Forecast

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, New South Wales

Moderate Flood Warning For The Namoi River
Issued at 10:35 AM EDT on Tuesday 01 April 2025
Flood Warning Number: 9

MODERATE FLOODING CONTINUING AT WEE WAA AND OCCURRING AT BUGILBONE
MINOR FLOODING POSSIBLE AT BOGGABRI, NARRABRI AND GOANGRA
Along the Namoi River at Gunnedah, inflows from the Mooki River combined with inflows from the Peel River have peaked below the minor flood level during Monday afternoon.
Further downstream along the Namoi River, renewed river level rises to near the minor flood level are possible at Boggabri from Tuesday into Wednesday.
A below minor peak was observed on Monday evening at Narrabri, however renewed rises are possible and minor flooding may occur from Wednesday.
Moderate flooding is occurring at Wee Waa and is likely to continue into Wednesday, with renewed rises possible as upstream flows arrive. Moderate flooding is occurring at Bugilbone and minor flooding is possible at Goangra later this week.
In the next few days, multiple flood peaks are expected to move along the Namoi River, with prolonged flooding possible at some locations.

Namoi River:
Moderate flooding is occurring at Wee Waa and Bugilbone. Minor flooding is possible at Boggabri, Narrabri and Goangra.
The Namoi River at Gunnedah is currently at 4.55 metres and falling, below the minor flood level.
The Namoi River at Gunnedah is likely to remain below the minor flood level (7.30 m).

The Namoi River at Boggabri is currently at 6.64 metres and steady, below the minor flood level.
Subject to the arrival of the floodwaters from Gunnedah, renewed river level rises to near the minor flood level (7.00 m) are possible from Tuesday into Wednesday.

The Narrabri Creek at Narrabri peaked at 4.42 metres around 09:30 pm Monday, below the minor flood level and is currently at 4.32 metres and steady.
Renewed rises are possible as upstream flows arrive and Narrabri may reach the minor flood level (4.90 m) from Wednesday.

The Namoi River at Wee Waa (Glencoe) is currently at 6.42 metres and steady, above the moderate flood level (6.40 m).
The Namoi River at Wee Waa (Glencoe) is likely to remain around the moderate flood level (6.40 m) for the remainder of Tuesday into Wednesday. Further rises are possible as upstream flows arrive.

The Namoi River at Bugilbone is currently at 6.08 metres and steady, above the moderate flood level.
The Namoi River at Bugilbone may reach around 6.40 metres overnight Tuesday into Wednesday, with moderate flooding.

The Namoi River at Goangra is currently at 4.24 metres and rising, below the minor flood level (5.50 m).
The Namoi River at Goangra may reach the minor flood level (5.50 m) later this week. Further rises are possible.

Flood Safety Advice:
In life threatening emergencies, call 000 (triple zero) immediately. If you require rescue, assistance to evacuate or other emergency help, ring NSW SES on 132 500.
* Avoid drowning. Stay out of rising water, seek refuge in the highest available place.
* Prevent damage to your vehicle. Move it under cover, away from areas likely to flood.
* Avoid being swept away. Stay out of fast-flowing creeks and storm drains.
* Never drive, ride or walk through flood water. Flood water can be deceptive and dangerous.}
For more emergency information, advice, and access to the latest river heights and rainfall observations and forecasts:
* NSW SES: www.ses.nsw.gov.au
* RMS Live Traffic: www.livetraffic.com
* Latest River Heights and Rainfall Observations: www.bom.gov.au/nsw/flood/northwest.shtml
* Latest NSW Warnings: www.bom.gov.au/nsw/warnings/
* Rainfall Forecasts: www.bom.gov.au/australia/meteye/
* BOM NSW Twitter: www.twitter.com/BOM_NSW

Next issue:
The next warning will be issued by 11:00 am EDT on Wednesday 02 April 2025.

Latest River Heights:
Goonoon Goonoo Creek at Goonoo Goonoo,0.12,Steady,08:22 AM TUE 01/04/25
Peel River at Piallamore,1.80,Steady,08:45 AM TUE 01/04/25
Cockburn River at Mulla Crossing,0.64,Steady,08:00 AM TUE 01/04/25
Peel River at Tamworth Road Bridge,0.79,Steady,08:45 AM TUE 01/04/25
Peel River at Carrol Gap,1.72,Falling,09:00 AM TUE 01/04/25
Namoi River at Manilla,2.04,Steady,09:00 AM TUE 01/04/25
Mooki River at Breeza Station,2.83,Falling,08:45 AM TUE 01/04/25
Namoi River at Gunnedah,4.55,Falling,08:45 AM TUE 01/04/25
Coxs Creek at Boggabri,3.58,Falling,08:45 AM TUE 01/04/25
Namoi River at Boggabri,6.64,Steady,09:00 AM TUE 01/04/25
Narrabri Creek at Narrabri,4.32,Steady,09:00 AM TUE 01/04/25
Namoi River at Wee Waa (Glencoe),6.42,Steady,08:45 AM TUE 01/04/25
Namoi River at Bugilbone,6.08,Steady,08:45 AM TUE 01/04/25
Namoi River at Goangra,4.24,Steady,09:00 AM TUE 01/04/25

This advice is also available by dialling 1300 659 210. Warning, rainfall and river information are available at www.bom.gov.au/nsw/flood. The latest weather forecast is available at www.bom.gov.au/nsw/forecasts.

