Forecast

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, National Water Operations

Major Flood Warning For The Thomson River And Cooper Creek, Moderate Flood Warning For The Barcoo River
Issued at 01:05 PM AEST on Sunday 01 March 2026
Flood Warning Number: 59

MAJOR FLOODING POSSIBLE AT JUNDAH AND WINDORAH FROM MONDAY
MODERATE FLOODING OCCURRING AT CAMOOLA PARK, LONGREACH, AND POSSIBLE AT STONEHENGE, RETREAT FROM SUNDAY EVENING
Multiple flood peaks are currently moving through the Thomson River, where a renewed moderate flood peak is occurring at Longreach. Further downstream at Stonehenge, river levels are steady around the moderate flood level, further river level rises are possible over the next few days. As these flows continue to move downstream, major flooding is possible at Jundah around Tuesday.
Along the Barcoo River, the main peak is approaching Retreat, where minor flooding is occurring and moderate flooding is possible from Sunday evening.
Along the Cooper Creek, renewed moderate flooding is occurring at Windorah (Main Channel) and major flooding is possible from Monday. Further rises are likely as upstream flows arrive from the Thomson and Barcoo Rivers.
Peak forecasts will be refined as upstream peaks are observed.
In the lower Cooper Creek catchment, moderate to heavy rainfall was recorded in the last few days which has caused minor to moderate flooding along the lower Cooper Creek and its tributaries.

Thomson River:
Minor to moderate flooding is occurring along the Thomson River and its tributaries, with major flooding possible at Jundah.
The Thomson River at Camoola Park is was 4.45 m at 6:00 am Saturday and steady, with moderate flooding.
The Thomson River at Camoola Park is likely to remain above the moderate flood level (4.00 m) for the next few days. Renewed rises are possible as upstream flows arrive.

The Thomson River at Longreach is currently around a peak at 4.99 m and steady, with moderate flooding.
The Thomson River at Longreach is likely to remain above the moderate flood level (4.30 m) for the next few days.

No observations are currently available for the Thomson River at Stonehenge. Based on the nearby automatic gauge, the river level is estimated to be just below the moderate flood level (3.00 m) and steady.
The Thomson River at Stonehenge may exceed the moderate flood level (3.00 m) overnight Sunday into Monday. The river may reach around 3.60 m during Tuesday, with moderate flooding.

The Thomson River at Jundah was 3.99 m at 10:00 am Sunday and steady, with moderate flooding.
The Thomson River at Jundah may remain around the moderate flood level (4.00 m) during Sunday. The river may reach around the major flood level (5.00 m) during Tuesday. Further rises are possible as upstream flows arrive.

Barcoo River downstream of Isisford:
Moderate flooding is possible along the Barcoo River at Retreat.
The Barcoo River at Retreat is currently at 3.44 m and steady, with minor flooding.
The Barcoo River at Retreat may reach around the moderate flood level (4.50 m) from Sunday evening.

Cooper Creek:
Major flooding is possible along the Cooper Creek at Windorah. Minor flooding is occurring at Noccundra.
The Cooper Creek at Windorah is currently at 4.73 m and steady, with moderate flooding.
The Cooper Creek at Windorah may exceed the major flood level (5.00 m) Monday evening. 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.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 Monday 02 March 2026.

Latest River Heights:
Cornish Creek at Bowen Downs,5.06,steady,12:00 pm Sun 01/03/26
Thomson River at Muttaburra,3.98,steady,9:00 am Sun 01/03/26
Thomson River at Camoola Park,4.45,steady,6:00 am Sat 28/02/26
Thomson River at Longreach,4.99,steady,12:00 pm Sun 01/03/26
Thomson River at Bogewong,5.61,steady,12:00 pm Sun 01/03/26
Thomson River at Jundah,3.99,steady,10:00 am Sun 01/03/26
Barcoo River at Duneira,0.90,steady,11:55 am Sun 01/03/26
Alice River at Barcaldine Weir,4.66,steady,12:00 pm Sun 01/03/26
Barcoo River at Isisford Post Office,3.10,falling,3:00 pm Thu 26/02/26
Barcoo River at Wahroongha,1.50,falling,8:00 am Sun 01/03/26
Barcoo River at Glenlock,3.95,steady,9:01 am Sun 01/03/26
Barcoo River at Retreat,3.44,steady,12:00 pm Sun 01/03/26
Cooper Creek at Windorah (Lignum Channel),0.14,steady,12:00 pm Sun 01/03/26
Cooper Creek at Windorah,4.73,steady,7:30 am Sun 01/03/26
Cooper Creek at Nappa Merrie,2.41,falling,12:00 pm Sun 01/03/26

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

Moderate Flood Warning For The Diamantina River And Minor Flood Warning For The Western River
Issued at 11:50 AM AEST on Sunday 01 March 2026
Flood Warning Number: 59

MODERATE FLOODING OCCURRING ALONG THE DIAMANTINA RIVER AT BIRDSVILLE
MINOR FLOODING EASING ALONG THE WESTERN RIVER AT WINTON
RAPID RIVER AND CREEK LEVEL RISES AND FLOODING OCCURRING IN THE LOWER DIAMANTINA CATCHMENT
Significant rainfall has been observed across the Diamantina catchment during the last few days that has resulted in rapid river level rises. Elevated river levels are occurring downstream of Diamantina Lakes, with moderate flooding occurring at Birdsville. Further rises are expected at Birdsville as upstream flows arrive.

