Forecast

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, New South Wales

Minor Flood Warning For The Hunter River And Major Flood Warning For Wollombi Brook
Issued at 05:47 AM EST on Saturday 24 May 2025
Flood Warning Number: 22

MAJOR FLOODING OCCURRING AT BULGA
MINOR FLOODING OCCURRING AT WOLLOMBI, MAITLAND AND RAYMOND TERRACE
River levels are elevated along the upper tributaries of Wollombi Brook, where minor flooding is occurring at Wollombi. Downstream, major flooding is occurring at Bulga.
River levels remain elevated along the Lower Hunter River, where minor flooding is occurring at Maitland and Raymond Terrace. Small renewed rises are possible during Saturday as upstream flows from Wollombi Brook arrive.
Rainfall has eased and no widespread significant rainfall is forecast for the next few days.

Wollombi Brook:
Major flooding is occurring along Wollombi Brook.
The Wollombi Brook at Wollombi is currently at 7.63 metres and falling, above the minor flood level (6.70 m).
The Wollombi Brook at Wollombi may fall below the minor flood level (6.70 m) Saturday afternoon.

The Wollombi Brook at Bulga is currently at 5.01 metres and rising, above the major flood level (4.60 m).
The Wollombi Brook at Bulga is likely to peak near 5.30 metres Saturday evening, with major flooding.

Lower Hunter:
Minor flooding is occurring along the Lower Hunter.
The Hunter River at Singleton is currently at 8.90 metres and steady, below the minor flood level (10.00 m).
The Hunter River at Singleton is expected to remain below the minor flood level (10.00 m).

The Hunter River at Maitland (Belmore Bridge) is currently at 7.78 metres and falling, with minor flooding.
The Hunter River at Maitland (Belmore Bridge) is likely to remain above the minor flood level (5.90 m) for the remainder of Saturday.

The Hunter River at Raymond Terrace is currently at 2.92 metres and falling, above the minor flood level (2.50 m).
The Hunter River at Raymond Terrace may remain above the minor flood level (2.50 m) for the remainder of Saturday.

Flood Safety Advice:
In life threatening emergencies, call 000 (triple zero) immediately. If you require rescue, assistance to evacuate or other emergency help, ring NSW SES on 132 500.
* Avoid drowning. Stay out of rising water, seek refuge in the highest available place.
* Prevent damage to your vehicle. Move it under cover, away from areas likely to flood.
* Avoid being swept away. Stay out of fast-flowing creeks and storm drains.
* Never drive, ride or walk through flood water. Flood water can be deceptive and dangerous.}
For more emergency information, advice, and access to the latest river heights and rainfall observations and forecasts:
* NSW SES: www.ses.nsw.gov.au
* RMS Live Traffic: www.livetraffic.com
* Latest River Heights and Rainfall Observations: www.bom.gov.au/nsw/flood/midnorth.shtml
* Latest NSW Warnings: www.bom.gov.au/nsw/warnings/
* Rainfall Forecasts: www.bom.gov.au/australia/meteye/
* BOM NSW Twitter: www.twitter.com/BOM_NSW

Next issue:
The next warning will be issued by 12:00 pm EST on Saturday 24 May 2025.

Latest River Heights:
Kingdon Ponds at Scone,0.74,Steady,05:37 AM SAT 24/05/25
Hunter River at Aberdeen,4.39,Steady,05:15 AM SAT 24/05/25
Hunter River at Muswellbrook,3.61,Steady,05:15 AM SAT 24/05/25
Hunter River at Denman,4.41,Steady,05:15 AM SAT 24/05/25
Goulburn River at Sandy Hollow,3.13,Falling,05:00 AM SAT 24/05/25
Hunter River at Liddell,9.29,Falling,05:30 AM SAT 24/05/25
Wollombi Brook at Bulga,5.01,Rising,05:15 AM SAT 24/05/25
Hunter River at Singleton,8.90,Steady,05:00 AM SAT 24/05/25
Hunter River at Greta,9.19,Falling,05:15 AM SAT 24/05/25
Hunter River at Maitland (Belmore Bridge),7.78,Falling,05:30 AM SAT 24/05/25
Hunter River at Raymond Terrace,2.92,Falling,05:30 AM SAT 24/05/25

This advice is also available by dialling 1300 659 210. Warning, rainfall and river information are available at www.bom.gov.au/nsw/flood. The latest weather forecast is available at www.bom.gov.au/nsw/forecasts.

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, New South Wales

Minor To Moderate Flood Warning For The Macleay River
Issued at 09:19 PM EST on Friday 23 May 2025
Flood Warning Number: 17

MODERATE FLOODING OCCURRING AT KEMPSEY AND AT SMITHTOWN
Rainfall continues to ease across the catchment of the Macleay River and river levels are falling. Minor flooding continues along the Macleay River at Georges Creek and Bellbrook. Moderate flooding is occurring at Kempsey and Smithtown with river levels expected to remain above moderate levels for the remainder of Friday and Saturday.

Macleay River:
Moderate flooding is occurring along the Macleay River.

