Forecast

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, National Water Operations

Major Flood Warning For The Flinders River
Issued at 01:32 PM AEST on Monday 09 March 2026
Flood Warning Number: 28

MAJOR FLOODING LIKELY AT RICHMOND POST OFFICE MONDAY AFTERNOON
MAJOR FLOODING AT WALKERS BEND EXPECTED TO CONTINUE
Moderate to heavy rainfall since Saturday is causing renewed river level rises across the Flinders River catchment. Moderate flooding is occurring at Richmond Post Office with further rises and major flooding likely during Monday afternoon. Downstream, river levels continue rising along the lower Flinders River and its tributaries, with major flooding expected to continue at Walkers Bend for the next few days.
Further areas of rainfall are forecast for the remainder of Monday, which may lead to further river level rises.

Flinders River to Richmond:
Major flooding is likely along the Flinders River to Richmond.
No current river level observations are available for the Flinders River at Richmond Post Office. Based on the nearby automatic gauge, the river level is expected to be above the moderate flood level and rising.
The Flinders River at Richmond Post Office is likely to exceed the major flood level (8.00 m) Monday afternoon. The river may exceed 8.20 m overnight Monday into Tuesday, with major flooding. Higher levels may be possible with forecast rainfall.

Flinders River downstream of Richmond:
Major flooding is occurring along the Flinders River downstream of Richmond.
The Flinders River at Walkers Bend is currently at 10.29 m and rising, with major flooding.
The Flinders River at Walkers Bend is expected to remain above the major flood level (8.00 m) for the next few days. Further rises are possible as upstream flows arrive.

Flood Safety Advice:
Don't drive, walk, swim or play in floodwater because it is dangerous.
Stay away from flooded drains, rivers, streams and waterways.
Obey road closure signs. Plan ahead so you don't drive on flooded roads.
Check the ABC and local media for updates. The situation can change quickly, so stay informed.
For local emergency management warnings and advice visit www.disaster.qld.gov.au/warnings.}
For emergency assistance call SES on telephone number 132 500. In life-threatening emergencies, call 000 (triple zero) immediately.

Next issue:
The next warning will be issued by 03:00 PM AEST on Tuesday 10 March 2026.

Latest River Heights:
Flinders River at Glendower Crossing,1.30,steady,12:00 pm Mon 09/03/26
Porcupine Creek at Mt Emu Plains,2.10,rising,12:00 pm Mon 09/03/26
Flinders River at Punchbowl,2.83,rising,12:00 pm Mon 09/03/26
Flinders River at Etta Plains,8.37,falling,12:00 pm Mon 09/03/26
Julia Creek,2.81,steady,12:00 pm Mon 09/03/26
Gilliat River at Wills Development Road,6.42,steady,12:00 pm Mon 09/03/26
Cloncurry River at Cloncurry,1.23,steady,12:00 pm Mon 09/03/26
Cloncurry River at Canobie,8.11,steady,12:00 pm Mon 09/03/26
Flinders River at Walkers Bend,10.29,rising,12:00 pm Mon 09/03/26

This advice is also available by dialling 1300 659 219. Warning, rainfall and river information are available at http://www.bom.gov.au/australia/flood.

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, National Water Operations

Major Flood Warning For The Georgina River And Eyre Creek
Issued at 12:20 PM AEST on Monday 09 March 2026
Flood Warning Number: 55

MAJOR FLOODING EASING AT MARION DOWNS
BEDOURIE AND GLENGYLE LIKELY TO REMAIN AROUND THE MAJOR LEVEL AHEAD OF SIGNIFICANT RENEWED RIVER LEVEL RISES FROM MID-WEEK
The major flood peak along the Georgina River has passed through Marion Downs and is now moving towards Eyre Creek, where significant renewed river level rises are likely from mid-week at Bedourie and Glengyle.
No significant rainfall is forecast over the next few days.

Georgina River to Marion Downs:
Major flooding is easing along the Georgina River between Roxborough Downs and Marion Downs.
The Georgina River at Marion Downs peaked at 6.65 m Friday evening, with major flooding. The river is currently at 6.50 m and steady, with major flooding.
The Georgina River at Marion Downs is expected to remain above the major flood level (5.00 m) for the remainder of this week.

Georgina River downstream of Marion Downs:
River level rises are occurring along the Georgina River downstream of Marion Downs. Moderate flooding is rising along King Creek at Cluny.
Eyre Creek:
River levels remain elevated around the major flood level along Eyre Creek at Bedourie and Glengyle, with significant renewed rises expected from mid-week as the main flood peak from upstream arrives.
The Eyre Creek at Bedourie is currently at 4.90 m and steady, just below the major flood level.
The Eyre Creek at Bedourie may exceed the major flood level (5.00 m) from mid-week, with continued rises above major likely to continue through to at least the end of the week.

