Forecast

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
New South Wales

Hazardous Surf Warning for New South Wales

Issued at 08:14 AM EST on Monday 04 August 2025

Weather Situation
Surf and swell conditions are expected to be hazardous for coastal activities such as rock fishing, boating, and swimming in the following areas.
Hazardous Surf Warning for the following areas:
Byron Coast, Coffs Coast, Macquarie Coast, Hunter Coast, Sydney Coast, Illawarra Coast, Batemans Coast and Eden Coast

Warnings for Tuesday 05 August

Hazardous Surf Warning for the following areas:
Byron Coast, Coffs Coast, Macquarie Coast, Hunter Coast, Sydney Coast, Illawarra Coast, Batemans Coast and Eden Coast

Warnings for Wednesday 06 August

Hazardous Surf Warning for the following areas:
Byron Coast, Coffs Coast, Macquarie Coast, Hunter Coast, Sydney Coast, Illawarra Coast, Batemans Coast and Eden Coast

NSW Police Force, Marine Area Command advise that:
People should consider staying out of the water and avoid walking near surf-exposed areas.
Rock fishers should avoid coastal rock platforms exposed to the ocean and seek a safe location that is sheltered from the surf.
Boaters planning to cross shallow water and ocean bars should consider changing or delaying their voyage.
Boaters already on the water should carry the appropriate safety equipment and wear a lifejacket.
Boaters should remember to log on with their local Marine Rescue radio base, via VHF Radio or the Marine Rescue APP, and consider their safety management plan.

The next warning will be issued by 5:00 pm EST Monday.
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Check the Coastal Waters Forecast for information
on wind, wave and weather conditions for
these areas at http://www.bom.gov.au/nsw/ or on marine
radio.
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Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, National Water Operations

Final Flood Warning For The Paterson And Williams Rivers
Issued at 06:59 AM AEST on Monday 04 August 2025
Flood Warning Number: 10

FLOODING EASED AT GOSTWYCK BRIDGE, DUNGOG AND MILL DAM FALLS
Along the Paterson River at Gostwyck Bridge, river levels are expected to fall below the minor flood level next few hours.
Along the Williams River at Dungog and Mill Dam Falls, river levels have fallen below the minor flood level.

Williams River:
Flooding has eased along the Williams River.
The Williams River at Dungog is currently at 3.76 m and falling, below the minor flood level.
The Williams River at Dungog will remain below the minor flood level (4.90 m) Monday morning.

The Williams River at Mill Dam Falls is currently at 5.85 m and falling, below the minor flood level.
The Williams River at Mill Dam Falls will remain below the minor flood level (6.10 m) Monday morning.

Paterson River:
Flooding has eased along the Paterson River.
The Paterson River at Gostwyck is currently at 9.11 m and falling, with minor flooding.
The Paterson River at Gostwyck is expected to fall below the minor flood level (9.10 m) shortly.

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.ses.nsw.gov.au.}
For emergency assistance call SES on telephone number 132 500. In life-threatening emergencies, call 000 (triple zero) immediately.

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

Latest River Heights:
Williams River at Dungog,3.76,falling,6:30 am Mon 04/08/25
Williams River at Mill Dam Falls,5.85,falling,6:00 am Mon 04/08/25
Allyn River at Halton,1.96,falling,6:45 am Mon 04/08/25
Paterson River at Gostwyck,9.11,falling,6:45 am Mon 04/08/25

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 Namoi River And Minor Flood Warning For The Peel River
Issued at 06:57 AM AEST on Monday 04 August 2025
Flood Warning Number: 21

MAJOR FLOODING OCCURRING AT GUNNEDAH
MINOR FLOODING OCCURRING AT TAMWORTH
Moderate to heavy rainfall has been observed in the Peel and Namoi catchment during Saturday. Rainfall has eased since early Sunday morning and flood peaks are now moving downstream.
Along the Peel River, Tamworth peaked just below the major flood level Sunday morning, where minor flooding continues during Monday morning.
Further downstream, major flooding is occurring at Gunnedah and moderate flooding is occurring at Carroll Village. Minor flooding is occurring at Glencoe Wee Waa and minor flooding is likely at Boggabri from Monday morning. Minor flooding is possible at Narrabri from Tuesday morning.
Forecasts will be refined as upstream peaks are observed.

