Plogging Moogerah Dam and Mount Edwards

Tucked within Queensland’s Scenic Rim, Moogerah Dam is more than just a body of water; it’s a reservoir of history, resilience, and shifting responsibilities. Originally proposed in the 19th century and completed in 1961, it was built across Reynolds Creek to support irrigation and secure water supplies for local communities. Ghost stories, sunken farms, and even a haunted cow form part of its local mythology.

Towering above it all is Mount Edwards, or Wummun, a jagged remnant of a volcanic caldera with deep Indigenous roots and panoramic views that stretch to Cunningham’s Gap.

This plogging expedition marks a transition in storytelling: Trinity Anderson takes the reins, offering a new voice for future content. Remarkably, both the dam and mountain remain largely untouched by litter, standing as rare sanctuaries resisting the tide of modern waste. Together, they offer a powerful reminder of what’s still worth protecting.