Forecast

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, National Water Operations

Minor Flood Warning For The Herbert River
Issued at 09:11 AM AEST on Thursday 12 March 2026
Flood Warning Number: 8

MINOR FLOODING ESTIMATED TO BE OCCURRING AT GLENEAGLE
MINOR FLOODING POSSIBLE AT ABERGOWRIE BRIDGE FROM THURSDAY AFTERNOON
Recent rainfall over the Herbert catchment has resulted in creek and river level rises. The river level at Gleneagle Homestead is likely to remain above the minor flood level for the remainder of Thursday and into Friday.
Showers and thunderstorms are forecast for the next few days, which may lead to renewed river level rises and minor flooding at Abergowrie Bridge from Thursday afternoon.

Herbert River to Nash's Crossing:
Minor flooding is occurring along the Herbert River to Nash's Crossing.
No observations are currently available for the Herbert River at Gleneagle Homestead. Based on the nearby automatic gauge, it is estimated that the river level at Gleneagle Homestead is currently above the minor flood level and falling.
The Herbert River at Gleneagle Homestead is likely to remain above the minor flood level (4.50 m) for the remainder of Thursday and into Friday.

Herbert River downstream of Nash's Crossing:
Minor flooding is possible along the Herbert River downstream of Nash's Crossing at Abergowrie Bridge.
The Herbert River at Abergowrie Bridge is currently at 5.07 m and rising, below the minor flood level (6.00 m).
With forecast rainfall, renewed river level rises and minor flooding is possible along the Herbert River at Abergowrie Bridge from Thursday afternoon.

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 10:00 AM AEST on Friday 13 March 2026.

Latest River Heights:
Wild River at Silver Valley,3.07,falling,8:00 am Thu 12/03/26
Rudd Creek at Gunnawarra,6.09,steady,8:00 am Thu 12/03/26
Herbert River at Gleneagle,5.37,falling,8:00 am Thu 12/03/26
Blencoe Creek at Blencoe Falls,2.93,steady,8:00 am Thu 12/03/26
Herbert River at Nash's Crossing,3.70,falling,8:58 am Thu 12/03/26
Herbert River at Abergowrie,4.83,rising,7:55 am Thu 12/03/26
Herbert River at Abergowrie Bridge,5.07,rising,8:36 am Thu 12/03/26
Stone River at Peacock Siding,1.25,steady,8:58 am Thu 12/03/26
Herbert River at Trebonne,5.10,steady,8:25 am Thu 12/03/26
Herbert River at Ingham Pump Station,4.89,steady,7:15 am Thu 12/03/26
Herbert River at Gairloch,4.79,steady,8:45 am Thu 12/03/26
Herbert River at Halifax,2.26,steady,8:37 am Thu 12/03/26
Lucinda Offshore Tide,2.56,falling,8:39 am Thu 12/03/26

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

Minor Flood Warning For The Suttor River
Issued at 01:03 PM AEST on Wednesday 11 March 2026
Flood Warning Number: 4

MINOR FLOODING POSSIBLE AT ST ANNS FROM AROUND FRIDAY
Recent moderate to heavy rainfall over parts of the Belyando and Suttor catchments has caused river level rises across the upper catchments. Minor flooding is possible along the Suttor River at St Anns from around Friday as upstream flows arrive.
Elevated river levels are occurring along the lower Burdekin River downstream of Burdekin Falls Dam, however river levels are expected to remain below the minor flood level.

Belyando and Suttor Rivers to Burdekin Falls Dam:
Minor flooding is possible along the Suttor River.
The Suttor River at St Anns is currently at 1.34 m and steady, below the minor flood level.
The Suttor River at St Anns may reach around the minor flood level (4.00 m) from around Friday. 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 02:00 PM AEST on Thursday 12 March 2026.

Latest River Heights:
Burdekin River at Mt Fullstop,4.49,falling,12:00 pm Wed 11/03/26
Paluma Dam,0.08,steady,8:40 am Wed 11/03/26
Star River at Laroona,2.78,steady,12:00 pm Wed 11/03/26
Burdekin River at Gainsford,5.58,falling,12:00 pm Wed 11/03/26
Keelbottom Creek at Keelbottom,1.61,steady,12:00 pm Wed 11/03/26
Burdekin River at Sellheim,5.15,rising,12:47 pm Wed 11/03/26
Alpha Creek at Rivington,1.12,falling,12:56 pm Wed 11/03/26
Belyando River at Belyando Crossing,2.88,steady,12:00 pm Wed 11/03/26
Suttor River at St Anns,1.34,steady,12:00 pm Wed 11/03/26
Cape River at Pentland,2.13,steady,12:00 pm Wed 11/03/26
Cape River at Taemas,2.96,steady,10:27 am Wed 11/03/26
Burdekin Dam,1.21,steady,11:25 am Wed 11/03/26
Bowen River at Myuna,2.59,steady,12:00 pm Wed 11/03/26
Burdekin River at Dalbeg,5.63,steady,12:39 pm Wed 11/03/26
Bogie River at Strathbogie,2.27,falling,12:56 pm Wed 11/03/26
Burdekin River at Millaroo,6.00,steady,12:27 pm Wed 11/03/26
Burdekin River at Clare,5.60,steady,11:49 am Wed 11/03/26
Burdekin River at Inkerman Bridge,4.45,steady,11:58 am Wed 11/03/26
Burdekin River at Rita Island,-2.60,falling,12:19 pm Wed 11/03/26
Burdekin River at Groper Creek,0.19,falling,12:54 pm Wed 11/03/26

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 Western River And Minor Flooding Warning For The Diamantina River
Issued at 10:28 AM AEST on Wednesday 11 March 2026
Flood Warning Number: 67

MAJOR FLOODING POSSIBLE AT WINTON FROM WEDNESDAY AFTERNOON
MINOR FLOODING CONTINUING AT BIRDSVILLE
Moderate to heavy rainfall was observed across parts of the Western River catchment over the weekend, resulting in river and creek level rises. Moderate flooding is occurring at Winton with major flooding possible from Wednesday afternoon.
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 river rises are possible at Birdsville next week, where minor flooding is occurring.
A Flood Watch is current for parts of the Gulf Country and Cape York Peninsula.

Diamantina River to Diamantina Lakes:
The Diamantina River at Diamantina Lakes is currently at 5.13 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 occurring along the Western River at Winton.
The Western River at Winton is currently at 3.00 m and rising, with moderate flooding.
The Western River at Winton may reach around the major flood level (3.50 m) from Wednesday afternoon. Further rises are possible.

Diamantina River downstream of Diamantina Lakes:
Minor flooding is occurring at Roseberth, Monkira and Birdsville.
The Diamantina River at Birdsville Police Station was at 5.40 m and falling at 9:00 am Tuesday, 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 Thursday 12 March 2026.

Latest River Heights:
Mills Creek at Oondooroo,4.81,falling,9:00 am Wed 11/03/26
Diamantina River at Elderslie,2.10,steady,5:40 am Wed 11/03/26
Diamantina River at Diamantina Lakes Tm,5.13,steady,9:00 am Wed 11/03/26
Diamantina River at Monkira,3.91,steady,9:00 am Wed 11/03/26
Diamantina River at Durrie Station,1.45,steady,9:00 am Sun 08/03/26
Diamantina River at Roseberth Station,4.85,steady,7:00 am Wed 11/03/26
Diamantina River at Birdsville Police Station,5.40,falling,9:00 am Tue 10/03/26
Diamantina River at Birdsville,5.43,steady,9:00 am Wed 11/03/26

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 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.