Forecast

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, National Water Operations

Major Flood Warning For The Lower Flinders River
Issued at 12:24 PM AEST on Monday 12 January 2026
Flood Warning Number: 31

MAJOR FLOODING ESTIMATED TO BE FALLING SLOWLY AT WALKERS BEND
Inflows from multiple tributaries are causing major flooding at Walkers Bend, where the river level is estimated to be falling slowly.
Further rainfall is forecast from mid-week, with Ex-Tropical Cyclone Koji forecast to move over northern Queensland. This is likely to result in renewed river level rises and flooding. This situation is being closely monitored, and warnings will be updated as required.
An initial Flood Watch is current for the Gulf Country and parts of Western Queensland and the Cape York Peninsula, which includes the Flinders and Cloncurry catchments.

Flinders River downstream of Richmond:
Major flooding is estimated to be occurring along the Flinders River downstream of Richmond.
River level observations are unavailable for the Flinders River at Walkers Bend. The river level is estimated to be well 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 until at least the end of the 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 01:00 PM AEST on Tuesday 13 January 2026.

Latest River Heights:
Flinders River at Glendower Crossing,0.84,steady,11:00 am Mon 12/01/26
Porcupine Creek at Mt Emu Plains,1.81,steady,11:00 am Mon 12/01/26
Flinders River at Punchbowl,6.22,falling,11:00 am Mon 12/01/26
Flinders River at Etta Plains,10.52,steady,11:00 am Mon 12/01/26
Julia Creek,1.54,steady,11:00 am Mon 12/01/26
Gilliat River at Wills Development Road,6.85,steady,11:00 am Mon 12/01/26
Cloncurry River at Cloncurry,1.26,steady,11:00 am Mon 12/01/26
Cloncurry River at Canobie,9.11,steady,11:00 am Mon 12/01/26

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 Diamantina River
Issued at 11:42 AM AEST on Monday 12 January 2026
Flood Warning Number: 21

FLOOD LEVELS REMAIN ABOVE THE SPRINGVALE DIAMANTINA LAKES ROAD CAUSEWAY
Recent heavy rainfall has caused river level rises and flooding across the Diamantina River catchment and its upper tributaries.
Major flooding is occurring at Diamantina Lakes. An earlier flood peak is continuing to move downstream along the Diamantina River below Monkira.
Further rainfall is forecast from mid-week, with Ex-Tropical Cyclone Koji forecast to move over northern Queensland. This is likely to result in renewed river level rises and flooding. This situation is being closely monitored, and warnings will be updated as required.
An initial Flood Watch is current for the Gulf Country and parts of Western Queensland and the Cape York Peninsula, which includes the Diamantina and Western Rivers.

Diamantina River to Diamantina Lakes:
The Diamantina River at Diamantina Lakes is at 6.14 m and easing slowly, above the level of the Springvale Diamantina Lakes Road Causeway (2.10 m).
Diamantina River downstream of Diamantina Lakes:
River level rises are occurring along the lower Diamantina River downstream of Diamantina Lakes, with a flood peak travelling downstream of 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 Wednesday 14 January 2026.

Latest River Heights:
Mills Creek at Oondooroo,1.57,steady,11:00 am Mon 12/01/26
Diamantina River at Elderslie,2.00,steady,6:00 am Mon 12/01/26
Diamantina River at Diamantina Lakes Tm,6.10,steady,11:00 am Mon 12/01/26
Diamantina River at Monkira,2.77,steady,9:00 am Mon 12/01/26
Diamantina River at Birdsville,2.05,steady,9:55 am Mon 12/01/26

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 Minor Flood Warning For The Eyre Creek
Issued at 02:57 PM AEST on Sunday 11 January 2026
Flood Warning Number: 15

MAJOR FLOODING POSSIBLE AT MARION DOWNS FROM MIDWEEK
MINOR FLOODING OCCURRING AT BEDOURIE AND GLENGYLE
Recent rainfall has caused river level rises and minor to major flooding along the Georgina River to Marion Downs.
At Marion Downs moderate flooding is likely from early this week, and major flooding is possible by midweek. Minor flooding is expected to continue along the Eyre Creek at Bedourie and Glengyle, with further rises possible as upstream flows arrive.

Georgina River to Marion Downs:
Moderate flooding is occurring at Roxborough Downs and Glenormiston.
No recent observations are available for the Georgina River at Marion Downs. Based on the nearby automatic gauge, the river level is estimated to be around the minor flood level (3.00 m).
The Georgina River at Marion Downs is likely to exceed the moderate flood level (4.00 m) during Tuesday 13 January. The river may exceed the major flood level (5.00 m) during Wednesday 14 January.