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
New South Wales

Coastal Hazard Warning
for DAMAGING SURF

for parts of Mid North Coast, Hunter, Metropolitan, Illawarra and South Coast Forecast Districts.

Issued at 10:31 am Tuesday, 1 April 2025.


Damaging Surf continuing along parts of the New South Wales coast.

Weather Situation
A low pressure system in the southern Tasman Sea is generating large and powerful waves for parts of the NSW coast.
DAMAGING SURF for the following areas:
Mid North Coast, Hunter, Metropolitan, Illawarra and South Coast
VERY HEAVY SURF which may lead to localised damage and coastal erosion is possible along the New South Wales coast south of Smoky Cape. These conditions will persist during today before slowly contracting to coastlines between Jervis Bay and Smoky Cape later this evening.
Damaging surf conditions are expected to ease for the remaining coasts during Wednesday morning.
Beach conditions in these areas could be dangerous and people should stay well away from the surf and surf exposed areas, particularly south-facing coastlines.
A Hazardous Surf Warning is also current for parts of the New South Wales Coast.
For all the latest warnings refer to http://www.bom.gov.au/nsw/warnings
Locations which may be affected include Stockton Beach, Newcastle, Sydney, Wollongong, Batemans Bay, Moruya Heads and Eden.


The State Emergency Service advises that people should:
* Stay vigilant and monitor conditions.
* For emergency help in floods and storms, ring your local SES Unit on 132 500.

The next Coastal Hazard Warning will be issued by 5:00 pm AEDT Tuesday.
Warnings are also available through TV and Radio broadcasts, the Bureau's website at www.bom.gov.au or call 1300 659 210. The Bureau and State Emergency Service would appreciate warnings being broadcast regularly.

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
New South Wales

Coastal Hazard Warning
for DAMAGING SURF

for parts of Mid North Coast, Hunter, Metropolitan, Illawarra and South Coast Forecast Districts.

Issued at 10:31 am Tuesday, 1 April 2025.


Damaging Surf continuing along parts of the New South Wales coast.

Weather Situation
A low pressure system in the southern Tasman Sea is generating large and powerful waves for parts of the NSW coast.
DAMAGING SURF for the following areas:
Mid North Coast, Hunter, Metropolitan, Illawarra and South Coast
VERY HEAVY SURF which may lead to localised damage and coastal erosion is possible along the New South Wales coast south of Smoky Cape. These conditions will persist during today before slowly contracting to coastlines between Jervis Bay and Smoky Cape later this evening.
Damaging surf conditions are expected to ease for the remaining coasts during Wednesday morning.
Beach conditions in these areas could be dangerous and people should stay well away from the surf and surf exposed areas, particularly south-facing coastlines.
A Hazardous Surf Warning is also current for parts of the New South Wales Coast.
For all the latest warnings refer to http://www.bom.gov.au/nsw/warnings
Locations which may be affected include Stockton Beach, Newcastle, Sydney, Wollongong, Batemans Bay, Moruya Heads and Eden.


The State Emergency Service advises that people should:
* Stay vigilant and monitor conditions.
* For emergency help in floods and storms, ring your local SES Unit on 132 500.

The next Coastal Hazard Warning will be issued by 5:00 pm AEDT Tuesday.
Warnings are also available through TV and Radio broadcasts, the Bureau's website at www.bom.gov.au or call 1300 659 210. The Bureau and State Emergency Service would appreciate warnings being broadcast regularly.

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
New South Wales

Marine Wind Warning Summary for New South Wales

Issued at 10:08 AM EDT on Tuesday 01 April 2025
for the period until midnight EDT Wednesday 02 April 2025

Wind Warnings for Tuesday 01 April
Strong Wind Warning for the following areas:
Sydney Enclosed Waters, Hunter Coast, Sydney Coast, Illawarra Coast, Batemans Coast and Eden Coast
Cancellation for the following areas:
Coffs Coast and Macquarie Coast

Wind Warnings for Wednesday 02 April
Strong Wind Warning for the following areas:
Illawarra Coast, Batemans Coast and Eden Coast

The next marine wind warning summary will be issued by 4:05 pm EDT Tuesday.
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Check the latest Coastal Waters Forecast or Local
Waters Forecast at http://www.bom.gov.au/nsw/forecasts/map.shtml for information on wind,
wave and weather conditions for these coastal zones.
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Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
New South Wales

Hazardous Surf Warning for New South Wales

Issued at 04:27 AM EDT on Tuesday 01 April 2025

Weather Situation
Surf and swell conditions are expected to be hazardous for coastal activities such as rock fishing, boating, and swimming in the following areas.
Hazardous Surf Warning for the following areas:
Byron Coast, Coffs Coast, Macquarie Coast, Hunter Coast, Sydney Coast, Illawarra Coast, Batemans Coast and Eden Coast

Warnings for Wednesday 02 April

Hazardous Surf Warning for the following areas:
Byron Coast, Coffs Coast, Macquarie Coast, Hunter Coast, Sydney Coast, Illawarra Coast, Batemans Coast and Eden Coast

NSW Police Force, Marine Area Command advise that:
People should consider staying out of the water and avoid walking near surf-exposed areas.
Rock fishers should avoid coastal rock platforms exposed to the ocean and seek a safe location that is sheltered from the surf.
Boaters planning to cross shallow water and ocean bars should consider changing or delaying their voyage.
Boaters already on the water should carry the appropriate safety equipment and wear a lifejacket.
Boaters should remember to log on with their local Marine Rescue radio base, via VHF Radio or the Marine Rescue APP, and consider their safety management plan.