Diamantina River to Diamantina Lakes:
The Diamantina River at Diamantina Lakes is currently at 5.52 m and rising, above the moderate flood level (4.00 m) and well above the Springvale Diamantina Lakes Road Causeway level (2.10 m).
Western River:
Minor flooding is easing along the Western River at Winton.
The Western River at Winton is currently at 1.50 m and falling, with minor flooding.
The Western River at Winton is likely to fall below the minor flood level (1.50 m) during Sunday.

Diamantina River downstream of Diamantina Lakes:
Moderate flooding is occurring at Roseberth and Birdsville. Minor flooding is occurring at Monkira. Rapid river level rises are occurring along the Diamantina River downstream of Roseberth as upstream flows arrive.
The Diamantina River at Birdsville Police Station is currently at 7.20 m and rising, with moderate flooding.
The Diamantina River at Birdsville Police Station may reach around 7.70 m during Monday, with moderate flooding. Peak forecasts will be provided as upstream peaks are observed.

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 Monday 02 March 2026.

Latest River Heights:
Mills Creek at Oondooroo,1.70,steady,11:00 am Sun 01/03/26
Western River at Winton,1.50,falling,8:00 am Sun 01/03/26
Diamantina River at Elderslie,2.60,steady,5:50 am Sun 01/03/26
Diamantina River at Diamantina Lakes Tm,5.53,rising,11:00 am Sun 01/03/26
Diamantina River at Monkira,3.65,falling,9:00 am Sun 01/03/26
Diamantina River at Roseberth Station,5.18,rising,6:30 am Sun 01/03/26
Diamantina River at Birdsville Police Station,7.20,rising,9:00 am Sun 01/03/26
Diamantina River at Birdsville,7.42,steady,10:40 am Sun 01/03/26

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

Moderate Flood Warning For The Bulloo River
Issued at 11:32 AM AEST on Sunday 01 March 2026
Flood Warning Number: 17

MODERATE FLOODING CONTINUING AT THARGOMINDAH
Floodwater from recent rainfall continues to move along the lower Bulloo River. The main flood peak passed Thargomindah on Saturday morning, and moderate flooding is expected to continue along the Bulloo River at Thargomindah for the next few days. Further upstream, river levels remain below the minor level at Quilpie.
Further showers and storms are possible over the next few days, which may result in further river level rises along the Bulloo River.

Bulloo River downstream of Quilpie:
Moderate flooding is continuing at Thargomindah. Minor flooding has eased at Autumnvale.
The Bulloo River at Thargomindah peaked at 4.82 m on Saturday morning, with moderate flooding. The river is currently at 4.75 m and falling, with moderate flooding.
The Bulloo River at Thargomindah is expected to remain above the moderate flood level (4.50 m) 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 Monday 02 March 2026.

Latest River Heights:
Bulloo River at Quilpie,1.72,steady,10:00 am Sun 01/03/26
Bulloo River at Autumnvale,4.33,falling,10:00 am Sun 01/03/26
Bulloo River at Thargomindah,4.75,falling,8:50 am Sun 01/03/26

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

Final Flood Warning For The Suttor River
Issued at 10:25 AM AEST on Sunday 01 March 2026
Flood Warning Number: 18

FLOODING NO LONGER OCCURRING AT ST ANNS
Following a minor flood peak on Tuesday, river levels fell below the minor flood level along the Suttor River at St Anns during Saturday night.
Showers and storms are forecast across the catchment for the remainder of Sunday but are not expected to cause significant renewed rises in river levels.

Belyando and Suttor Rivers to Burdekin Falls Dam:
Flooding is no longer occurring along the Suttor River at St Anns.
The Suttor River at St Anns is currently at 3.76 m and falling, below the minor flood level.
The Suttor River at St Anns is likely to remain below the minor flood level (4.00 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.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:
This is a final warning. No further warnings will be issued for this event.