Eyre Creek:
Minor flooding is occurring along the Eyre Creek. Further rises are possible as upstream flows arrive.
The Eyre Creek at Bedourie is currently at 3.68 m and steady, with minor flooding.
The Eyre Creek at Bedourie is likely to remain above the minor flood level (3.50 m) over the next few days.

No recent observations are available for the Eyre Creek at Glengyle. The river level is estimated to be above the minor flood level (2.00 m).
The Eyre Creek at Glengyle is likely to remain above the minor flood level (2.00 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 04:00 PM AEST on Monday 12 January 2026.

Latest River Heights:
Georgina River at Roxborough Downs Tm,7.87,steady,2:00 pm Sun 11/01/26
Georgina River at Glenormiston,5.90,steady,9:00 am Sun 11/01/26
Burke River at Boulia,1.76,steady,2:00 pm Sun 11/01/26
Georgina River at Marion Downs,2.50,steady,8:01 am Sat 10/01/26
Eyre Creek at Bedourie,3.68,steady,9:00 am Sun 11/01/26

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
Queensland

TOP PRIORITY FOR IMMEDIATE BROADCAST

Heatwave Warning

Issued at 02:05 PM EST on Sunday 11 January 2026
Valid for Sunday 11 January 2026 to Wednesday 14 January 2026

Warning for the following areas:
Gulf Country, North Tropical Coast and Tablelands and North West

Safety Advice:
Severe heatwaves can be dangerous for many people, especially older people, babies, children, pregnant and breastfeeding women, people with medical conditions and people who are unwell.
Seek a place to keep cool, such as your home, a library, community centre or shopping centre.
Close your windows and draw blinds, curtains or awnings early in the day to keep the heat out of your home.
If available, use fans or air-conditioners to keep cool.

Over the North West and Gulf Country maximum temperatures in the high thirties to mid forties with overnight minimum temperatures in the mid to high twenties.

Over the North Tropical Coast and Tablelands maximum temperatures in the high twenties over elevated parts with overnight minimum temperatures in the high teens to low twenties. Along coastal parts maximum temperatures increasing to the low to mid thirties with overnight minimum temperatures in the mid twenties.

Severe heatwave conditions are expected to peak early this week then ease during the middle of the week. Locations likely to be impacted include Camooweal, Mount Isa and Urandangi.

The next heatwave warning will be issued by 3:00pm EST on Monday 12 January 2026

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Queensland

TOP PRIORITY FOR IMMEDIATE BROADCAST

Heatwave Warning

Issued at 02:05 PM EST on Sunday 11 January 2026
Valid for Sunday 11 January 2026 to Wednesday 14 January 2026

Warning for the following areas:
Gulf Country, North Tropical Coast and Tablelands and North West

Safety Advice:
Severe heatwaves can be dangerous for many people, especially older people, babies, children, pregnant and breastfeeding women, people with medical conditions and people who are unwell.
Seek a place to keep cool, such as your home, a library, community centre or shopping centre.
Close your windows and draw blinds, curtains or awnings early in the day to keep the heat out of your home.
If available, use fans or air-conditioners to keep cool.

Over the North West and Gulf Country maximum temperatures in the high thirties to mid forties with overnight minimum temperatures in the mid to high twenties.

Over the North Tropical Coast and Tablelands maximum temperatures in the high twenties over elevated parts with overnight minimum temperatures in the high teens to low twenties. Along coastal parts maximum temperatures increasing to the low to mid thirties with overnight minimum temperatures in the mid twenties.

Severe heatwave conditions are expected to peak early this week then ease during the middle of the week. Locations likely to be impacted include Camooweal, Mount Isa and Urandangi.

The next heatwave warning will be issued by 3:00pm EST on Monday 12 January 2026

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Queensland

TOP PRIORITY FOR IMMEDIATE BROADCAST

Heatwave Warning

Issued at 02:05 PM EST on Sunday 11 January 2026
Valid for Sunday 11 January 2026 to Wednesday 14 January 2026

Warning for the following areas:
Gulf Country, North Tropical Coast and Tablelands and North West

Safety Advice:
Severe heatwaves can be dangerous for many people, especially older people, babies, children, pregnant and breastfeeding women, people with medical conditions and people who are unwell.
Seek a place to keep cool, such as your home, a library, community centre or shopping centre.
Close your windows and draw blinds, curtains or awnings early in the day to keep the heat out of your home.
If available, use fans or air-conditioners to keep cool.

