Forecast

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 02:53 PM AEST on Tuesday 10 March 2026
Flood Warning Number: 66

MODERATE FLOODING POSSIBLE AT WINTON FROM WEDNESDAY
MINOR FLOODING CONTINUING AT BIRDSVILLE
Moderate to heavy rainfall was observed across parts of the Western River catchment over the weekend. This has resulted in river and creek level rises, with minor flooding possible at Winton overnight Tuesday into Wednesday and moderate flooding possible from Wednesday.
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 over the coming 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 5.20 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.
The Western River at Winton may exceed the minor flood level (1.50 m) overnight Tuesday into Wednesday. The river may reach around the moderate flood level (2.00 m) during Wednesday.

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 Wednesday 11 March 2026.

Latest River Heights:
Mills Creek at Oondooroo,5.58,steady,2:00 pm Tue 10/03/26
Diamantina River at Elderslie,2.30,steady,5:45 am Tue 10/03/26
Diamantina River at Diamantina Lakes Tm,5.20,falling,2:00 pm Tue 10/03/26
Diamantina River at Monkira,3.80,rising,9:00 am Tue 10/03/26
Diamantina River at Durrie Station,1.45,steady,9:00 am Sun 08/03/26
Diamantina River at Roseberth Station,4.88,steady,7:00 am Tue 10/03/26
Diamantina River at Birdsville Police Station,5.40,falling,9:00 am Tue 10/03/26
Diamantina River at Birdsville,5.60,falling,1:15 pm Tue 10/03/26

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.

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, National Water Operations

Initial Minor Flood Warning For The Suttor River And Final Flood Warning For The Lower Burdekin River
Issued at 01:25 PM AEST on Monday 09 March 2026
Flood Warning Number: 3

MINOR FLOODING POSSIBLE ALONG THE SUTTOR RIVER AT ST ANNS FROM AROUND FRIDAY
FLOODING NO LONGER EXPECTED ALONG THE LOWER BURDEKIN RIVER AT DALBEG, CLARE AND INKERMAN BRIDGE (BURDEKIN BRIDGE)
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 from around Friday along the Suttor River at St Anns 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.
A Flood Watch is current for most of Queensland.

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 1.39 m and steady, below the minor flood level.
The Suttor River at St Anns may reach the minor flood level (4.00 m) from around Friday.

Burdekin River downstream of Burdekin Falls Dam:
Flooding is no longer expected along the lower Burdekin River.
The Burdekin River at Dalbeg is currently at 7.28 m and rising, below the minor flood level.
The Burdekin River at Dalbeg is expected to remain below the minor flood level (10.00 m).

The Burdekin River at Clare is currently at 7.20 m and falling, below the minor flood level.
The Burdekin River at Clare is expected to remain below the minor flood level (9.00 m).

The Burdekin River at Inkerman Bridge (Burdekin Bridge) is currently at 5.55 m and steady, below the minor flood level.
The Burdekin River at Inkerman Bridge (Burdekin Bridge) is expected to remain below the minor flood level (7.00 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:
The next warning will be issued by 02:00 PM AEST on Wednesday 11 March 2026.

Latest River Heights:
Burdekin River at Mt Fullstop,3.78,steady,12:00 pm Mon 09/03/26
Paluma Dam,0.08,steady,11:40 am Mon 09/03/26
Star River at Laroona,3.55,falling,12:00 pm Mon 09/03/26
Burdekin River at Gainsford,4.60,steady,12:00 pm Mon 09/03/26
Keelbottom Creek at Keelbottom,1.92,steady,12:00 pm Mon 09/03/26
Burdekin River at Sellheim,4.70,falling,7:12 am Mon 09/03/26
Alpha Creek at Rivington,1.12,steady,12:56 pm Mon 09/03/26
Belyando River at Belyando Crossing,1.67,steady,12:00 pm Mon 09/03/26
Suttor River at St Anns,1.39,steady,12:00 pm Mon 09/03/26
Cape River at Pentland,2.22,steady,12:00 pm Mon 09/03/26
Cape River at Taemas,2.71,steady,10:27 am Mon 09/03/26
Burdekin Dam,1.27,steady,1:00 pm Mon 09/03/26
Bowen River at Myuna,4.93,falling,12:00 pm Mon 09/03/26
Burdekin River at Dalbeg,7.28,rising,12:39 pm Mon 09/03/26
Bogie River at Strathbogie,2.72,falling,12:54 pm Mon 09/03/26
Burdekin River at Millaroo,7.65,steady,12:27 pm Mon 09/03/26
Burdekin River at Clare,7.20,falling,12:50 pm Mon 09/03/26
Burdekin River at Inkerman Bridge,5.60,falling,1:12 pm Mon 09/03/26
Burdekin River at Rita Island,-1.50,falling,12:43 pm Mon 09/03/26
Burdekin River at Groper Creek,0.74,steady,12:54 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 Thomson And Barcoo Rivers And Cooper Creek
Issued at 01:17 AM AEST on Monday 09 March 2026
Flood Warning Number: 67

