused by a species of algae with a natural pink pigment.
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