Forecast

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, National Water Operations

Moderate Flood Warning For The Thomson River And Cooper Creek And Minor Flood Warning For The Barcoo River
Issued at 02:52 PM AEST on Thursday 22 January 2026
Flood Warning Number: 25

MODERATE FLOODING POSSIBLE AT JUNDAH DURING FRIDAY AND AT WINDORAH FROM SUNDAY
RENEWED MINOR FLOODING OCCURRING AT CAMOOLA PARK AND STONEHENGE AND POSSIBLE AT LONGREACH FROM THURSDAY
MINOR FLOODING OCCURRING AT ISISFORD AND POSSIBLE AT RETREAT FROM SUNDAY
Along the Thomson River, the main flood peak is now downstream of Stonehenge, where the river peaked above the minor flood level during Wednesday. Downstream, river levels are likely to peak near the moderate flood level at Jundah around Friday morning. Moderate flooding is possible at Windorah around Sunday as this peak travels into Cooper Creek.
Further upstream along the Thomson River, renewed minor flooding continues at Camoola Park, where a peak is likely to arrive around Friday. This peak may cause renewed minor flooding at Longreach overnight Thursday into Friday.
Along the Alice River, a flood peak is now between Jericho and Barcaldine, and minor flooding may develop at Barcaldine from overnight Thursday into Friday. Further downstream along the Barcoo River, river levels are steady at a peak above the minor flood level at Isisford, and these flows may cause minor flooding at Retreat from Sunday.
Further areas of rainfall and showers are forecast over parts of the catchment over the next couple days but are not expected to significantly impact current river levels at this stage.
Peak forecasts will be refined as upstream peaks are observed.

Thomson River:
Moderate flooding is possible along the Thomson River at Jundah. Moderate flooding is occurring at Bogewong. Renewed minor flooding is possible at Longreach and is occurring at Camoola Park.
As at 17:45 AEST Tuesday evening, the Thomson River at Camoola Park was at 3.00 m and rising slowly.
The Thomson River at Camoola Park is likely to peak above the minor flood level (2.00 m) around Friday.

The Thomson River at Longreach is currently at 2.88 m and rising slowly, below the minor flood level.
The Thomson River at Longreach may exceed the minor flood level (3.30 m) overnight Thursday into Friday. Further rises are possible as upstream flows arrive.

The Thomson River at Stonehenge peaked at around 2.69 m during Wednesday, with minor flooding. As at 06:15 AEST Thursday morning, the river was at 2.59 m and falling slowly, with minor flooding.
The Thomson River at Stonehenge is likely to remain above the minor flood level (2.00 m) for the remainder of Thursday into Friday.

As at 07:30 AEST Thursday morning, the Thomson River at Jundah was at 3.76 m and rising, with minor flooding.
The Thomson River at Jundah is likely to peak near the moderate flood level (4.00 m) around Friday morning.

Barcoo River to Isisford:
Minor flooding is occurring along the Barcoo River at Isisford. Minor flooding is possible at Barcaldine and Retreat.
No observations are currently available for the Alice River at Barcaldine. Based on nearby automatic gauges, it is likely that the river level is below the minor flood level and falling.
Renewed rises to the minor flood level (3.00 m) are possible along the Alice River at Barcaldine overnight Thursday into Friday.

As at 12:00 AEST Thursday afternoon, the Barcoo River at Isisford Post Office was steady at a peak near 4.55 m, with minor flooding.
The Barcoo River at Isisford Post Office is likely to remain above the minor flood level (4.00 m) for the remainder of Thursday into Friday.

Barcoo River downstream of Isisford:
Renewed minor flooding is possible from Sunday.
The Barcoo River at Retreat is currently at 1.01 m and steady, below the minor flood level.
The Barcoo River at Retreat may exceed the minor flood level (2.14 m) during Sunday. Further rises are possible as upstream flows arrive.

