Forecast

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, National Water Operations

Major Flood Warning For The Georgina River And Eyre Creek
Issued at 02:50 PM AEST on Tuesday 03 March 2026
Flood Warning Number: 48

MAJOR FLOODING OCCURRING AT BEDOURIE
MAJOR FLOODING OCCURRING AT MARION DOWNS WITH FURTHER RISES AND A SIGNIFICANT MAJOR FLOOD PEAK EXPECTED FROM FRIDAY
MAJOR FLOODING POSSIBLE AT GLENGYLE FROM LATE WEDNESDAY
Significant rainfall was observed across the Georgina River and Eyre Creek catchments during last week, with significant river level rises occurring. Along the Upper Georgina River, major flood peaks have passed Roxborough and are approaching Glenormiston, while a moderate flood peak was observed early Monday morning along the Burke River at Boulia. These flows, in addition to initial inflows from neighbouring tributaries, have caused initial rises leading to major flooding at Marion Downs, where the main flood peak is expected from around Friday as upstream floodwaters continue to arrive.
Further downstream along Eyre Creek, inflows from King Creek and neighbouring tributaries have caused initial rises ahead of the main upper Georgina flood peak. Major flooding is occurring at Bedourie, with further rises expected as upstream flows arrive. Downstream at Glengyle, major flooding may develop from late Wednesday. Significant renewed rises are expected in the coming weeks at Bedourie and Glengyle as floodwaters arrive from the upper catchment.
Additional river rises, localised flooding and overland inundation remain possible across the catchment as floodwaters move downstream. Road access is likely to be affected, and communities may become isolated. The situation is being closely monitored and warnings will be updated as required.

Georgina River to Marion Downs:
Major flooding occurring at Marion Downs, Roxborough Downs and Glenormiston.
The Georgina River at Marion Downs is currently at 5.42 m and rising, with major flooding.
Further rises are expected along the Georgina River at Marion Downs over the coming days, with a significant major flood peak likely to arrive from around Friday.

Georgina River downstream of Marion Downs:
River level rises are occurring along the Georgina River downstream of Marion Downs. Major flooding is occurring along King Creek at Cluny.
Eyre Creek:
Major flooding is occurring along the Eyre Creek at Bedourie. Major flooding is possible at Glengyle.
The Eyre Creek at Bedourie is currently at 5.00 m and steady, with major flooding.
The Eyre Creek at Bedourie is expected to remain above the major flood level (5.00 m) for the next few days. Further rises are likely over the coming weeks as upstream flows arrive.

The Eyre Creek at Glengyle is currently at 3.70 m and rising, with moderate flooding.
The Eyre Creek at Glengyle may exceed the major flood level (4.00 m) from around late Wednesday. Further rises are likely over the coming weeks 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 Wednesday 04 March 2026.

Latest River Heights:
Georgina River at Roxborough Downs Tm,8.89,steady,2:00 pm Tue 03/03/26
Georgina River at Glenormiston,7.60,rising,10:25 am Tue 03/03/26
Burke River at Boulia,2.89,falling,2:10 pm Tue 03/03/26
Georgina River at Marion Downs,5.42,rising,9:00 am Tue 03/03/26
Eyre Creek at Bedourie,5.00,steady,12:30 pm Tue 03/03/26
King Creek at Cluny,4.50,steady,9:00 am Tue 03/03/26
Eyre Creek at Glengyle,3.70,rising,9:00 am Tue 03/03/26

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 Diamantina River
Issued at 11:50 AM AEST on Tuesday 03 March 2026
Flood Warning Number: 61

MAJOR FLOODING POSSIBLE ALONG THE DIAMANTINA RIVER AT BIRDSVILLE LATER THIS WEEK
Significant rainfall was observed across the Diamantina catchment during last week that has resulted in rapid river level rises. Elevated river levels are occurring downstream of Diamantina Lakes on the Diamantina River, with a moderate peak occurring around Diamantina Lakes.
Along the Diamantina River at Birdsville moderate flooding is occurring. A second flood peak is downstream of Monkira and is expected to reach Birdsville from later this week. As flows arrive from upstream, major flooding at Birdsville is possible later this week.
Moderate rainfall is forecast over the next couple days in the lower catchment, which may contribute to further river level rises. This warning will be updated as required.

Diamantina River to Diamantina Lakes:
The Diamantina River at Diamantina Lakes is currently at 5.72 m and steady, above the moderate flood level (4.00 m) and well above the Springvale Diamantina Lakes Road Causeway level (2.10 m).
Diamantina River downstream of Diamantina Lakes:
Moderate flooding is occurring at Roseberth and Birdsville. Minor flooding is occurring at Monkira and Durrie Station.
The Diamantina River at Birdsville Police Station is currently at 7.10 m and falling, with moderate flooding.
The Diamantina River at Birdsville Police Station may reach around the major flood level (8.00 m) later this week. Renewed rises are possible as upstream flows arrive. Peak forecasts will be provided as upstream peaks are observed.

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 Wednesday 04 March 2026.

Latest River Heights:
Mills Creek at Oondooroo,1.61,steady,11:00 am Tue 03/03/26
Western River at Winton,1.10,steady,7:45 am Mon 02/03/26
Diamantina River at Elderslie,2.40,steady,5:50 am Tue 03/03/26
Diamantina River at Diamantina Lakes Tm,5.72,steady,11:00 am Tue 03/03/26
Diamantina River at Monkira,3.54,steady,9:00 am Tue 03/03/26
Diamantina River at Roseberth Station,5.18,rising,8:30 am Tue 03/03/26
Diamantina River at Birdsville Police Station,7.10,falling,9:00 am Tue 03/03/26
Diamantina River at Birdsville,7.37,steady,9:55 am Tue 03/03/26

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 09:55 AM AEST on Monday 02 March 2026
Flood Warning Number: 20

MAJOR FLOODING LIKELY AT WALKERS BEND FROM WEDNESDAY INTO THURSDAY
The main flood peak along the Flinders River has moved downstream of Etta Plains and is approaching Walkers Bend. The flood peak along the Cloncurry River is passing through Canobie, upstream of its junction with the Flinders River.
River levels are slowly rising along the lower Flinders River at Walkers Bend, where major flooding is likely from Wednesday into Thursday, as floodwaters from both the Cloncurry and Flinders rivers arrive.

Flinders River downstream of Richmond:
Elevated river levels are occurring along the Flinders River downstream of Richmond. Major flooding is likely at Walkers Bend.
The Flinders River at Walkers Bend is currently at 6.71 m and rising, with moderate flooding.
The Flinders River at Walkers Bend is likely to exceed the major flood level (8.00 m) from Wednesday into Thursday. 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 11:00 AM AEST on Wednesday 04 March 2026.

Latest River Heights:
Flinders River at Glendower Crossing,0.94,steady,9:00 am Mon 02/03/26
Porcupine Creek at Mt Emu Plains,1.85,steady,9:00 am Mon 02/03/26
Flinders River at Punchbowl,6.76,steady,9:00 am Mon 02/03/26
Flinders River at Etta Plains,9.63,steady,9:00 am Mon 02/03/26
Julia Creek,1.73,steady,9:00 am Mon 02/03/26
Gilliat River at Wills Development Road,7.56,steady,9:00 am Mon 02/03/26
Cloncurry River at Cloncurry,1.78,steady,9:00 am Mon 02/03/26
Cloncurry River at Canobie,8.24,steady,9:00 am Mon 02/03/26
Flinders River at Walkers Bend,6.74,steady,9:00 am Mon 02/03/26

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.