Forecast

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, National Water Operations

Major Flood Warning For The Lower Flinders River And Final Flood Warning For The Upper Flinders River
Issued at 12:02 PM AEST on Friday 30 January 2026
Flood Warning Number: 51

FLOODING HAS NOW EASED AT RICHMOND
MAJOR FLOODING EXPECTED TO CONTINUE AT WALKERS BEND
River level rises are occurring along the Flinders River downstream of Richmond following moderate to heavy rainfall earlier in the week. The river level at Richmond along the Flinders River is estimated to have fallen below the minor level Friday morning and will remain below the minor level through the weekend. Further rainfall is forecast from early next week. This may result in renewed river level rises. The situation is being closely monitored, and warnings will be issued as required.
Further downstream, a renewed peak was observed on Thursday afternoon at Walkers Bend, where major flooding is expected to continue for the next few days. Renewed river rises are expected as upstream flows arrive, but these are not expected to exceed river levels observed earlier this month.
A Flood Watch is current for parts of the Cape York Peninsula and Gulf of Carpentaria.

Flinders River to Richmond:
Flooding has now eased along the upper Flinders River at Richmond.
No observations are currently available for the Flinders River at Richmond Post Office. Based on the nearby automatic gauge, the river level is expected to be below the minor flood level (5.00 m) and falling.
The Flinders River at Richmond Post Office is likely to remain below the minor flood level (5.00 m) through the weekend.

Flinders River downstream of Richmond:
Major flooding is occurring along the lower Flinders River at Walkers Bend.
The Flinders River at Walkers Bend is currently at 8.66 m and steady, 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 likely 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 01:00 PM AEST on Monday 02 February 2026.

Latest River Heights:
Flinders River at Glendower Crossing,1.05,steady,11:00 am Fri 30/01/26
Porcupine Creek at Mt Emu Plains,1.86,steady,11:00 am Fri 30/01/26
Flinders River at Punchbowl,5.27,steady,11:00 am Fri 30/01/26
Flinders River at Etta Plains,4.48,rising,11:00 am Fri 30/01/26
Julia Creek,1.41,steady,11:00 am Fri 30/01/26
Gilliat River at Wills Development Road,3.49,steady,11:00 am Fri 30/01/26
Cloncurry River at Cloncurry,1.14,steady,11:00 am Fri 30/01/26
Cloncurry River at Canobie,2.29,steady,11:00 am Fri 30/01/26
Flinders River at Walkers Bend,8.66,steady,11:00 am Fri 30/01/26

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 Diamantina River
Issued at 11:09 AM AEST on Friday 30 January 2026
Flood Warning Number: 34

MINOR FLOODING LIKELY AT BIRDSVILLE DURING NEXT WEEK
River levels remain elevated along the Diamantina River, where the main flood peak is downstream of Monkira and slowly approaching Birdsville. Minor flooding is likely to develop at Birdsville during next week.
River levels at Diamantina Lakes remain above the moderate flood level and the causeway.

Diamantina River to Diamantina Lakes:
The Diamantina River at Diamantina Lakes is currently at 4.85 m and steady, above the moderate flood level (4.00 m) and above the level of the Springvale Diamantina Lakes Road Causeway (2.10 m).
Diamantina River downstream of Diamantina Lakes:
River level rises are occurring along the lower Diamantina River downstream of Diamantina Lakes. Minor flooding is continuing at Monkira.
The Diamantina River at Birdsville Police Station was at 1.80 m and steady on Wednesday, below the minor flood level.
The Diamantina River at Birdsville Police Station is likely to exceed the minor flood level (4.00 m) during next week. 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 12:00 PM AEST on Monday 02 February 2026.

Latest River Heights:
Mills Creek at Oondooroo,1.43,steady,10:00 am Fri 30/01/26
Diamantina River at Diamantina Lakes Tm,4.85,steady,10:00 am Fri 30/01/26
Diamantina River at Monkira,3.77,steady,9:00 am Fri 30/01/26
Diamantina River at Birdsville Police Station,1.80,steady,9:00 am Wed 28/01/26
Diamantina River at Birdsville,2.10,steady,9:55 am Fri 30/01/26

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 Cooper Creek And Minor Flood Warning For The Thomson And Barcoo Rivers.
Issued at 01:32 PM AEST on Thursday 29 January 2026
Flood Warning Number: 32

MODERATE FLOODING EXPECTED TO BE EASING AT WINDORAH
MINOR FLOODING OCCURRING AT CAMOOLA PARK, JUNDAH AND RETREAT
RENEWED MINOR FLOODING POSSIBLE AT STONEHENGE DURING FRIDAY
The main flood peak is now expected to be along the Cooper Creek downstream of Windorah, where moderate flooding is estimated to be easing.
Further upstream along the Thomson River, a second flood peak has been observed at Longreach, where renewed minor flooding has now eased. As these flows move downstream, renewed rises are occurring along the Thomson River downstream of Longreach and may continue for the rest of the week.
Along the Barcoo River, the main flood peak is currently around the Retreat area, where minor flooding is occurring.

Thomson River:
Minor flooding is occurring along the Thomson River at Camoola Park, Bogewong, and Jundah. Renewed rises are occurring at Bogewong.
The Thomson River at Camoola Park is currently at 2.30 m and falling, with minor flooding.
The Thomson River at Camoola Park is likely to fall below the minor flood level (2.00 m) overnight Thursday into Friday.

The Thomson River at Longreach is currently at 3.13 m and falling, below the minor flood level.
The Thomson River at Longreach is expected to remain below the minor flood level (3.30 m).