Cooper Creek:
Moderate flooding is possible along Cooper Creek from Sunday.
Cooper Creek at Windorah is currently below the minor flood level (3.00 m) and steady.
The Cooper Creek at Windorah may exceed the minor flood level (3.00 m) around Saturday. The creek may reach the moderate flood level (4.57 m) around Sunday. 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 03:00 PM AEST on Friday 23 January 2026.

Latest River Heights:
Cornish Creek at Bowen Downs,3.79,steady,2:00 pm Thu 22/01/26
Thomson River at Muttaburra,2.91,steady,12:00 pm Thu 22/01/26
Thomson River at Camoola Park,3.00,steady,6:00 pm Tue 20/01/26
Thomson River at Longreach,2.94,steady,2:00 pm Thu 22/01/26
Thomson River at Bogewong,4.04,steady,12:00 pm Thu 22/01/26
Thomson River at Stonehenge,2.59,steady,6:15 am Thu 22/01/26
Thomson River at Jundah,3.76,steady,7:30 am Thu 22/01/26
Barcoo River at Duneira,0.95,steady,11:58 am Thu 22/01/26
Jordan Creek at Jericho,2.05,steady,1:41 pm Thu 22/01/26
Alice River at Barcaldine Weir,5.47,steady,2:00 pm Thu 22/01/26
Barcoo River at Retreat,1.01,steady,2:00 pm Thu 22/01/26

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 Lower Flinders River
Issued at 12:39 PM AEST on Thursday 22 January 2026
Flood Warning Number: 43

MAJOR FLOODING EXPECTED TO CONTINUE FALLING SLOWLY AT WALKERS BEND
Renewed river level rises are occurring along the upper Flinders and Cloncurry Rivers. Along the lower Flinders River at Walkers Bend, major flooding is expected to continue falling slowly following a major flood peak earlier this month. As upstream flows arrive, renewed rises above the major flood level are possible over the next several days at Walkers Bend but are not expected to exceed levels observed earlier this month.
Isolated showers and possible thunderstorms are forecast over the next few days across the upper Flinders and Cloncurry River catchment but are not expected to significantly impact river levels at Richmond and Cloncurry at this stage.
This situation is being closely monitored, and this warning will be updated as necessary.

Flinders River downstream of Richmond:
Major flooding is expected to be continuing along the Flinders River downstream of Richmond.
As at 09:15 AEST on Thursday morning, the river was at 11.15 m and estimated to be slowly falling, with major flooding.
The Flinders River at Walkers Bend is expected to remain above the major flood level (8.00 m) over 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 Friday 23 January 2026.

Latest River Heights:
Flinders River at Glendower Crossing,1.21,falling,10:00 am Thu 22/01/26
Porcupine Creek at Mt Emu Plains,1.78,steady,12:00 pm Thu 22/01/26
Flinders River at Punchbowl,5.34,falling,12:00 pm Thu 22/01/26
Flinders River at Etta Plains,8.21,steady,12:00 pm Thu 22/01/26
Julia Creek,1.64,steady,12:00 pm Thu 22/01/26
Gilliat River at Wills Development Road,7.04,steady,12:00 pm Thu 22/01/26
Cloncurry River at Canobie,8.10,steady,12:00 pm Thu 22/01/26
Flinders River at Walkers Bend,11.15,falling,9:15 am Thu 22/01/26

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

Minor Flood Warning For The Suttor River
Issued at 10:07 AM AEST on Thursday 22 January 2026
Flood Warning Number: 19

MINOR FLOODING LIKELY TO CONTINUE AT ST ANNS FOR THE NEXT FEW DAYS
Flooding is continuing to ease at St Anns where the river level fell below the moderate flood level early Wednesday evening. The river level is likely to continue easing over the next few days.
Showers are forecast in the catchment for the next few days but are not expected to have a significant impact on current river levels.

Belyando and Suttor Rivers to Burdekin Falls Dam:
Minor flooding is easing along the Suttor River.
The Suttor River at St Anns is currently at 6.18 m and falling slowly, with minor flooding.
The Suttor River at St Anns is likely to remain above the minor flood level (4.00 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 11:00 AM AEST on Friday 23 January 2026.

