Forecast

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, National Water Operations

Initial Minor Flood Warning For The Western River And Flood Warning For The Diamantina River
Issued at 03:04 PM AEST on Thursday 15 January 2026
Flood Warning Number: 23

MINOR FLOODING POSSIBLE AT WINTON FROM FRIDAY MORNING
FLOODING CONTINUES AT DIAMANTINA LAKES
Recent heavy rainfall has caused river level rises and flooding across the Diamantina River catchment and its upper tributaries.
In the last 24 hours, moderate rainfall has been recorded in the Western River catchment, which may result in minor flooding at Winton from Friday morning. Further downstream, moderate flooding is occurring at Diamantina Lakes, where a major flood peak was observed during Sunday morning. This peak is continuing to move downstream along the Diamantina River.
Further rainfall is forecast across parts of the Diamantina River catchment for the remainder of the week as Ex-Tropical Cyclone Koji moves across northwest Queensland. This rainfall may result in further river and creek level rises. This situation is being closely monitored, and this warning will be updated as required.

Diamantina River to Diamantina Lakes:
The Diamantina River at Diamantina Lakes is at 5.43 m and easing slowly, above the level of the Springvale Diamantina Lakes Road Causeway (2.10 m).
Western River:
Minor flooding may occur along the Western River.
There are no current observations for the Western River at Winton.
The Western River at Winton may exceed the minor flood level (1.50 m) Friday morning.

Diamantina River downstream of Diamantina Lakes:
River level rises are occurring along the lower Diamantina River downstream of Diamantina Lakes.

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 Friday 16 January 2026.

Latest River Heights:
Mills Creek at Oondooroo,3.14,rising,2:10 pm Thu 15/01/26
Diamantina River at Elderslie,1.80,steady,6:00 am Tue 13/01/26
Diamantina River at Diamantina Lakes Tm,5.42,steady,2:00 pm Thu 15/01/26
Diamantina River at Monkira,2.90,steady,9:00 am Thu 15/01/26
Diamantina River at Birdsville,2.07,steady,1:55 pm Thu 15/01/26

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

Major Flood Warning For The Georgina River And Eyre Creek
Issued at 02:53 PM AEST on Thursday 15 January 2026
Flood Warning Number: 19

MAJOR FLOODING OCCURRING MARION DOWNS
MODERATE FLOODING POSSIBLE AT BEDOURIE FROM EARLY NEXT WEEK
A moderate flood peak along the Georgina River has passed Glenormiston and is now approaching Marion Downs, where major flooding is estimated to be occurring. As this peak travels downstream, moderate flooding may develop along the Eyre Creek at Bedourie from early next week.
Further downstream at Glengyle, minor flooding is expected to continue into early next week, with further rises possible as upstream flows arrive.
Further rainfall is forecast for the next few days, with the remnants of Ex-Tropical Cyclone Koji forecast to move into northwest Queensland. This is likely to result in further river level rises in the upper Georgina and Eyre Creek catchments over the coming days. This situation is being closely monitored, and warnings will be updated as required.
A Flood Watch is current for the Gulf Country and parts of Western Queensland and the Cape York Peninsula, which includes the Georgina River and Eyre Creek.

Georgina River to Marion Downs:
Major flooding is estimated to be occurring along the Georgina River at Marion Downs.
The Georgina River at Marion Downs was at 4.95 m and rising at 07:00 am Thursday morning, with moderate flooding. The river level is currently estimated to be above the major flood level (5.00 m).
The Georgina River at Marion Downs is likely to remain above the major flood level (5.00 m) though to the weekend.

Georgina River downstream of Marion Downs:
Elevated river levels are expected to be occurring along the Georgina River downstream of Marion Downs, with further rises expected during this week.
Eyre Creek:
Moderate flooding is possible along Eyre Creek.
The Eyre Creek at Bedourie is currently at 3.75 m and steady, with minor flooding.
The Eyre Creek at Bedourie may exceed the moderate flood level (4.00 m) early next week.

As at Wednesday 09:00 am AEST, Eyre Creek at Glengyle was at 2.60 m and rising slowly, with minor flooding.
Eyre Creek at Glengyle is expected to remain above the minor flood level (2.00 m) through to early 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 04:00 PM AEST on Friday 16 January 2026.

