Queensland Health has issued a public health alert after three people who attended a Jelly Roll concert in Brisbane were diagnosed with measles. The concert took place on October 24 at the Brisbane Entertainment Centre in Boondall.
The infected individuals visited several locations on the Gold Coast and in the Wide Bay area while unknowingly infectious. Authorities are urging anyone who attended the concert or visited these regions to monitor for symptoms, which can appear up to three weeks after exposure.
Queensland Chief Health Officer Dr Catherine McDougall said symptoms typically occur seven to 18 days after contact with an infected person. “If you think you may have the measles, it is important you avoid public spaces and monitor for symptoms,” she warned.
Measles is a highly infectious virus spread through coughing or sneezing and can lead to serious complications. Symptoms include fever, runny nose, moist cough, sore eyes, and a blotchy red rash.
So far in 2025, Queensland has recorded 30 measles cases, nearly eight times the average of the past five years. Two additional unrelated cases were confirmed this week in central Queensland and West Moreton.
The full list of exposure sites and times is available on the Queensland Health website.
