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 Georgina River And Eyre Creek
Issued at 12:20 PM AEST on Monday 09 March 2026
Flood Warning Number: 55

MAJOR FLOODING EASING AT MARION DOWNS
BEDOURIE AND GLENGYLE LIKELY TO REMAIN AROUND THE MAJOR LEVEL AHEAD OF SIGNIFICANT RENEWED RIVER LEVEL RISES FROM MID-WEEK
The major flood peak along the Georgina River has passed through Marion Downs and is now moving towards Eyre Creek, where significant renewed river level rises are likely from mid-week at Bedourie and Glengyle.
No significant rainfall is forecast over the next few days.

Georgina River to Marion Downs:
Major flooding is easing along the Georgina River between Roxborough Downs and Marion Downs.
The Georgina River at Marion Downs peaked at 6.65 m Friday evening, with major flooding. The river is currently at 6.50 m and steady, with major flooding.
The Georgina River at Marion Downs is expected to remain above the major flood level (5.00 m) for the remainder of this week.

Georgina River downstream of Marion Downs:
River level rises are occurring along the Georgina River downstream of Marion Downs. Moderate flooding is rising along King Creek at Cluny.
Eyre Creek:
River levels remain elevated around the major flood level along Eyre Creek at Bedourie and Glengyle, with significant renewed rises expected from mid-week as the main flood peak from upstream arrives.
The Eyre Creek at Bedourie is currently at 4.90 m and steady, just below the major flood level.
The Eyre Creek at Bedourie may exceed the major flood level (5.00 m) from mid-week, with continued rises above major likely to continue through to at least the end of the week.

The Eyre Creek at Glengyle is currently at 4.00 m and steady at the major flood level.
The Eyre Creek at Glengyle is likely to remain around the major flood level (4.00 m) for the next few days. Renewed rises are likely from mid-week 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 Wednesday 11 March 2026.

Latest River Heights:
Georgina River at Roxborough Downs Tm,8.56,steady,11:00 am Mon 09/03/26
Georgina River at Glenormiston,6.80,steady,9:00 am Mon 09/03/26
Burke River at Boulia,1.92,steady,11:00 am Mon 09/03/26
Georgina River at Marion Downs,6.50,steady,9:00 am Mon 09/03/26
Eyre Creek at Bedourie,4.90,steady,9:00 am Mon 09/03/26
King Creek at Cluny,4.40,steady,9:00 am Mon 09/03/26
Eyre Creek at Glengyle,4.00,steady,9:00 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.

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, National Water Operations

Minor Flood Warning For The Paroo River (Qld)
Issued at 11:49 AM AEST on Monday 09 March 2026
Flood Warning Number: 21

MINOR FLOOD PEAK EXPECTED AT HUNGERFORD TUESDAY MORNING
Renewed river level rises above the minor flood level are occurring along the the Paroo River at Hungerford. A minor flood peak is likely Tuesday morning. This peak is likely to be lower than minor flood peaks observed at Hungerford during February. Upstream, a minor flood peak was observed at Caiwarro early Sunday morning.
A Minor Flood Warning is also current for the Paroo River in NSW.

Paroo River downstream of Eulo:
Minor flooding is occurring along the Paroo River downstream of Eulo.
The Paroo River at Hungerford is currently at 1.12 m and rising, with minor flooding.
The Paroo River at Hungerford is likely to peak near 1.20 m Tuesday morning, with minor flooding. The river is likely to remain above the minor flood level (1.00 m) through to the end of the week.

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:
Paroo River at Caiwarro,1.68,falling,11:00 am Mon 09/03/26
Paroo River at Hungerford,1.12,rising,6:00 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.

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.