Forecast

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, National Water Operations

Major Flood Warning For The Flinders River
Issued at 11:10 AM AEST on Monday 19 January 2026
Flood Warning Number: 40

MINOR FLOODING HAS EASED AT RICHMOND FOLLOWING A MODERATE FLOOD PEAK
MAJOR FLOODING EXPECTED TO CONTINUE FALLING SLOWLY AT WALKERS BEND
Moderate rainfall since Tuesday has caused renewed river level rises along the upper Flinders River. Minor flooding has eased along the Flinders River at Richmond, where river levels are falling following a moderate flood peak during Saturday.
Downstream along the lower Flinders River at Walkers Bend, major flooding is expected to continue falling slowly following a major flood peak earlier this month.
Isolated showers and thunderstorms are forecast over the next few days, but are not expected to contribute to any significant river level rises.

Flinders River to Richmond:
Minor flooding is no longer occurring at Richmond.
No current observations are available for the Flinders River at Richmond Post Office. Based on the nearby automatic gauge, the river level is expected to be below the minor flood level (5.00 m) and falling following a moderate flood peak during Saturday.
The Flinders River at Richmond Post Office is expected to remain below the minor flood level (5.00 m).

Flinders River downstream of Richmond:
Major flooding is expected to be continuing along the Flinders River downstream of Richmond.
River level observations are unavailable for the Flinders River at Walkers Bend. The river level is expected to be above the major flood level (8.00 m) and falling slowly.
The Flinders River at Walkers Bend is expected to remain above the major flood level for the next few days.

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 01:00 PM AEST on Tuesday 20 January 2026.

Latest River Heights:
Flinders River at Glendower Crossing,1.05,steady,10:00 am Mon 19/01/26
Porcupine Creek at Mt Emu Plains,1.79,steady,10:00 am Mon 19/01/26
Flinders River at Punchbowl,5.98,rising,10:00 am Mon 19/01/26
Flinders River at Etta Plains,6.17,steady,10:00 am Mon 19/01/26
Julia Creek,2.18,steady,10:00 am Mon 19/01/26
Gilliat River at Wills Development Road,7.51,steady,10:00 am Mon 19/01/26
Cloncurry River at Cloncurry,1.50,steady,10:00 am Mon 19/01/26
Cloncurry River at Canobie,7.58,steady,10:00 am Mon 19/01/26

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

Moderate Flood Warning For The Western River And Flood Warning For The Diamantina River
Issued at 10:57 AM AEST on Monday 19 January 2026
Flood Warning Number: 27

MODERATE FLOODING AT WINTON EXPECTED TO FALL BELOW MODERATE FLOOD LEVEL DURING MONDAY
FLOODING CONTINUING AT DIAMANTINA LAKES
Widespread heavy rainfall late last week has caused river level rises and flooding across the Diamantina River catchment and its upper tributaries, including the Western River catchment. An earlier flood peak is continuing to move downstream along the Diamantina River.
The river level along the Western River at Winton is expected to fall below the moderate flood level during Monday. Further downstream, moderate flooding is occurring along the Diamantina River at Diamantina Lakes. River levels remain above the causeway and are easing slowly as the flood peak continues to move downstream.

Diamantina River to Diamantina Lakes:
The Diamantina River at Diamantina Lakes is at 5.39 m and falling slowly, above the level of the Springvale Diamantina Lakes Road Causeway (2.10 m).
Western River:
Moderate flooding is continuing along the Western River at Winton.
The Western River at Winton is currently at 2.00 m and steady, with moderate flooding.
The Western River at Winton is expected to fall below the moderate flood level (2.00 m) during Monday.

Diamantina River downstream of Diamantina Lakes:
River level rises are occurring along the lower Diamantina River downstream of Diamantina Lakes. Moderate flooding is occurring at Monkira.

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 12:00 PM AEST on Tuesday 20 January 2026.