Peel River:
Minor flooding occurring at Tamworth.
The Peel River at Tamworth is currently at 4.16 m and falling, with minor flooding.
The Peel River at Tamworth may remain above the minor flood level (3.00 m) Monday morning.

Namoi River:
Major flooding is occurring at Gunnedah. Minor flooding is occurring at Glencoe Wee Waa and is likely at Boggabri. Moderate flooding is occurring at Carroll Village. Minor flooding is possible at Narrabri.
The Namoi River at Manilla is currently at 6.06 m and falling, below the minor flood level.
The Namoi River at Manilla is expected to remain below the minor flood level (6.10 m).

No recent observatios are available for the Namoi River at Carroll Village, however indications are that the river is around the moderate flood level.
The Namoi River at Carroll Village may fall below the moderate flood level (8.80 m) Monday morning.

The Namoi River at Gunnedah is currently at 8.22 m and rising, with major flooding.
The Namoi River at Gunnedah may reach around 8.30 m Monday morning, with major flooding.

The Namoi River at Boggabri is currently at 6.90 m and steady, below the minor flood level.
The Namoi River at Boggabri is likely to exceed the minor flood level (7.00 m) Monday morning. The river may reach around 7.70 m Monday afternoon, with minor flooding.

The Narrabri Creek at Narrabri is currently at 3.94 m and steady, below the minor flood level.
The Narrabri Creek at Narrabri may reach around the minor flood level (4.90 m) from Tuesday morning. The river will continue to rise as upstream flows arrive, and forecasts will be refined as upstream peaks are observed.

The Namoi River at Glencoe Wee Waa is currently at 5.39 m and steady, with minor flooding.
The Namoi River at Glencoe Wee Waa may reach around 5.60 m Monday morning, with minor flooding. 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.ses.nsw.gov.au.}
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 Monday 04 August 2025.

Latest River Heights:
Peel River at Piallamore,4.32,falling,6:30 am Mon 04/08/25
Cockburn River at Mulla Crossing,1.98,falling,6:00 am Mon 04/08/25
Goonoo Goonoo Creek at Goonoo Goonoo,1.65,steady,5:48 am Mon 04/08/25
Peel River at Tamworth,4.12,falling,6:30 am Mon 04/08/25
Peel River at Carroll Gap,6.21,falling,6:45 am Mon 04/08/25
Namoi River at Manilla,5.95,falling,6:45 am Mon 04/08/25
Mooki River at Breeza Station,5.60,falling,6:30 am Mon 04/08/25
Coxs Creek at Boggabri,4.96,steady,6:30 am Mon 04/08/25
Namoi River at Gunnedah,8.22,rising,6:30 am Mon 04/08/25
Namoi River at Boggabri,6.90,steady,6:45 am Mon 04/08/25
Narrabri Creek at Narrabri,3.94,steady,6:45 am Mon 04/08/25
Namoi River at Glencoe Wee Waa,5.39,steady,6:30 am Mon 04/08/25
Namoi River at Bugilbone,4.27,steady,6:30 am Mon 04/08/25
Namoi River at Goangra,4.90,steady,6:45 am Mon 04/08/25

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

Moderate Flood Warning For The Hunter River And Minor Flood Warning For The Wollombi Brook
Issued at 06:04 AM AEST on Monday 04 August 2025
Flood Warning Number: 13

MINOR FLOODING OCCURRING AT DENMAN
MODERATE FLOODING POSSIBLE AT SINGLETON FROM MONDAY AFTERNOON
MINOR FLOODING OCCURRING AT MAITLAND AND AT RAYMOND TERRACE
MINOR FLOODING OCCURRING AT WOLLOMBI AND POSSIBLE BULGA FROM MONDAY MORNING
Moderate to heavy rainfall since Friday has caused significant river level rises along the Hunter River and its tributaries.
Along the Upper Hunter River minor flooding is easing at Denman.
Along the Wollombi Brook, minor flooding is occurring at Wollombi and is possible at Bulga from Monday morning.
Along the Lower Hunter River, moderate flooding is possible at Singleton from Monday afternoon, and minor flooding is occurring at Maitland and Raymond Terrace.