The Thomson River at Stonehenge is currently at 1.87 m and falling slowly, below the minor flood level.
The Thomson River at Stonehenge may exceed the minor flood level (2.00 m) during Friday as floodwaters arrive from upstream.

The Thomson River at Jundah is currently at 2.87 m and falling slowly, with minor flooding.
The Thomson River at Jundah is likely to remain above the minor flood level (2.50 m) for the next few days.

Barcoo River downstream of Isisford:
Renewed minor flooding is occurring at Retreat.
The Barcoo River at Retreat is currently at 2.91 m steady, above the minor flood level (2.14 m).


The Barcoo River at Retreat may peak near 3.10 m Thursday evening. The river is likely to remain above the minor flood level (2.14 m) during the next few days.

Cooper Creek:
Moderate flooding is expected to be easing along Cooper Creek.
No observations are currently available for the Cooper Creek at Windorah. However, based on upstream gauges it is estimated that the creek level is around the moderate flood level (4.57 m) and falling.
The Cooper Creek at Windorah is expected to remain above the minor flood level (3.00 m) for the next few days.

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 Friday 30 January 2026.

Latest River Heights:
Cornish Creek at Bowen Downs,2.07,steady,12:00 pm Thu 29/01/26
Thomson River at Muttaburra,-0.01,steady,12:00 pm Thu 29/01/26
Thomson River at Camoola Park,2.30,steady,6:00 am Thu 29/01/26
Thomson River at Longreach,3.13,steady,12:00 pm Thu 29/01/26
Thomson River at Bogewong,3.90,steady,12:00 pm Thu 29/01/26
Thomson River at Stonehenge,1.87,steady,6:40 am Thu 29/01/26
Thomson River at Jundah,2.87,steady,3:00 pm Wed 28/01/26
Barcoo River at Duneira,0.95,steady,11:58 am Thu 29/01/26
Barcoo River at Coolagh,3.00,steady,12:00 pm Fri 23/01/26
Jordan Creek at Jericho,2.00,steady,7:41 am Thu 29/01/26
Alice River at Barcaldine Weir,4.82,steady,12:00 pm Thu 29/01/26
Barcoo River at Isisford Post Office,3.61,falling,6:00 am Sun 25/01/26
Barcoo River at Wahroongha,1.55,steady,6:00 am Thu 29/01/26
Barcoo River at Retreat,2.91,steady,12:00 pm Thu 29/01/26

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

Final Flood Warning For The Upper Burdekin River
Issued at 10:25 AM AEST on Thursday 29 January 2026
Flood Warning Number: 29

MINOR FLOODING NO LONGER EXPECTED AT SELLHEIM (MACROSSAN BRIDGE)
Moderate to heavy rainfall has been recorded over the last few days, causing significant river level rises along the upper Burdekin River and its tributaries. A below minor peak was observed at Sellheim (Macrossan Bridge) overnight Wednesday into Thursday.
River level rises are likely along the Burdekin River downstream of Burdekin Falls Dam, but are expected to remain below the minor flood levels.
No significant rainfall is forecast for the Burdekin River catchment over the next few days.

Burdekin River to Burdekin Falls Dam:
Minor flooding is no longer expected at Sellheim (Macrossan Bridge). Minor flooding is easing at Mt Fullstop.
The Burdekin River at Sellheim (Macrossan Bridge) peaked below the minor flood level early Thursday morning. The river is currently at 9.45 m and falling, below the minor flood level.
The Burdekin River at Sellheim (Macrossan Bridge) is expected to remain below the minor flood level (12.00 m).

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:
This is a final warning. No further warnings will be issued for this event.

Latest River Heights:
Burdekin River at Mt Fullstop,5.89,falling,9:00 am Thu 29/01/26
Paluma Dam,0.08,steady,8:45 am Thu 29/01/26
Running River at Mt Bradley,1.96,steady,9:00 am Thu 29/01/26
Star River at Laroona,3.60,falling,9:00 am Thu 29/01/26
Burdekin River at Gainsford,8.19,falling,9:00 am Thu 29/01/26
Keelbottom Creek at Keelbottom,1.73,steady,9:00 am Thu 29/01/26
Burdekin River at Sellheim,9.45,falling,10:03 am Thu 29/01/26
Alpha Creek at Rivington,0.37,steady,9:57 am Thu 29/01/26
Belyando River at Albro Station,3.00,steady,9:00 am Sat 24/01/26
Belyando River at Belyando Crossing,5.61,steady,9:00 am Thu 29/01/26
Suttor River at St Anns,3.52,steady,9:00 am Thu 29/01/26
Cape River at Pentland,2.00,steady,9:00 am Thu 29/01/26
Cape River at Taemas,1.86,steady,4:28 am Thu 29/01/26
Burdekin Dam,1.42,rising,9:55 am Thu 29/01/26
Bowen River at Myuna,0.94,steady,9:00 am Thu 29/01/26
Burdekin River at Dalbeg,4.58,rising,10:01 am Thu 29/01/26
Bogie River at Strathbogie,1.52,steady,7:50 am Thu 29/01/26
Burdekin River at Millaroo,4.70,rising,10:08 am Thu 29/01/26
Burdekin River at Clare,4.35,falling,9:59 am Thu 29/01/26
Burdekin River at Inkerman Bridge,3.60,falling,9:32 am Thu 29/01/26
Burdekin River at Rita Island,-3.45,steady,9:00 am Thu 29/01/26
Burdekin River at Groper Creek,1.04,falling,10:11 am Thu 29/01/26

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.