The Macleay River at Georges Creek is currently at 6.83 metres and falling, with minor flooding.
The Macleay River at Georges Creek is expected to fall below the minor flood level (6.00 m) Saturday morning.

The Macleay River at Bellbrook is currently at 7.69 metres and falling, with minor flooding.
The Macleay River at Bellbrook is expected to fall below the minor flood level (6.50 m) Saturday morning.

The Macleay River at Kempsey (AHD) is currently at 6.45 metres and falling slowly, with moderate flooding.
The Macleay River at Kempsey (AHD) is likely to remain above the moderate flood level (5.70 m) for the remainder of Friday and Saturday.

The Macleay River at Smithtown is currently at 4.08 metres and steady, with moderate flooding.
The Macleay River at Smithtown is likely to remain above the moderate flood level (4.00 m) for the remainder of Friday and Saturday.

Flood Safety Advice:
In life threatening emergencies, call 000 (triple zero) immediately. If you require rescue, assistance to evacuate or other emergency help, ring NSW SES on 132 500.
* Avoid drowning. Stay out of rising water, seek refuge in the highest available place.
* Prevent damage to your vehicle. Move it under cover, away from areas likely to flood.
* Avoid being swept away. Stay out of fast-flowing creeks and storm drains.
* Never drive, ride or walk through flood water. Flood water can be deceptive and dangerous.}
For more emergency information, advice, and access to the latest river heights and rainfall observations and forecasts:
* NSW SES: www.ses.nsw.gov.au
* RMS Live Traffic: www.livetraffic.com
* Latest River Heights and Rainfall Observations: www.bom.gov.au/nsw/flood/midnorth.shtml
* Latest NSW Warnings: www.bom.gov.au/nsw/warnings/
* Rainfall Forecasts: www.bom.gov.au/australia/meteye/
* BOM NSW Twitter: www.twitter.com/BOM_NSW

Next issue:
The next warning will be issued by 10:00 am EST on Saturday 24 May 2025.

Latest River Heights:
Macleay River at Georges Creek,6.83,Falling,09:00 PM FRI 23/05/25
Macleay River at Bellbrook,7.69,Falling,09:01 PM FRI 23/05/25
Macleay River at Turners Flat,8.48,Falling,08:00 PM FRI 23/05/25
Macleay River at Kempsey (AHD),6.45,Falling,08:45 PM FRI 23/05/25
Macleay River at Third Lane,5.82,Falling,08:51 PM FRI 23/05/25
Macleay River at Smithtown,4.08,Falling,08:45 PM FRI 23/05/25

This advice is also available by dialling 1300 659 210. Warning, rainfall and river information are available at www.bom.gov.au/nsw/flood. The latest weather forecast is available at www.bom.gov.au/nsw/forecasts.

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, New South Wales

Minor To Moderate Flood Warning For The Manning River
Issued at 06:04 PM EST on Friday 23 May 2025
Flood Warning Number: 26

MODERATE FLOODING OCCURRING AT TAREE
MINOR FLOODING OCCURRING AT WINGHAM AND CROKI
Rainfall has eased across the Manning and Gloucester River catchments and river levels are falling slowly. River levels at Taree fell below the major flood level Friday morning, with moderate flooding continuing.

Manning River:
Minor to moderate flooding is occurring along the Manning River.
The Manning River at Wingham is currently at 6.91 metres and falling, with minor flooding.
The Manning River at Wingham is likely to fall below the minor flood level (4.90 m) during Saturday.

The Manning River at Taree is currently at 2.68 metres and falling slowly, with moderate flooding.
The Manning River at Taree is likely to fall below the moderate flood level (2.40 m) overnight Friday into Saturday.

The Manning River at Croki Wharf is currently at 1.75 metres and falling, with minor flooding.
The Manning River at Croki Wharf is likely to fall below the minor flood level (1.50 m) overnight Friday into Saturday.

Flood Safety Advice:
In life threatening emergencies, call 000 (triple zero) immediately. If you require rescue, assistance to evacuate or other emergency help, ring NSW SES on 132 500.
* Avoid drowning. Stay out of rising water, seek refuge in the highest available place.
* Prevent damage to your vehicle. Move it under cover, away from areas likely to flood.
* Avoid being swept away. Stay out of fast-flowing creeks and storm drains.
* Never drive, ride or walk through flood water. Flood water can be deceptive and dangerous.}
For more emergency information, advice, and access to the latest river heights and rainfall observations and forecasts:
* NSW SES: www.ses.nsw.gov.au
* RMS Live Traffic: www.livetraffic.com
* Latest River Heights and Rainfall Observations: www.bom.gov.au/nsw/flood/midnorth.shtml
* Latest NSW Warnings: www.bom.gov.au/nsw/warnings/
* Rainfall Forecasts: www.bom.gov.au/australia/meteye/
* BOM NSW Twitter: www.twitter.com/BOM_NSW

Next issue:
The next warning will be issued by 11:00 am EST on Saturday 24 May 2025.