Upper Hunter:
Minor flooding is occurring along the upper Hunter River.
The Hunter River at Denman is currently at 6.86 m and falling, with minor flooding.
The Hunter River at Denman may fall below the minor flood level (6.50 m) Monday morning.

Wollombi Brook:
Minor flooding is occurring along the Wollombi Brook at Wollombi and is possible at Bulga.
The Wollombi Brook at Wollombi is currently at 6.81 m and rising, with minor flooding.
The Wollombi Brook at Wollombi may reach around 7.00 m Monday morning, with minor flooding.

No recent observations are available for the Wollombi Brook at Bulga, however indications are that the river is below the minor flood level and rising.
The Wollombi Brook at Bulga may exceed the minor flood level (3.00 m) Monday morning. Further rises are possible.

Lower Hunter:
Moderate flooding is possible at Singleton. Minor flooding is occurring at Maitland and at Raymond Terrace.
The Hunter River at Singleton is currently at 9.41 m and rising, below the minor flood level.
The Hunter River at Singleton is likely to exceed the minor flood level (10.00 m) Monday morning. The river may reach around the moderate flood level (11.50 m) Monday afternoon.

The Hunter River at Maitland Belmore Bridge is currently at 7.72 m AHD and falling, with minor flooding.
The Hunter River at Maitland Belmore Bridge may remain around 7.70 m AHD Monday morning, with minor flooding. The river may reach around 7.90 m AHD Monday evening, with minor flooding.

The Hunter River at Raymond Terrace is currently at 2.67 m AHD and rising, with minor flooding.
The Hunter River at Raymond Terrace is likely to remain around 2.70 m AHD during Monday, with minor flooding. These flows are driven by local runoff and flows from the Paterson and Williams Rivers. High river levels are likely to continue for several days as peaks from the upper Hunter 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.ses.nsw.gov.au.}
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 09:00 AM AEST on Monday 04 August 2025.

Latest River Heights:
Goulburn River at Sandy Hollow,2.71,falling,5:00 am Mon 04/08/25
Kingdon Ponds at Scone,1.63,falling,5:57 am Mon 04/08/25
Hunter River at Aberdeen,5.48,falling,5:30 am Mon 04/08/25
Hunter River at Muswellbrook,5.54,falling,5:30 am Mon 04/08/25
Hunter River at Denman,6.86,falling,5:30 am Mon 04/08/25
Wollombi Brook at Wollombi,6.81,rising,5:00 am Mon 04/08/25
Wollombi Brook at Bulga,2.24,steady,9:15 pm Sun 03/08/25
Hunter River at Liddell Pump Stn,11.76,steady,5:45 am Mon 04/08/25
Hunter River at Singleton,9.41,rising,5:00 am Mon 04/08/25
Hunter River at Greta,8.91,steady,5:30 am Mon 04/08/25
Hunter River at Maitland Belmore Bridge,7.72,falling,5:45 am Mon 04/08/25
Hunter River at Raymond Terrace,2.67,rising,5:45 am Mon 04/08/25
Hunter River at Hexham Bridge,1.24,steady,5:45 am Mon 04/08/25
Hunter River at Stockton,0.34,falling,5:45 am Mon 04/08/25

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
New South Wales

Marine Wind Warning Summary for New South Wales

Issued at 04:10 AM EST on Monday 04 August 2025
for the period until midnight EST Monday 04 August 2025

