Marine Rescue Queensland Thirsty Sound (formerly Coast Guard Yeppoon QF24) has a proud history of keeping boaties and the local community safe on the water, with more than 40 years of volunteer marine rescue service in the region.
Originally established in 1981 as a section of Australian Volunteer Coast Guard Yeppoon, the unit played an important role in connecting the remote Thirsty Sound community with the outside world, providing vital radio communications during cyclones, floods and other emergencies. In 1996, Thirsty Sound became an officially chartered Coast Guard flotilla, continuing its commitment to marine safety across the surrounding waterways.
Today, our dedicated volunteers carry forward this proud legacy as part of the statewide MRQ network, bringing decades of experience, valuable local knowledge and a strong commitment to helping those in need.
Whether you’re heading out to explore the waters around Stanage Bay and the Percy Isles or looking for a rewarding way to give back to your community, MRQ Thirsty Sound is here to help.
Call sign: 'MRQ Thirsty Sound' or 'Marine Rescue Thirsty Sound'
Log on/off: VHF Channel 81 or phone 0447 213 623
VHF working channel: Channel 81 / 83 (Use Channel 83 if north of Percy Island)
In an emergency: Radio VHF Channel 16 or phone Triple Zero (000)