Latest River Heights:
Gloucester River at Gloucester,3.14,Steady,05:00 PM FRI 23/05/25
Manning River at Wingham,6.91,Falling,05:45 PM FRI 23/05/25
Manning River at Taree,2.66,Falling,05:45 PM FRI 23/05/25
Manning River at Croki Wharf,1.75,Falling,05:30 PM FRI 23/05/25
Manning River at Harrington,0.98,Steady,05:45 PM FRI 23/05/25

This advice is also available by dialling 1300 659 210. Warning, rainfall and river information are available at www.bom.gov.au/nsw/flood. The latest weather forecast is available at www.bom.gov.au/nsw/forecasts.

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, New South Wales

Final Flood Warning For The Darling River
Issued at 02:12 PM EST on Thursday 22 May 2025
Flood Warning Number: 32

FLOODING NO LONGER OCCURRING AT WILCANNIA
River levels along the Darling River at Wilcannia fell below the minor flood level overnight Wednesday.
Based on current forecast river flows and WaterNSW operational strategy, flooding is not expected at Menindee Town gauge. The Bureau will continue working closely with WaterNSW and new warning will be issued if the situation changes.

Darling River downstream of Tilpa to Wilcannia:
No further flooding is expected in the Darling River downstream of Tilpa to Wilcannia.
The Darling River at Wilcannia is currently at 8.82 metres and steady, below the minor flood level (9.00 m).
The Darling River at Wilcannia is expected to remain below the minor flood level.

Darling River downstream of Wilcannia to Burtundy:
Flooding is not expected at Menindee Town.
The Darling River at Menindee Town is currently at 3.38 metres and steady, below the minor flood level (8.50 m).
The Darling River at Menindee Town is expected to remain below the minor flood level.

Flood Safety Advice:
In life threatening emergencies, call 000 (triple zero) immediately. If you require rescue, assistance to evacuate or other emergency help, ring NSW SES on 132 500.
* Avoid drowning. Stay out of rising water, seek refuge in the highest available place.
* Prevent damage to your vehicle. Move it under cover, away from areas likely to flood.
* Avoid being swept away. Stay out of fast-flowing creeks and storm drains.
* Never drive, ride or walk through flood water. Flood water can be deceptive and dangerous.}
For more emergency information, advice, and access to the latest river heights and rainfall observations and forecasts:
* NSW SES: www.ses.nsw.gov.au
* RMS Live Traffic: www.livetraffic.com
* Latest River Heights and Rainfall Observations: www.bom.gov.au/nsw/flood/outerwest.shtml
* Latest NSW Warnings: www.bom.gov.au/nsw/warnings/
* Rainfall Forecasts: www.bom.gov.au/australia/meteye/
* BOM NSW Twitter: www.twitter.com/BOM_NSW

Next issue:
This is a final warning, no further warnings will be issued for this event.

Latest River Heights:
Barwon River at Eagle Farm,2.24,Steady,01:45 PM THU 22/05/25
Barwon River at Mungindi,3.35,Steady,01:45 PM THU 22/05/25
Barwon River at Mogil Mogil,1.93,Steady,02:00 PM THU 22/05/25
Barwon River at Collarenebri,1.88,Steady,01:00 PM THU 22/05/25
Barwon River at Walgett,3.03,Steady,01:45 PM THU 22/05/25
Barwon River at Brewarrina,2.49,Steady,01:45 PM THU 22/05/25
Darling River at Bourke,4.37,Steady,02:00 PM THU 22/05/25
Darling River at Louth,2.94,Steady,12:45 PM THU 22/05/25
Darling River at Tilpa,5.05,Steady,12:15 PM THU 22/05/25
Darling River at Wilcannia,8.82,Steady,01:00 PM THU 22/05/25
Darling River at Nelia Gaari,63.76,Steady,01:00 PM THU 22/05/25
Darling River at Menindee Town,3.38,Steady,01:45 PM THU 22/05/25
Darling River at Menindee Weir 32,1.49,Steady,01:00 PM THU 22/05/25
Channel Outlet at Lake Cawndilla,53.32,Steady,01:45 PM THU 22/05/25
Great Darling Anabranch at Offtake,1.77,Steady,01:00 PM THU 22/05/25
Great Darling Anabranch at Wycot,0.55,Steady,01:00 PM THU 22/05/25
Darling River at Pooncarie,2.43,Steady,01:00 PM THU 22/05/25
Darling Anabranch at U/S Dam,0.68,Steady,01:00 PM THU 22/05/25
Darling Anabranch at D/S Dam,1.83,Steady,01:00 PM THU 22/05/25
Darling River at Burtundy,1.18,Steady,01:00 PM THU 22/05/25
Great Darling Anabranch at Bulpunga,1.23,Steady,01:00 PM THU 22/05/25
Great Darling Anabranch at Tara Downs,0.84,Steady,01:00 PM THU 22/05/25

This advice is also available by dialling 1300 659 210. Warning, rainfall and river information are available at www.bom.gov.au/nsw/flood. The latest weather forecast is available at www.bom.gov.au/nsw/forecasts.