NEAR MAJOR FLOODING OCCURRING AT WINDORAH AND JUNDAH
MODERATE FLOODING OCCURRING AT STONEHENGE AND POSSIBLE AT CAMOOLA PARK
A major flood peak along the Thomson River is passing through Jundah. Upstream at Camoola Park, Longreach and Stonehenge river levels are falling slowly. Along the Barcoo River, flooding is easing with the main peak now downstream of Retreat.
Showers and thunderstorms are forecast for upper parts of the Thomson and Barcoo Rivers during Sunday and into Monday. Renewed moderate flooding possible at Camoola Park and minor flooding possible at Blackall, Jericho and Barcaldine.
Along the Cooper Creek, renewed near major flooding is occurring at Windorah (Main Channel). Further rises are likely as upstream flows arrive from the Thomson and Barcoo Rivers, with a flood peak forecast to reach Windorah early next week.
Peak forecasts will be refined as upstream peaks are observed.
The situation is being monitored and this warning will be updated as required.

Thomson River:
Minor to major flooding is occurring along the Thomson River.
The Thomson River at Camoola Park is currently at 3.30 m and steady, with minor flooding.
The Thomson River at Camoola Park may reach around the moderate flood level (4.00 m) Tuesday afternoon. Further rises are possible with forecast rain.

The Thomson River at Longreach is currently at 4.18 m and steady, with minor flooding.
The Thomson River at Longreach is expected to remain above the minor flood level (3.30 m) early this week. Further rises are possible as upstream flows arrive.

No observations are currently available for the Thomson River at Stonehenge. Based on the nearby automatic gauge, the river level is estimated to be above the moderate flood level (3.00 m) and steady around a peak.
The Thomson River at Stonehenge may remain around 3.50 m, near its peak early this week, with moderate flooding.

The Thomson River at Jundah is currently at 4.98 m and peaking, with near major flooding.
The Thomson River at Jundah may remain around the major flood level (5.00 m) until Tuesday. Further rises are possible.

Barcoo River to Isisford:
Minor flooding possible along the Barcoo River.
No observations are currently available for the Barcoo River at Blackall. Based on the nearby automatic gauge, the river is estimated to be below the minor flood level (2.00 m) and steady.
The Barcoo River at Blackall may reach around the minor flood level (2.00 m) Monday afternoon. Further rises are possible as upstream flows arrive.

No observations are currently available for the Jordan Creek at Jericho.
The Jordan Creek at Jericho may reach around the minor flood level (2.00 m) Monday afternoon. Further rises are possible as upstream flows arrive.

No observations are currently available for the Alice River at Barcaldine.
The Alice River at Barcaldine may reach around the minor flood level (3.00 m) Monday afternoon. Further rises are possible as upstream flows arrive.

Barcoo River downstream of Isisford:
Flooding is easing along the Barcoo River at Retreat with renewed rises possible.
The Barcoo River at Retreat is currently at 1.48 m and steady, below the minor flood level.
The Barcoo River at Retreat is expected to remain below the minor flood level (2.14 m) for the next few days. Renewed rises are possible with forecast rain.

Cooper Creek:
Major flooding is estimated to be occurring along the Cooper Creek at Windorah.
The Cooper Creek at Windorah is currently around the major flood level (5.00 m).
The Cooper Creek at Windorah may remain around the major flood level 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 02:00 PM AEST on Monday 09 March 2026.

Latest River Heights:
Cornish Creek at Bowen Downs,4.70,rising,12:00 am Mon 09/03/26
Thomson River at Muttaburra,3.01,steady,9:00 pm Sun 08/03/26
Thomson River at Camoola Park,3.30,steady,6:00 pm Sun 08/03/26
Thomson River at Longreach,4.17,steady,12:00 am Mon 09/03/26
Thomson River at Bogewong,5.26,steady,12:00 am Mon 09/03/26
Thomson River at Jundah,4.98,steady,3:00 pm Sun 08/03/26
Barcoo River at Duneira,0.90,steady,11:54 pm Sun 08/03/26
Alice River at Barcaldine Weir,4.69,steady,12:00 am Mon 09/03/26
Barcoo River at Wahroongha,0.90,falling,8:00 am Wed 04/03/26
Barcoo River at Glenlock,1.90,falling,5:00 pm Wed 04/03/26
Barcoo River at Retreat,1.47,steady,12:00 am Mon 09/03/26
Cooper Creek at Windorah (Lignum Channel),0.22,steady,12:00 am Mon 09/03/26
Cooper Creek at Nappa Merrie,1.89,steady,12:00 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.