Wind Warnings for Monday 04 August
Strong Wind Warning for the following areas:
Byron Coast, Coffs Coast and Macquarie Coast
Cancellation for the following areas:
Hunter Coast

The next marine wind warning summary will be issued by 4:05 pm EST Monday.
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Check the latest Coastal Waters Forecast or Local
Waters Forecast at http://www.bom.gov.au/nsw/forecasts/map.shtml for information on wind,
wave and weather conditions for these coastal zones.
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Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, National Water Operations

Minor Flood Warning For The Manning River
Issued at 09:41 PM AEST on Sunday 03 August 2025
Flood Warning Number: 7

MINOR FLOODING OCCURRING AT WINGHAM
MINOR FLOODING POSSIBLE AT TAREE AND CROKI MONDAY MORNING
Moderate to heavy rainfall has been recorded across the Manning and Gloucester catchments since Friday. Minor flooding is steady along the Manning River at Wingham Sunday night, however further rises up to 6.00 m are possible Monday morning with the arrival of upstream flows. The river levels at Taree and Croki may reach around the minor flood level on the high tide Monday morning.

Manning River:
Minor flooding is occurring along the Manning River.
The Manning River at Wingham is currently at 5.12 m AHD and steady, with minor flooding.
Further rises are possible as upstream flows arrive, and the Manning River at Wingham may reach around 6.00 m AHD Monday morning.

The Manning River at Taree is currently at 1.18 m AHD and falling, below the minor flood level.
The Manning River at Taree may reach around the minor flood level (1.80 m AHD) with the high tide on Monday morning.

The Manning River at Croki is currently at 0.68 m AHD and falling, below the minor flood level.
The Manning River at Croki may reach around the minor flood level (1.50 m AHD) with the high tide on Monday morning.

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.ses.nsw.gov.au.}
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 09:00 AM AEST on Monday 04 August 2025.

Latest River Heights:
Gloucester River at Gloucester,3.09,falling,9:00 pm Sun 03/08/25
Manning River at Killawarra,7.41,steady,9:00 pm Sun 03/08/25
Manning River at Wingham,5.12,steady,9:15 pm Sun 03/08/25
Manning River at Taree,1.18,falling,9:15 pm Sun 03/08/25
Manning River at Croki,0.68,falling,9:15 pm Sun 03/08/25
Manning River at Harrington,0.43,falling,9:15 pm Sun 03/08/25

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
New South Wales

Cancellation of Warning to Sheep Graziers

for Mid North Coast, Hunter, Northern Tablelands, Central Tablelands, Southern Tablelands and North West Slopes & Plains forecast districts

Issued at 04:30 PM EST on Sunday 03 August 2025

Cancellation of Warning to Sheep Graziers for the following areas:
Mid North Coast, Hunter, Northern Tablelands, Central Tablelands, Southern Tablelands and North West Slopes & Plains forecast districts
The Warning to Sheep Graziers for the Mid North Coast, Hunter, Northern Tablelands, Central Tablelands, Southern Tablelands and North West Slopes & Plains forecast districts has been cancelled.

No further warnings will be issued for this event.

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, National Water Operations

Final Flood Warning For The Myall River
Issued at 03:45 PM AEST on Sunday 03 August 2025
Flood Warning Number: 7

FLOODING HAS EASED AT BULAHDELAH
River levels have peaked, and are now below flood levels and falling in the Myall River.

Myall River:
Flooding is no longer occurring in the Myall River.

The Myall River at Bulahdelah peaked at 3.09 m AHD around 08:45 am Sunday 3 August, with minor flooding. The river is currently at 2.85 m AHD and falling, below the minor flood level (3.00 metres).
No further flooding is expected.

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.ses.nsw.gov.au.}
For emergency assistance call SES on telephone number 132 500. In life-threatening emergencies, call 000 (triple zero) immediately.