The Eyre Creek at Glengyle is currently at 4.00 m and steady at the major flood level.
The Eyre Creek at Glengyle is likely to remain around the major flood level (4.00 m) for the next few days. Renewed rises are likely from mid-week as upstream flows arrive.

Flood Safety Advice:
Don't drive, walk, swim or play in floodwater because it is dangerous.
Stay away from flooded drains, rivers, streams and waterways.
Obey road closure signs. Plan ahead so you don't drive on flooded roads.
Check the ABC and local media for updates. The situation can change quickly, so stay informed.
For local emergency management warnings and advice visit www.disaster.qld.gov.au/warnings.}
For emergency assistance call SES on telephone number 132 500. In life-threatening emergencies, call 000 (triple zero) immediately.

Next issue:
The next warning will be issued by 02:00 PM AEST on Wednesday 11 March 2026.

Latest River Heights:
Georgina River at Roxborough Downs Tm,8.56,steady,11:00 am Mon 09/03/26
Georgina River at Glenormiston,6.80,steady,9:00 am Mon 09/03/26
Burke River at Boulia,1.92,steady,11:00 am Mon 09/03/26
Georgina River at Marion Downs,6.50,steady,9:00 am Mon 09/03/26
Eyre Creek at Bedourie,4.90,steady,9:00 am Mon 09/03/26
King Creek at Cluny,4.40,steady,9:00 am Mon 09/03/26
Eyre Creek at Glengyle,4.00,steady,9:00 am Mon 09/03/26

This advice is also available by dialling 1300 659 219. Warning, rainfall and river information are available at http://www.bom.gov.au/australia/flood.

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, National Water Operations

Moderate Flood Warning For The Western River And Minor Flood Warning For The Diamantina River
Issued at 10:07 AM AEST on Monday 09 March 2026
Flood Warning Number: 65

MODERATE FLOODING POSSIBLE AT WINTON FROM LATE TUESDAY
MINOR FLOODING CONTINUING AT BIRDSVILLE
Moderate to heavy rainfall has been observed across parts of the Western River catchment since Sunday afternoon. This is likely to result in river and creek level rises, with minor flooding possible at Winton during Tuesday and moderate flooding possible from late Tuesday.
Further downstream, moderate flooding is falling slowly along the Diamantina River at Diamantina lakes. A flood peak is currently approaching Monkira. As these flows move downstream renewed rises are possible at Birdsville over the coming week, where minor flooding is occurring.
A Flood Watch is current for most of Queensland.

Diamantina River to Diamantina Lakes:
The Diamantina River at Diamantina Lakes is currently at 5.28 m and falling, above the moderate flood level (4.00 m) and well above the Springvale Diamantina Lakes Road Causeway level (2.10 m).
Western River:
Moderate flooding is possible along the Western River at Winton.
No observations are currently available for the Western River at Winton. However, it is estimated that the river level is below the minor flood level and steady.
The Western River at Winton may exceed the minor flood level (1.50 m) during Tuesday. The river may reach around the moderate flood level (2.00 m) from late Tuesday.

Diamantina River downstream of Diamantina Lakes:
Moderate flooding is occurring at Roseberth. Minor flooding is occurring at Monkira and Birdsville.
The Diamantina River at Birdsville Police Station was 5.90 m and falling at 9:00 am Sunday, with minor flooding.
The Diamantina River at Birdsville Police Station is expected to remain above the minor flood level (4.00 m) during the next few days. Renewed rises are possible as upstream flows arrive.

Flood Safety Advice:
Don't drive, walk, swim or play in floodwater because it is dangerous.
Stay away from flooded drains, rivers, streams and waterways.
Obey road closure signs. Plan ahead so you don't drive on flooded roads.
Check the ABC and local media for updates. The situation can change quickly, so stay informed.
For local emergency management warnings and advice visit www.disaster.qld.gov.au/warnings.}
For emergency assistance call SES on telephone number 132 500. In life-threatening emergencies, call 000 (triple zero) immediately.

Next issue:
The next warning will be issued by 03:00 PM AEST on Tuesday 10 March 2026.

Latest River Heights:
Mills Creek at Oondooroo,1.94,rising,9:00 am Mon 09/03/26
Diamantina River at Elderslie,2.00,steady,5:50 am Mon 09/03/26
Diamantina River at Diamantina Lakes Tm,5.28,steady,9:00 am Mon 09/03/26
Diamantina River at Monkira,3.68,steady,9:00 am Mon 09/03/26
Diamantina River at Durrie Station,1.45,steady,9:00 am Sun 08/03/26
Diamantina River at Roseberth Station,4.92,steady,7:05 am Mon 09/03/26
Diamantina River at Birdsville Police Station,5.65,steady,9:00 am Mon 09/03/26
Diamantina River at Birdsville,5.90,steady,9:15 am Mon 09/03/26

This advice is also available by dialling 1300 659 219. Warning, rainfall and river information are available at http://www.bom.gov.au/australia/flood.