Forecast

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, National Water Operations

Final Flood Warning For The Macquarie River To Bathurst
Issued at 09:11 AM AEST on Friday 12 September 2025
Flood Warning Number: 5

FLOODING NO LONGER EXPECTED AT BATHURST
A below minor peak was observed at Bathurst (Stanley Street) Thursday afternoon.
No further significant rainfall is forecast for the next few days.

Macquarie River to Bathurst:
Minor flooding is no longer expected along the Macquarie River at Bathurst.

The Macquarie River at Bathurst (Stanley Street) peaked at 2.90 m around 04:45 pm Thursday 11 September, below the minor flood level. The river is currently at 2.12 m and falling, below the minor flood level.
The Macquarie River at Bathurst (Stanley Street) is expected to remain below the minor flood level (3.00 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.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:
Macquarie River at White Rock,2.69,falling,8:56 am Fri 12/09/25
Macquarie River at Bathurst (Stanley Street),2.12,falling,8:45 am Fri 12/09/25

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.