Latest River Heights:
Burdekin River at Mt Fullstop,4.11,falling,9:00 am Thu 22/01/26
Paluma Dam,-0.38,steady,8:41 am Thu 22/01/26
Running River at Mt Bradley,1.45,steady,9:00 am Thu 22/01/26
Star River at Laroona,2.05,steady,9:00 am Thu 22/01/26
Burdekin River at Gainsford,4.48,steady,9:00 am Thu 22/01/26
Keelbottom Creek at Keelbottom,1.23,steady,9:00 am Thu 22/01/26
Burdekin River at Sellheim,2.75,steady,7:16 am Thu 22/01/26
Alpha Creek at Rivington,0.47,steady,9:57 am Thu 22/01/26
Belyando River at Albro Station,6.40,steady,6:35 am Tue 20/01/26
Belyando River at Belyando Crossing,6.58,steady,9:00 am Thu 22/01/26
Suttor River at St Anns,6.18,falling,9:00 am Thu 22/01/26
Cape River at Pentland,2.23,steady,9:00 am Thu 22/01/26
Cape River at Taemas,2.56,steady,8:30 am Thu 22/01/26
Burdekin Dam,1.93,steady,8:00 am Thu 22/01/26
Bowen River at Myuna,1.36,steady,9:00 am Thu 22/01/26
Burdekin River at Dalbeg,6.88,steady,9:42 am Thu 22/01/26
Bogie River at Strathbogie,1.62,steady,8:15 am Thu 22/01/26
Burdekin River at Millaroo,7.05,steady,9:28 am Thu 22/01/26
Burdekin River at Clare,6.60,steady,9:47 am Thu 22/01/26
Burdekin River at Inkerman Bridge,5.05,steady,8:35 am Thu 22/01/26
Burdekin River at Rita Island,-2.00,steady,8:35 am Thu 22/01/26
Burdekin River at Groper Creek,1.14,rising,9:54 am Thu 22/01/26

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

Minor Flood Warning For The Diamantina River
Issued at 11:50 AM AEST on Wednesday 21 January 2026
Flood Warning Number: 29

MINOR FLOODING OCCURRING AT WINTON
MINOR FLOODING LIKELY AT BIRDSVILLE FROM EARLY NEXT WEEK
River levels remain elevated along the Diamantina River, where the main flood peak has now passed Monkira and is now approaching Birdsville. Minor flooding may develop at early next week as this peak moves downstream. River levels are slowly falling but remain above the moderate flood level and above the causeway at Diamantina Lakes.
Upstream, along the Western River, moderate flooding has eased at Winton following a flood peak late last week.

Diamantina River to Diamantina Lakes:
The Diamantina River at Diamantina Lakes is at 5.12 m and falling slowly, above the level of the Springvale Diamantina Lakes Road Causeway (2.10 m).
Western River:
Minor flooding is occurring 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) Wednesday afternoon.

Diamantina River downstream of Diamantina Lakes:
River level rises are occurring along the lower Diamantina River downstream of Diamantina Lakes. Moderate flooding has eased and minor flooding is occurring at Monkira.
The Diamantina River at Birdsville Police Station was at 1.75 m around 09:00 am Tuesday 20/01/2026 and steady, below the minor flood level (4.00 m).
The Diamantina River at Birdsville Police Station is likely to exceed the minor flood level from early next week.

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 Friday 23 January 2026.

Latest River Heights:
Mills Creek at Oondooroo,1.78,steady,11:00 am Wed 21/01/26
Western River at Winton,1.50,falling,9:00 am Wed 21/01/26
Diamantina River at Elderslie,2.00,steady,5:55 am Wed 21/01/26
Diamantina River at Diamantina Lakes Tm,5.12,steady,11:00 am Wed 21/01/26
Diamantina River at Monkira,3.95,steady,9:00 am Wed 21/01/26
Diamantina River at Birdsville Police Station,1.75,steady,9:00 am Tue 20/01/26
Diamantina River at Birdsville,2.08,steady,9:55 am Wed 21/01/26

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.