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

Latest River Heights:
Myall River at Markwell,1.99,rising,12:23 pm Sat 02/08/25
Myall River at Bulahdelah,2.87,steady,3:30 pm Sun 03/08/25

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 Orara, Parts Of Mid North And Central Coast Catchments
Issued at 12:44 PM AEST on Sunday 03 August 2025
Flood Watch Number: 4
MINOR FLOODING POSSIBLE IN THE FLOOD WATCH AREA DURING SUNDAY INTO MONDAY

Catchments likely to be affected include:
Orara River
Bellinger and Kalang Rivers
Macleay River
Hastings River
Manning and Gloucester Rivers
Myall River
Karuah River
Goulburn and Upper Hunter Rivers
Wollombi Brook and Lower Hunter River
Paterson and Williams Rivers
Newcastle Area
Gwydir River
Namoi River

Flood warnings are current for the following catchment(s) : Macleay, Manning, Myall, Hunter, Paterson and Williams, Hawkesbury and Nepean, Gwydir, Severn and Peel and Namoi

For the latest flood and weather warnings see http://www.bom.gov.au/australia/warnings
For the latest rainfall and river level information see http://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.ses.nsw.gov.au.}
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 Monday 04 August 2025.

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, National Water Operations

Minor Flood Warning For The Hawkesbury And Nepean Rivers
Issued at 10:53 AM AEST on Sunday 03 August 2025
Flood Warning Number: 3

MINOR FLOODING OCCURRING AT MENANGLE, AND POSSIBLE AT PUTTY ROAD
Moderate rainfall has been observed across the Nepean River catchment during Saturday. Rainfall has eased since early Sunday morning.
River rises have occurred along the Nepean River and Colo River. Minor flooding is nearing a peak at Menangle, and minor flooding is possible at Putty Road.

Upper Nepean River:
Minor flooding is occurring along the Nepean River at Menangle Bridge.
The Nepean River at Menangle Bridge is currently at 5.25 m and steady, with minor flooding (5.20 m).
The Nepean River at Menangle Bridge is currently nearing a peak around 5.30 m with minor flooding.

Colo River:
Minor flooding is possible along the Colo River at Putty Road.
No data is available for the Colo River at Putty Road. Based on a nearby automatic station, the river is expected to be below the minor flood level (2.70 metres), and rising.
The Colo River at Putty Road may reach around the minor flood level (2.70 m) Sunday afternoon.

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.ses.nsw.gov.au.}
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 Sunday 03 August 2025.

Latest River Heights:
Wollondilly River at Jooriland,2.87,steady,8:45 am Sun 03/08/25
Kowmung River at Cedar Ford,1.71,steady,7:45 am Sun 03/08/25
Nattai River at Smallwoods Crossing,0.53,steady,9:45 am Sun 03/08/25
Warragamba River at Warragamba Dam,-0.54,steady,10:30 am Sun 03/08/25
Nepean River at Menangle Bridge,5.25,steady,10:45 am Sun 03/08/25
Nepean River at Camden Weir,3.45,steady,10:44 am Sun 03/08/25
Nepean River at Wallacia Weir,1.17,rising,10:30 am Sun 03/08/25
Nepean River at Penrith,1.42,steady,10:30 am Sun 03/08/25
Nepean River at Yarramundi,0.85,steady,10:30 am Sun 03/08/25
Hawkesbury River at North Richmond WPS,0.58,rising,10:30 am Sun 03/08/25
Hawkesbury River at Windsor PWD,0.93,steady,10:30 am Sun 03/08/25
Colo River at Upper Colo SWC,4.38,rising,9:45 am Sun 03/08/25
Macdonald River at St Albans,1.92,rising,10:35 am Sun 03/08/25
Hawkesbury River at Sackville,0.51,falling,10:30 am Sun 03/08/25
Hawkesbury River at Lower Portland,0.30,falling,10:30 am Sun 03/08/25
Hawkesbury River at Webbs Ck (Wisemans Ferry),0.12,falling,10:30 am Sun 03/08/25

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.