Latest River Heights:
Georgina River at Roxborough Downs Tm,6.74,steady,2:00 pm Thu 15/01/26
Georgina River at Glenormiston,5.40,steady,9:00 am Thu 15/01/26
Burke River at Boulia,1.66,steady,1:00 pm Thu 15/01/26
Georgina River at Marion Downs,4.95,rising,7:00 am Thu 15/01/26
Eyre Creek at Bedourie,3.75,steady,9:00 am Thu 15/01/26

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, Australia

Flood Watch For The Gulf Country And The Cape York Peninsula
Issued at 01:46 PM AEST on Thursday 15 January 2026
Flood Watch Number: 4
MINOR TO MODERATE FLOODING POSSIBLE FROM FRIDAY

Catchments likely to be affected include:
Cape River to Burdekin Falls Dam
Settlement Creek
Nicholson River
Leichhardt River
Upper Flinders River
Lower Flinders River
Cloncurry River
Norman River
Gilbert River
Staaten River
Mitchell River
Georgina River and Eyre Creek
Diamantina River
Thomson River
Barcoo River

Flood warnings are current for the following catchments in Western Queensland: Georgina River and Eyre Creek, Diamantina River, Thomson and Barcoo Rivers.
Flooding is no longer expected in the following catchment(s): Cape to Burdekin Falls Dam

For the latest flood and weather warnings see www.bom.gov.au/weather-and-climate/warnings-and-alerts
For the latest rainfall and river level information see www.bom.gov.au/australia/flood

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 Flood Watch will be issued by 02:00 PM AEST on Friday 16 January 2026.

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, National Water Operations

Minor Flood Warning For The Thomson And Alice Rivers And Jordan Creek
Issued at 01:18 PM AEST on Thursday 15 January 2026
Flood Warning Number: 15

MINOR FLOODING IS OCCURRING AT CAMOOLA PARK, LONGREACH AND ESTIMATED TO BE OCCURRING AT JERICHO
MINOR FLOODING IS POSSIBLE AT STONEHENGE FROM FRIDAY AND BARCALDINE OVER THE WEEKEND
Rainfall over recent days and weeks has caused river level rises across the upper Thomson River catchment. Minor flooding is occurring at Camoola Park and Longreach. Minor flooding is possible at Stonehenge from Friday as upstream floodwaters arrive.
Heavy rainfall was recorded across the Jordan Creek and Alice River catchments overnight Monday and into Tuesday, causing minor flooding at Jericho. As these floodwaters move downstream, minor flooding is possible at Barcaldine over the weekend .
Further rainfall is forecast this week, with the remnants of Ex-Tropical Cyclone Koji forecast to move into northwest Queensland, lingering into the weekend. This is likely to result in renewed river level rises and further flooding. This situation is being closely monitored and warnings will be updated as required.
A Flood Watch is current for the Gulf Country and parts of Western Queensland and the Cape York Peninsula, which includes the Thomson and Barcoo catchments.

Thomson River:
Minor flooding is occurring at Camoola Park and Longreach, and is possible at Stonehenge.
There are no recent observations available for the Thomson River at Camoola Park, however, the river level is expected to be above the minor flood level (2.00 m) and falling slowly.
The Thomson River at Camoola Park is likely to remain above the minor flood level (2.00 m) for the next few days. Further rises are possible with forecast rain.

The Thomson River at Longreach is currently at 3.64 m and steady, with minor flooding.
The Thomson River at Longreach is likely to remain above the minor flood level (3.30 m) during the next few days. Renewed river level rises are possible with forecast rainfall.

No observations are currently available for the Thomson River at Stonehenge. Based on the nearby automatic gauge, river levels at Stonehenge are likely to be below the minor flood level and rising.
The Thomson River at Stonehenge may reach around the minor flood level (2.00 m) during Friday. Further rises are possible as upstream flows arrive.

Barcoo River to Isisford:
Minor flooding is estimated to be occurring along Jordan Creek, and is possible along the Alice River.
No observations are currently available for the Jordan Creek at Jericho. Based on the nearby automatic gauge, river level at Jericho is estimated to be around the minor flood level and falling.
The Jordan Creek at Jericho may fall below the minor flood level (2.00 m) during Friday.

No observations are currently available for the Alice River at Barcaldine. However, it is estimated that the river level is below the minor flood level and steady.
The Alice River at Barcaldine may reach around the minor flood level (3.00 m) over the weekend. 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 Friday 16 January 2026.

Latest River Heights:
Cornish Creek at Bowen Downs,2.42,steady,12:00 pm Thu 15/01/26
Thomson River at Muttaburra,1.56,falling,12:00 pm Thu 15/01/26
Thomson River at Camoola Park,3.15,falling,6:00 am Mon 12/01/26
Thomson River at Longreach,3.64,steady,12:20 pm Thu 15/01/26
Thomson River at Bogewong,3.01,steady,12:00 pm Thu 15/01/26
Thomson River at Jundah,1.46,steady,7:15 am Thu 15/01/26
Barcoo River at Duneira,0.95,steady,11:59 am Thu 15/01/26
Jordan Creek at Jericho,2.30,steady,10:41 am Thu 15/01/26
Alice River at Barcaldine Weir,4.76,steady,12:00 pm Thu 15/01/26
Barcoo River at Retreat,0.62,rising,12:00 pm Thu 15/01/26

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.