Over the North West and Gulf Country maximum temperatures in the high thirties to mid forties with overnight minimum temperatures in the mid to high twenties.

Over the North Tropical Coast and Tablelands maximum temperatures in the high twenties over elevated parts with overnight minimum temperatures in the high teens to low twenties. Along coastal parts maximum temperatures increasing to the low to mid thirties with overnight minimum temperatures in the mid twenties.

Severe heatwave conditions are expected to peak early this week then ease during the middle of the week. Locations likely to be impacted include Camooweal, Mount Isa and Urandangi.

The next heatwave warning will be issued by 3:00pm EST on Monday 12 January 2026

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Queensland

TOP PRIORITY FOR IMMEDIATE BROADCAST

Heatwave Warning

Issued at 02:05 PM EST on Sunday 11 January 2026
Valid for Sunday 11 January 2026 to Wednesday 14 January 2026

Warning for the following areas:
Gulf Country, North Tropical Coast and Tablelands and North West

Safety Advice:
Severe heatwaves can be dangerous for many people, especially older people, babies, children, pregnant and breastfeeding women, people with medical conditions and people who are unwell.
Seek a place to keep cool, such as your home, a library, community centre or shopping centre.
Close your windows and draw blinds, curtains or awnings early in the day to keep the heat out of your home.
If available, use fans or air-conditioners to keep cool.

Over the North West and Gulf Country maximum temperatures in the high thirties to mid forties with overnight minimum temperatures in the mid to high twenties.

Over the North Tropical Coast and Tablelands maximum temperatures in the high twenties over elevated parts with overnight minimum temperatures in the high teens to low twenties. Along coastal parts maximum temperatures increasing to the low to mid thirties with overnight minimum temperatures in the mid twenties.

Severe heatwave conditions are expected to peak early this week then ease during the middle of the week. Locations likely to be impacted include Camooweal, Mount Isa and Urandangi.

The next heatwave warning will be issued by 3:00pm EST on Monday 12 January 2026

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Queensland

TOP PRIORITY FOR IMMEDIATE BROADCAST

Heatwave Warning

Issued at 02:05 PM EST on Sunday 11 January 2026
Valid for Sunday 11 January 2026 to Wednesday 14 January 2026

Warning for the following areas:
Gulf Country, North Tropical Coast and Tablelands and North West

Safety Advice:
Severe heatwaves can be dangerous for many people, especially older people, babies, children, pregnant and breastfeeding women, people with medical conditions and people who are unwell.
Seek a place to keep cool, such as your home, a library, community centre or shopping centre.
Close your windows and draw blinds, curtains or awnings early in the day to keep the heat out of your home.
If available, use fans or air-conditioners to keep cool.

Over the North West and Gulf Country maximum temperatures in the high thirties to mid forties with overnight minimum temperatures in the mid to high twenties.

Over the North Tropical Coast and Tablelands maximum temperatures in the high twenties over elevated parts with overnight minimum temperatures in the high teens to low twenties. Along coastal parts maximum temperatures increasing to the low to mid thirties with overnight minimum temperatures in the mid twenties.

Severe heatwave conditions are expected to peak early this week then ease during the middle of the week. Locations likely to be impacted include Camooweal, Mount Isa and Urandangi.

The next heatwave warning will be issued by 3:00pm EST on Monday 12 January 2026

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Queensland

TOP PRIORITY FOR IMMEDIATE BROADCAST

Heatwave Warning

Issued at 02:05 PM EST on Sunday 11 January 2026
Valid for Sunday 11 January 2026 to Wednesday 14 January 2026

Warning for the following areas:
Gulf Country, North Tropical Coast and Tablelands and North West

Safety Advice:
Severe heatwaves can be dangerous for many people, especially older people, babies, children, pregnant and breastfeeding women, people with medical conditions and people who are unwell.
Seek a place to keep cool, such as your home, a library, community centre or shopping centre.
Close your windows and draw blinds, curtains or awnings early in the day to keep the heat out of your home.
If available, use fans or air-conditioners to keep cool.

Over the North West and Gulf Country maximum temperatures in the high thirties to mid forties with overnight minimum temperatures in the mid to high twenties.

Over the North Tropical Coast and Tablelands maximum temperatures in the high twenties over elevated parts with overnight minimum temperatures in the high teens to low twenties. Along coastal parts maximum temperatures increasing to the low to mid thirties with overnight minimum temperatures in the mid twenties.

Severe heatwave conditions are expected to peak early this week then ease during the middle of the week. Locations likely to be impacted include Camooweal, Mount Isa and Urandangi.

