Forecast

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, National Water Operations

Minor Flood Warning For The Diamantina River
Issued at 01:57 PM AEST on Wednesday 18 March 2026
Flood Warning Number: 72

LOCALISED FLOODING POSSIBLE DOWNSTREAM OF DIAMANTINA LAKES WITH FORECAST RAINFALL
MINOR FLOODING OCCURRING AT BIRDSVILLE
Recent localised heavy falls over the southern parts of the Diamantina River catchment have resulted in significant renewed river level rises at Roseberth, where moderate flooding is occurring. Further rainfall is forecast for the remainder of Wednesday which may result in further river level rises and localised flooding downstream of Diamantina Lakes.
A moderate flood peak has passed through Monkira and is now approaching Roseberth. As these flows move downstream combined with renewed rises at Roseberth, further river level rises are likely at Birdsville over the next few days, where minor flooding is occurring.
Moderate flooding is slowly easing along the Diamantina River at Diamantina Lakes.
A Severe Weather Warning is current for heavy rainfall for parts of the Channel Country.

Diamantina River to Diamantina Lakes:
The Diamantina River at Diamantina Lakes is currently at 4.58 m and slowly falling, above the moderate flood level (4.00 m) and well above the Springvale Diamantina Lakes Road Causeway level (2.10 m).
Diamantina River downstream of Diamantina Lakes:
Renewed river level rises and localised flooding is possible downstream of Diamantina Lakes with forecast rainfall. Moderate flooding is occurring at Roseberth. Minor flooding is occurring at Monkira and Birdsville.
At 9:00 am Wednesday the Diamantina River at Birdsville Police Station was at 4.35 m and steady, with minor flooding.
The Diamantina River at Birdsville Police Station is expected to remain above the minor flood level (4.00 m) for the next few days. Renewed rises are likely as upstream flows arrive, combined with forecast rainfall.

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 Friday 20 March 2026.

Latest River Heights:
Mills Creek at Oondooroo,1.58,steady,1:00 pm Wed 18/03/26
Western River at Winton,2.65,falling,7:50 am Thu 12/03/26
Diamantina River at Elderslie,2.05,steady,5:55 am Wed 18/03/26
Diamantina River at Diamantina Lakes Tm,4.58,steady,1:00 pm Wed 18/03/26
Diamantina River at Monkira,3.94,steady,9:00 am Wed 18/03/26
Diamantina River at Durrie Station,1.65,steady,9:00 am Wed 18/03/26
Diamantina River at Roseberth Station,4.90,rising,8:45 am Wed 18/03/26
Diamantina River at Birdsville Police Station,4.35,steady,9:00 am Wed 18/03/26
Diamantina River at Birdsville,4.61,steady,1:00 pm Wed 18/03/26

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 12:47 PM AEST on Wednesday 18 March 2026
Flood Warning Number: 60

MAJOR FLOODING CONTINUING AT BEDOURIE AND GLENGYLE
MAJOR FLOODING EASING SLOWLY AT MARION DOWNS
The main flood peak is travelling along Eyre Creek and passing Bedourie. The flood peak from Cluny (King Creek) is currently passing Glengyle, where further rises are likely in the next few days when the main flood peak from Eyre Creek arrives.
Isolated moderate rainfall has been recorded in the upper Georgina catchment since Tuesday morning, and showers and thunderstorms are forecast for the next few days, which may cause renewed river and creek level rises. This situation is being monitored and this warning will be updated as required.
A Severe Weather Warning for heavy rainfall is current for parts of Channel Country Forecast District.

Georgina River to Marion Downs:
Moderate to major flooding is easing slowly along the Georgina River between Roxborough Downs and Marion Downs.
The Georgina River at Marion Downs is currently at 5.79 m and steady, with major flooding.
The Georgina River at Marion Downs is likely to remain above the major flood level (5.00 m) for the next few days.

Georgina River downstream of Marion Downs:
River levels are elevated along the Georgina River downstream of Marion Downs. Major flooding is easing along King Creek at Cluny.
Eyre Creek:
Major flooding is continuing at Bedourie and Glengyle.
The Eyre Creek at Bedourie is currently at 5.20 m and steady, with major flooding.
The Eyre Creek at Bedourie is likely to remain above the major flood level (5.00 m) for the next few days.

The Eyre Creek at Glengyle is currently at 5.10 m and steady, with major flooding.
The Eyre Creek at Glengyle is likely to remain above the major flood level (4.00 m) for the next few days, with further rises 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 Friday 20 March 2026.

Latest River Heights:
Georgina River at Roxborough Downs Tm,7.43,steady,12:00 pm Wed 18/03/26
Georgina River at Glenormiston,5.85,steady,9:00 am Mon 16/03/26
Burke River at Boulia,1.76,steady,12:00 pm Wed 18/03/26
Georgina River at Marion Downs,5.79,steady,9:00 am Wed 18/03/26
Eyre Creek at Bedourie,5.20,steady,9:00 am Wed 18/03/26
King Creek at Cluny,5.25,steady,9:00 am Wed 18/03/26
Eyre Creek at Glengyle,5.10,steady,9:00 am Wed 18/03/26

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.