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 Thomson River And Cooper Creek, Flood Warning For The Barcoo River
Issued at 01:57 PM AEST on Friday 06 March 2026
Flood Warning Number: 65

MAJOR FLOODING ESTIMATED TO BE OCCURRING AT WINDORAH AND POSSIBLE AT JUNDAH FROM FRIDAY AFTERNOON
A MODERATE FLOOD PEAK IS OCCURRING AT STONEHENGE
A moderate flood peak moving along the Thomson River is passing through Stonehenge. Upstream at Camoola Park and Longreach river levels are falling slowly. The flood peak currently around Stonehenge is likely to move through Jundah over the weekend.
Along the lower Barcoo River, flooding is easing with the main peak is now downstream of Retreat. Renewed rises are possible with forecast rain over the weekend and into next week.
Along the Cooper Creek, renewed major flooding is estimated to be occurring at Windorah (Main Channel). Further rises are likely as upstream flows arrive from the Thomson and Barcoo Rivers, with a flood peak forecast to reach Windorah early next week.
Peak forecasts will be refined as upstream peaks are observed.
Showers and thunderstorms are forecast for upper parts of the Thomson and Barcoo River catchments over the weekend. The situation is being monitored and this warning will be updated as required.

Thomson River:
Minor to moderate flooding is occurring along the Thomson River. Major flooding is possible at Jundah.
No current river level observations are available for the Thomson River at Camoola Park. The river level is estimated to be above the minor flood level and falling slowly, with minor flooding.
The Thomson River at Camoola Park is expected to remain above the minor flood level (2.00 m) through to mid March.

The Thomson River at Longreach is currently at 4.38 m and steady, with moderate flooding.
The Thomson River at Longreach may fall below the moderate flood level (4.30 m) Friday afternoon.

No observations are currently available for the Thomson River at Stonehenge. Based on the nearby automatic gauge, the river level is estimated to be above the moderate flood level (3.00 m) and steady around a peak.
The Thomson River at Stonehenge may remain around 3.50 m, near its peak during the weekend, with moderate flooding.

The Thomson River at Jundah is currently at 4.85 m and steady, with moderate flooding.
The Thomson River at Jundah may peak near the major flood level (5.00 m) during the weekend.

Barcoo River downstream of Isisford:
Flooding is easing along the Barcoo River at Retreat with renewed rises possible.
The Barcoo River at Retreat is currently at 1.95 m and steady, below the minor flood level.
The Barcoo River at Retreat is expected to remain below the minor flood level (2.14 m) during Saturday. Renewed rises are possible with forecast rain over the weekend and into next week.

Cooper Creek:
Major flooding is estimated to be occurring along the Cooper Creek at Windorah.
No observations are currently available for the Cooper Creek at Windorah. Based on upstream gauges major flooding is estimated to be continuing.
The Cooper Creek at Windorah may reach around 5.50 m early next week, with major flooding.

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 09 March 2026.

Latest River Heights:
Cornish Creek at Bowen Downs,4.74,steady,1:00 pm Fri 06/03/26
Thomson River at Muttaburra,3.22,steady,12:00 pm Fri 06/03/26
Thomson River at Camoola Park,3.55,steady,6:00 pm Thu 05/03/26
Thomson River at Longreach,4.38,steady,1:00 pm Fri 06/03/26
Thomson River at Bogewong,5.57,steady,6:00 am Fri 06/03/26
Thomson River at Jundah,4.85,steady,7:00 am Fri 06/03/26
Barcoo River at Duneira,0.90,steady,11:55 am Fri 06/03/26
Alice River at Barcaldine Weir,4.62,steady,1:00 pm Fri 06/03/26
Barcoo River at Wahroongha,0.90,falling,8:00 am Wed 04/03/26
Barcoo River at Glenlock,1.90,falling,5:00 pm Wed 04/03/26
Barcoo River at Retreat,1.95,steady,1:00 pm Fri 06/03/26
Cooper Creek at Windorah (Lignum Channel),0.16,steady,12:00 pm Fri 06/03/26
Cooper Creek at Nappa Merrie,2.04,steady,1:00 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.