Forecast

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, National Water Operations

Moderate Flood Warning For The Diamantina River
Issued at 02:25 PM AEST on Friday 06 March 2026
Flood Warning Number: 63

MODERATE FLOODING CONTINUING ALONG THE DIAMANTINA RIVER AT BIRDSVILLE
Significant rainfall was observed across the Diamantina catchment during last week, resulting in rapid river level rises. Elevated river levels are occurring downstream of Diamantina Lakes on the Diamantina River, with a moderate peak downstream of Diamantina Lakes.
Along the Diamantina River at Birdsville moderate flooding is continuing after a moderate flood peak on Monday morning. Another flood peak is between Monkira and Roseberth.

Diamantina River to Diamantina Lakes:
The Diamantina River at Diamantina Lakes is currently at 5.46 m and steady, above the moderate flood level (4.00 m) and well above the Springvale Diamantina Lakes Road Causeway level (2.10 m).
Diamantina River downstream of Diamantina Lakes:
Moderate flooding is occurring at Roseberth and Birdsville. Minor flooding is occurring at Monkira and is easing at Durrie Station.
The Diamantina River at Birdsville Police Station is currently at 6.55 m and slowly falling, with moderate flooding.
The Diamantina River at Birdsville Police Station is expected to remain above the moderate flood level (6.00 m) until about mid March. 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 Monday 09 March 2026.

Latest River Heights:
Mills Creek at Oondooroo,1.49,steady,1:00 pm Fri 06/03/26
Western River at Winton,1.10,steady,7:45 am Mon 02/03/26
Diamantina River at Elderslie,1.85,steady,5:50 am Fri 06/03/26
Diamantina River at Diamantina Lakes Tm,5.45,steady,1:00 pm Fri 06/03/26
Diamantina River at Monkira,3.56,steady,9:00 am Fri 06/03/26
Diamantina River at Roseberth Station,5.04,steady,7:05 am Fri 06/03/26
Diamantina River at Birdsville Police Station,6.55,falling,9:00 am Fri 06/03/26
Diamantina River at Birdsville,6.75,steady,1:15 pm Fri 06/03/26

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 Georgina River And Eyre Creek
Issued at 02:05 PM AEST on Friday 06 March 2026
Flood Warning Number: 51

MAJOR FLOODING OCCURRING AT BEDOURIE AND GLENGYLE
MAJOR FLOODING OCCURRING AT MARION DOWNS WITH FURTHER RISES AND A SIGNIFICANT MAJOR FLOOD PEAK MAY ARRIVE OVER THE WEEKEND
Heavy rainfall was observed across the Georgina River and Eyre Creek catchments last week, leading to significant river level rises. The main flood peak along the Georgina River is approaching Marion Downs, while major flooding continues upstream at Roxborough and Glenormiston. At Marion Downs, a significant major flood peak may arrive over the weekend as upstream floodwaters continue to move downstream.
Further downstream along Eyre Creek, inflows from King Creek and neighbouring tributaries have caused initial rises ahead of the main upper Georgina flood peak. Major flooding is occurring at Bedourie, with river levels expected to remain around the major flood level. Downstream at Glengyle, major flooding is occurring. Additional significant renewed rises are expected in the coming weeks at Bedourie and Glengyle as floodwaters from the upper catchment arrive.
Renewed river level rises, localised flooding and overland inundation remain possible across the catchment as floodwaters move downstream. Road access is likely to be affected, and communities may become isolated.

Georgina River to Marion Downs:
Major flooding is occurring at Marion Downs, Roxborough Downs and Glenormiston.
The Georgina River at Marion Downs is currently at 6.50 m and rising, above the major flood level (5.00 m).
Further rises are expected along the Georgina River at Marion Downs over the coming days, where a significant major flood peak may arrive over the weekend.

Georgina River downstream of Marion Downs:
River level rises are occurring along the Georgina River downstream of Marion Downs. Moderate flooding is occurring along King Creek at Cluny.
Eyre Creek:
Major flooding is occurring along the Eyre Creek at Bedourie and Glengyle.
The Eyre Creek at Bedourie is currently at 5.00 m and steady, with major flooding.
The Eyre Creek at Bedourie is expected to remain around the major flood level (5.00 m) for the next few days. Renewed rises are likely from early next week as upstream flows arrive.

The Eyre Creek at Glengyle is currently at 4.00 m and steady, with major flooding.
The Eyre Creek at Glengyle is likely to remain around the major flood level (4.00 m) for the next few days. Renewed rises are likely from around mid next week 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 01:00 PM AEST on Saturday 07 March 2026.

Latest River Heights:
Georgina River at Roxborough Downs Tm,8.82,steady,1:00 pm Fri 06/03/26
Georgina River at Glenormiston,7.55,steady,9:00 am Fri 06/03/26
Burke River at Boulia,2.01,steady,1:00 pm Fri 06/03/26
Georgina River at Marion Downs,6.50,steady,9:00 am Fri 06/03/26
Eyre Creek at Bedourie,5.00,steady,9:00 am Fri 06/03/26
King Creek at Cluny,4.35,steady,9:00 am Fri 06/03/26
Eyre Creek at Glengyle,4.00,steady,9:00 am Fri 06/03/26

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
Issued at 09:24 AM AEST on Friday 06 March 2026
Flood Warning Number: 24

MAJOR FLOODING OCCURRING AT WALKERS BEND AND EXPECTED TO CONTINUE INTO NEXT WEEK
The main flood peak along the Flinders River has moved downstream of Etta Plains and is approaching Walkers Bend. The flood peak along the Cloncurry River has just passed through Canobie, upstream of its junction with the Flinders River.
River levels continue rising slowly along the lower Flinders River at Walkers Bend, where major flooding has been occurring since Thursday afternoon, as floodwaters from both the Cloncurry and Flinders rivers arrive.
Showers and thunderstorms are forecast over the weekend and into next week, with heavy rainfall possible, which may cause further river level rises.
A Flood Watch is current for North Tropical Coast and parts of Cape York Peninsula, Central Coast, Capricornia and Carpentaria catchments, which includes upper Flinders River catchment.

Flinders River downstream of Richmond:
River levels are elevated along the Flinders River downstream of Richmond. Major flooding is occurring at Walkers Bend.
The Flinders River at Walkers Bend is currently at 8.41 m and rising, with major flooding.
The Flinders River at Walkers Bend is expected to remain above the major flood level (8.00 m) into next week. 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 11:00 AM AEST on Saturday 07 March 2026.

Latest River Heights:
Flinders River at Glendower Crossing,0.84,steady,8:00 am Fri 06/03/26
Porcupine Creek at Mt Emu Plains,1.75,steady,8:00 am Fri 06/03/26
Flinders River at Punchbowl,3.22,falling,8:00 am Fri 06/03/26
Flinders River at Etta Plains,9.53,steady,8:00 am Fri 06/03/26
Julia Creek,1.48,steady,8:00 am Fri 06/03/26
Gilliat River at Wills Development Road,7.13,steady,8:00 am Fri 06/03/26
Cloncurry River at Cloncurry,1.29,steady,8:00 am Fri 06/03/26
Cloncurry River at Canobie,8.19,steady,8:00 am Fri 06/03/26
Flinders River at Walkers Bend,8.41,rising,8:00 am Fri 06/03/26

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.