Latest River Heights:
Mills Creek at Oondooroo,3.37,falling,10:00 am Mon 19/01/26
Western River at Winton,2.00,steady,9:00 am Mon 19/01/26
Diamantina River at Elderslie,1.90,steady,5:50 am Mon 19/01/26
Diamantina River at Diamantina Lakes Tm,5.39,steady,10:00 am Mon 19/01/26
Diamantina River at Monkira,4.00,steady,9:00 am Mon 19/01/26
Diamantina River at Birdsville,2.08,steady,9:55 am Mon 19/01/26

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

Flood Warning For The Nicholson And Gregory Rivers
Issued at 01:49 PM AEST on Saturday 17 January 2026
Flood Warning Number: 2

ELEVATED RIVER LEVELS AND FLOODING IS OCCURRING ALONG THE NICHOLSON AND GREGORY RIVERS
Moderate rainfall has been recorded across the Nicholson catchment over the last 24 hours where areas of flooding are occurring along the Gregory River.
No further significant rainfall is forecast across the catchment over the next few days, however river level rises may occur as floodwaters continue to move downstream. This situation is being closely monitored, and warnings will be updated as required.

Nicholson and Gregory Rivers:
Flooding and elevated river levels are occurring along the Nicholson and Gregory Rivers during Saturday and are likely to continue into Sunday.

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 Sunday 18 January 2026.

Latest River Heights:
Gregory River at Riversleigh,2.30,steady,1:00 pm Sat 17/01/26
Gregory River at Gregory Downs,5.76,falling,1:00 pm Sat 17/01/26
Burketown Tide,2.32,steady,1:33 pm Sat 17/01/26
Leichhardt River at Doughboy Ck,1.38,steady,1:00 pm Sat 17/01/26
Leichhardt River at Julius Dam,0.18,steady,1:00 pm Sat 17/01/26
Leichhardt River at Miranda Creek,2.62,steady,1:00 pm Sat 17/01/26
Gunpowder Creek at Gunpowder,2.20,falling,1:00 pm Sat 17/01/26
Leichhardt River at Lorraine,4.30,falling,9:00 am Sat 17/01/26
Leichhardt River at Floraville,2.60,steady,1:00 pm Sat 17/01/26

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 Moderate Flood Warning For Eyre Creek
Issued at 02:15 PM AEST on Friday 16 January 2026
Flood Warning Number: 20

MAJOR PEAK APPROACHING MARION DOWNS
MODERATE FLOODING POSSIBLE AT BEDOURIE FROM EARLY NEXT WEEK
A major flood peak is approaching Marion Downs along the Georgina River. As this peak travels downstream, moderate flooding may develop along the Eyre Creek at Bedourie from early next week.
Further downstream at Glengyle, minor flooding is expected to continue into early next week, with further rises likely as upstream flows arrive.
Further rainfall is forecast across parts of the upper Georgina catchments over the coming days. This rainfall may result in further river and creek level rises. This situation is being closely monitored, and this warning will be updated as required.
A Flood Watch is current for the Gulf Country and parts of the Cape York Peninsula.

Georgina River to Marion Downs:
Major flooding is occurring along the Georgina River at Marion Downs.
The Georgina River at Marion Downs is currently at 5.35 m and steady, approaching its peak with major flooding.
The Georgina River at Marion Downs is likely to remain above the major flood level (5.00 m) though the weekend into next week.

Georgina River downstream of Marion Downs:
Elevated river levels are expected to be occurring along the Georgina River downstream of Marion Downs, with further rises expected for the next few days.
Eyre Creek:
Moderate flooding is possible along Eyre Creek.
The Eyre Creek at Bedourie is currently at 3.77 m and steady, with minor flooding.
The Eyre Creek at Bedourie may exceed the moderate flood level (4.00 m) early next week.

As at Wednesday 09:00 am AEST, Eyre Creek at Glengyle was at 2.60 m and rising slowly, with minor flooding.
Eyre Creek at Glengyle is expected to remain above the minor flood level (2.00 m) through to early next week. Further rises are likely 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 04:00 PM AEST on Monday 19 January 2026.

Latest River Heights:
Georgina River at Roxborough Downs Tm,5.92,falling,1:00 pm Fri 16/01/26
Georgina River at Glenormiston,5.40,steady,9:00 am Thu 15/01/26
Burke River at Boulia,1.65,steady,1:00 pm Fri 16/01/26
Georgina River at Marion Downs,5.35,steady,7:27 am Fri 16/01/26
Eyre Creek at Bedourie,3.77,steady,9:00 am Fri 16/01/26

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.