The next heatwave warning will be issued by 3:00pm EST on Monday 12 January 2026

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Queensland

TOP PRIORITY FOR IMMEDIATE BROADCAST

Heatwave Warning

Issued at 02:05 PM EST on Sunday 11 January 2026
Valid for Sunday 11 January 2026 to Wednesday 14 January 2026

Warning for the following areas:
Gulf Country, North Tropical Coast and Tablelands and North West

Safety Advice:
Severe heatwaves can be dangerous for many people, especially older people, babies, children, pregnant and breastfeeding women, people with medical conditions and people who are unwell.
Seek a place to keep cool, such as your home, a library, community centre or shopping centre.
Close your windows and draw blinds, curtains or awnings early in the day to keep the heat out of your home.
If available, use fans or air-conditioners to keep cool.

Over the North West and Gulf Country maximum temperatures in the high thirties to mid forties with overnight minimum temperatures in the mid to high twenties.

Over the North Tropical Coast and Tablelands maximum temperatures in the high twenties over elevated parts with overnight minimum temperatures in the high teens to low twenties. Along coastal parts maximum temperatures increasing to the low to mid thirties with overnight minimum temperatures in the mid twenties.

Severe heatwave conditions are expected to peak early this week then ease during the middle of the week. Locations likely to be impacted include Camooweal, Mount Isa and Urandangi.

The next heatwave warning will be issued by 3:00pm EST on Monday 12 January 2026

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Queensland

TOP PRIORITY FOR IMMEDIATE BROADCAST

Heatwave Warning

Issued at 02:05 PM EST on Sunday 11 January 2026
Valid for Sunday 11 January 2026 to Wednesday 14 January 2026

Warning for the following areas:
Gulf Country, North Tropical Coast and Tablelands and North West

Safety Advice:
Severe heatwaves can be dangerous for many people, especially older people, babies, children, pregnant and breastfeeding women, people with medical conditions and people who are unwell.
Seek a place to keep cool, such as your home, a library, community centre or shopping centre.
Close your windows and draw blinds, curtains or awnings early in the day to keep the heat out of your home.
If available, use fans or air-conditioners to keep cool.

Over the North West and Gulf Country maximum temperatures in the high thirties to mid forties with overnight minimum temperatures in the mid to high twenties.

Over the North Tropical Coast and Tablelands maximum temperatures in the high twenties over elevated parts with overnight minimum temperatures in the high teens to low twenties. Along coastal parts maximum temperatures increasing to the low to mid thirties with overnight minimum temperatures in the mid twenties.

Severe heatwave conditions are expected to peak early this week then ease during the middle of the week. Locations likely to be impacted include Camooweal, Mount Isa and Urandangi.

The next heatwave warning will be issued by 3:00pm EST on Monday 12 January 2026

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, National Water Operations

Flood Warning For The Albert River
Issued at 01:31 PM AEST on Friday 09 January 2026
Flood Warning Number: 13

FLOODING CONTINUING ALONG THE ALBERT RIVER AT BURKETOWN AIRSTRIP
Widespread heavy rainfall in late December and early January has caused river and creek level rises and areas of flooding across the Nicholson and Leichhardt catchments.
River levels along the Nicholson River and the Albert River at Burketown Airstrip are expected to remain elevated for the next few days.
Showers and thunderstorms are possible over the next few days, however further heavy rainfall is not expected over the weekend.

Nicholson and Gregory Rivers:
River levels along the Nicholson River at Escott Station and Gregory River at Gregory Downs are expected to be elevated.
No observations are currently available for the Albert River at Burketown Airstrip.
River levels along the Albert River at Burketown Airstrip are expected to be elevated 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 02:00 PM AEST on Saturday 10 January 2026.

Latest River Heights:
Gregory River at Riversleigh,1.52,steady,12:00 pm Fri 09/01/26
Gregory River at Gregory Downs,2.04,steady,12:00 pm Fri 09/01/26
Nicholson River at Escott Station,6.90,falling,12:30 pm Thu 08/01/26
Burketown Tide,3.18,falling,1:06 pm Fri 09/01/26
Leichhardt River at Doughboy Ck,1.26,steady,12:00 pm Fri 09/01/26
Leichhardt River at Julius Dam,0.04,steady,1:00 pm Fri 09/01/26
Leichhardt River at Miranda Creek,2.27,steady,12:00 pm Fri 09/01/26
Gunpowder Creek at Gunpowder,1.30,steady,12:00 pm Fri 09/01/26
Leichhardt River at Lorraine,5.80,falling,6:30 am Tue 06/01/26
Leichhardt River at Floraville,2.48,steady,12:00 pm Fri 09/01/26

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.