Forecast

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Queensland

Marine Wind Warning Summary for Queensland

Issued at 03:00 PM EST on Sunday 05 April 2026
for the period until midnight EST Monday 06 April 2026

Wind Warnings for Sunday 05 April
Strong Wind Warning for the following areas:
Cooktown Coast, Cairns Coast, Townsville Coast, Mackay Coast, Capricornia Coast, Hervey Bay, K'gari Coast, Sunshine Coast Waters, Moreton Bay and Gold Coast Waters

Wind Warnings for Monday 06 April
Strong Wind Warning for the following areas:
Cooktown Coast, Cairns Coast, Townsville Coast, Mackay Coast and Capricornia Coast

The next marine wind warning summary will be issued by 9:00 pm EST Sunday.
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Check the latest Coastal Waters Forecast or Local
Waters Forecast at http://www.bom.gov.au/qld/forecasts/map.shtml for information on wind,
wave and weather conditions for these coastal zones.
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Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, National Water Operations

Minor Flood Warning For The Thomson River And Moderate Flood Warning For The Cooper Creek
Issued at 11:09 AM AEST on Saturday 04 April 2026
Flood Warning Number: 96

MINOR FLOODING IS EASING AT STONEHENGE AND JUNDAH
MODERATE FLOODING IS EASING AT WINDORAH
The flood peak is downstream of Windorah, along the Cooper Creek. River levels upstream of Windorah are continuing to fall.

Thomson River:
Minor flooding is easing at Stonehenge and Jundah.
The Thomson River at Stonehenge was at 2.45 m and falling at 6:35 am Thursday, with minor flooding.
The Thomson River at Stonehenge is likely to fall below the minor flood level (2.00 m) during Monday.

The Thomson River at Jundah is currently at 3.84 m and falling at 7:00 am Saturday, with minor flooding.
The Thomson River at Jundah is likely to remain above the minor flood level (2.50 m) over the next few days.

Cooper Creek:
Moderate flooding is easing at Windorah.
The Cooper Creek at Windorah is currently at 4.65 m and falling at 6:30 am Saturday, with moderate flooding.
The Cooper Creek at Windorah is likely to fall below the moderate flood level (4.57 m) during the weekend.

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 07 April 2026.

Latest River Heights:
Cornish Creek at Bowen Downs,1.49,steady,10:00 am Sat 04/04/26
Thomson River at Muttaburra,1.03,steady,9:00 am Sat 04/04/26
Thomson River at Camoola Park,0.80,falling,6:00 pm Sat 28/03/26
Thomson River at Longreach,1.50,steady,10:00 am Sat 04/04/26
Thomson River at Bogewong,3.55,falling,10:39 am Sat 04/04/26
Thomson River at Stonehenge,2.45,falling,6:35 am Thu 02/04/26
Thomson River at Jundah,3.84,falling,7:00 am Sat 04/04/26
Jordan Creek at Glencoe,0.79,steady,10:39 am Sat 04/04/26
Alice River at Barcaldine Weir,4.67,steady,10:00 am Sat 04/04/26
Barcoo River at Glenlock,2.35,falling,5:00 pm Sat 28/03/26
Barcoo River at Retreat,1.46,steady,10:00 am Sat 04/04/26
Cooper Creek at Windorah (Lignum Channel),0.16,steady,9:00 am Sat 04/04/26
Cooper Creek at Windorah,4.65,falling,6:30 am Sat 04/04/26
Cooper Creek at Durham Downs,2.45,steady,9:00 am Mon 30/03/26
Cooper Creek at Nappa Merrie,2.15,steady,10:00 am Sat 04/04/26

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 Lower Diamantina River
Issued at 11:06 AM AEST on Saturday 04 April 2026
Flood Warning Number: 80

BIRDSVILLE LIKELY TO PEAK AROUND THE MODERATE FLOOD LEVEL FROM MONDAY 6 APRIL
Minor flooding is continuing between Monkira and Durrie Station, with small renewed rises occurring at Monkira. Downstream, the main flood peak is currently around Roseberth Station, where major flooding is occurring. Minor flooding is continuing to rise slowly at Birdsville, where a peak around the moderate flood level is likely from Monday 6 April.

Diamantina River downstream of Diamantina Lakes:
Major flooding is nearing a peak at Roseberth Station. Minor flooding is occurring at Monkira, Durrie Station and Birdsville.
The Diamantina River at Birdsville Police Station was at 5.50 m and rising slowly at 9:00 am Friday, with minor flooding.
The Diamantina River at Birdsville Police Station is likely to peak around the moderate flood level (6.00 m) from Monday 6 April.

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 07 April 2026.

Latest River Heights:
Mills Creek at Oondooroo,1.31,steady,10:00 am Sat 04/04/26
Diamantina River at Diamantina Lakes Tm,1.13,steady,10:00 am Sat 04/04/26
Diamantina River at Monkira,3.42,rising,9:00 am Sat 04/04/26
Diamantina River at Durrie Station,1.92,steady,9:00 am Fri 03/04/26
Diamantina River at Roseberth Station,5.24,steady,7:30 am Sat 04/04/26
Diamantina River at Birdsville Police Station,5.50,rising,9:00 am Fri 03/04/26
Diamantina River at Birdsville,6.13,steady,10:10 am Sat 04/04/26

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.