Latest River Heights:
Burdekin River at Mt Fullstop,3.56,steady,9:00 am Sun 01/03/26
Paluma Dam,0.08,steady,8:40 am Sun 01/03/26
Star River at Laroona,2.19,steady,9:00 am Sun 01/03/26
Burdekin River at Gainsford,4.06,falling,9:00 am Sun 01/03/26
Keelbottom Creek at Keelbottom,1.47,steady,9:00 am Sun 01/03/26
Burdekin River at Sellheim,4.00,steady,10:10 am Sun 01/03/26
Alpha Creek at Rivington,0.12,steady,9:56 am Sun 01/03/26
Belyando River at Belyando Crossing,5.18,steady,9:00 am Sun 01/03/26
Suttor River at St Anns,3.76,falling,9:00 am Sun 01/03/26
Cape River at Pentland,2.21,steady,9:00 am Sun 01/03/26
Cape River at Taemas,3.31,steady,7:27 am Sun 01/03/26
Burdekin Dam,2.40,steady,8:55 am Sun 01/03/26
Bowen River at Myuna,1.54,steady,9:00 am Sun 01/03/26
Burdekin River at Dalbeg,8.18,falling,9:40 am Sun 01/03/26
Bogie River at Strathbogie,1.62,steady,7:48 am Sun 01/03/26
Burdekin River at Millaroo,8.40,falling,9:27 am Sun 01/03/26
Burdekin River at Clare,7.90,falling,9:09 am Sun 01/03/26
Burdekin River at Inkerman Bridge,6.05,falling,9:39 am Sun 01/03/26
Burdekin River at Rita Island,-1.15,falling,9:35 am Sun 01/03/26
Burdekin River at Groper Creek,1.94,falling,10:10 am Sun 01/03/26

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 Flinders River And Minor Flood Warning For The Cloncurry River
Issued at 09:53 AM AEST on Friday 27 February 2026
Flood Warning Number: 17

MAJOR FLOODING EXPECTED TO BE CONTINUING AT RICHMOND POST OFFICE
MAJOR FLOODING LIKELY AT WALKERS BEND FROM SUNDAY
MINOR FLOODING POSSIBLE AT CLONCURRY OVERNIGHT FRIDAY INTO SATURDAY
Moderate rainfall during the last few weeks over the upper Flinders catchment has caused persistent major flooding in the upper Flinders River. Major flooding is expected to be continuing along the Flinders River at Richmond Post Office, where river levels may remain around the major flood level for the remainder of Friday.
The main flood peak along the Flinders River continues to approach Etta Plains. The flood peak along the Cloncurry River is around Canobie, upstream of the junction with the Flinders River.
River levels are rising along the lower Flinders River at Walkers Bend, where major flooding is likely from around Sunday as flood waters from both the Cloncurry and Flinders rivers arrive.
Renewed river level rises are occurring along the upper Cloncurry River, with minor flooding possible at Cloncurry overnight Friday into Saturday.

Flinders River to Richmond:
Major flooding is expected to be continuing along the Flinders River at Richmond.
No observations are currently available for the Flinders River at Richmond Post Office. Based on the nearby automatic gauge, the river level is estimated to be near the major flood level (8.00 m) and steady.
The Flinders River at Richmond Post Office may remain around the major flood level (8.00 m) during the remainder of Friday.

Flinders River downstream of Richmond:
Elevated river levels are occurring along the Flinders River downstream of Richmond. Major flooding is likely at Walkers Bend.
The Flinders River at Walkers Bend is currently at 5.77 m and steady, with moderate flooding.
The Flinders River at Walkers Bend is likely to exceed the major flood level (8.00 m) from Sunday. Further rises are likely as upstream flows arrive. Forecasts will be updated as upstream peaks are observed.

Cloncurry River:
Minor flooding is possible along the Cloncurry River.
The Cloncurry River at Cloncurry is currently at 2.69 m and rising, below the minor flood level.
The Cloncurry River at Cloncurry may reach around the minor flood level (3.00 m) overnight Friday into Saturday.

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 11:00 AM AEST on Saturday 28 February 2026.

Latest River Heights:
Flinders River at Glendower Crossing,1.18,steady,9:00 am Fri 27/02/26
Porcupine Creek at Mt Emu Plains,1.85,steady,9:00 am Fri 27/02/26
Flinders River at Punchbowl,6.76,falling,9:00 am Fri 27/02/26
Flinders River at Etta Plains,9.58,steady,9:00 am Fri 27/02/26
Julia Creek,2.35,steady,9:00 am Fri 27/02/26
Gilliat River at Wills Development Road,7.39,steady,9:00 am Fri 27/02/26
Cloncurry River at Cloncurry,2.69,rising,9:00 am Fri 27/02/26
Cloncurry River at Canobie,7.81,steady,9:00 am Fri 27/02/26
Flinders River at Walkers Bend,5.77,steady,9:00 am Fri 27/02/26

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.