The next warning will be issued by 5:00 pm EDT Tuesday.
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Check the Coastal Waters Forecast for information
on wind, wave and weather conditions for
these areas at http://www.bom.gov.au/nsw/ or on marine
radio.
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Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, New South Wales

Final Flood Warning For The Manning River
Issued at 11:30 AM EDT on Monday 31 March 2025
Flood Warning Number: 7

MINOR FLOODING NO LONGER OCCURRING OR EXPECTED AT WINGHAM AND CROKI WHARF
The river level at Wingham peaked on Sunday with minor flooding and fell below the minor flood level Sunday evening. At Croki Wharf, the river level peaked near the minor flood level with high tides on Sunday. No further flooding is expected. .
Further rain is forecast across parts of the Manning River catchments from the middle of the week, which may cause renewed river level rises and flooding along the Manning River and its tributaries. The situation is being closely monitored and flood warnings will be updated as required.

Manning River:
Minor flooding is no longer occurring or expected along the Manning River.
The Manning River at Wingham is currently at 3.36 metres and falling, below the minor flood level (4.90 m).
The Manning River at Wingham is expected to remain below the minor flood level .

The Manning River at Croki Wharf is currently at 1.25 metres and rising.
The Manning River at Croki Wharf is expected to remain below the minor flood level (1.50 m).

Manning River at Taree:
Cancellation

Flood Safety Advice:
In life threatening emergencies, call 000 (triple zero) immediately. If you require rescue, assistance to evacuate or other emergency help, ring NSW SES on 132 500.
* Avoid drowning. Stay out of rising water, seek refuge in the highest available place.
* Prevent damage to your vehicle. Move it under cover, away from areas likely to flood.
* Avoid being swept away. Stay out of fast-flowing creeks and storm drains.
* Never drive, ride or walk through flood water. Flood water can be deceptive and dangerous.}
For more emergency information, advice, and access to the latest river heights and rainfall observations and forecasts:
* NSW SES: www.ses.nsw.gov.au
* RMS Live Traffic: www.livetraffic.com
* Latest River Heights and Rainfall Observations: www.bom.gov.au/nsw/flood/midnorth.shtml
* Latest NSW Warnings: www.bom.gov.au/nsw/warnings/
* Rainfall Forecasts: www.bom.gov.au/australia/meteye/
* BOM NSW Twitter: www.twitter.com/BOM_NSW

Next issue:
This is a final warning, no further warnings will be issued for this event.

Latest River Heights:
Gloucester River at Gloucester,1.98,Falling,10:00 AM MON 31/03/25
Manning River at Mount George,3.45,Falling,10:45 AM MON 31/03/25
Manning River at Killawarra Bridge,5.63,Falling,10:00 AM MON 31/03/25
Manning River at Wingham,3.36,Falling,10:45 AM MON 31/03/25
Manning River at Taree,1.23,Rising,10:45 AM MON 31/03/25
Manning River at Croki Wharf,1.25,Rising,10:45 AM MON 31/03/25
Manning River at Harrington,1.16,Falling,10:45 AM MON 31/03/25

This advice is also available by dialling 1300 659 210. Warning, rainfall and river information are available at www.bom.gov.au/nsw/flood. The latest weather forecast is available at www.bom.gov.au/nsw/forecasts.

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, New South Wales

Final Flood Warning For The Upper Hunter River
Issued at 04:24 PM EDT on Sunday 30 March 2025
Flood Warning Number: 6

MINOR FLOODING NO LONGER OCCURRING AT DENMAN
The river level along the Upper Hunter River at Denman peaked slightly above the minor flood level (6.50 m) around midday Sunday and fell below the minor flood level Sunday afternoon. The river level at Denman is expected to remain below the minor flood level.
Further rain is forecast across parts of the Hunter River catchments from the middle of the week, which may cause renewed river level rises and flooding along the Hunter River and its tributaries. The situation is being closely monitored and the flood warning will be updated as required.

Upper Hunter:
Minor flooding is no longer occurring along the Upper Hunter at Denman.
The Hunter River at Denman peaked near 6.80 metres around 12:45 pm Sunday with minor flooding and is currently at 6.31 metres and falling, below the minor flood level (6.50 m).
The Hunter River at Denman is expected to remain below the minor flood level.

Kingdon Ponds at Scone:
Cancellation

Flood Safety Advice:
In life threatening emergencies, call 000 (triple zero) immediately. If you require rescue, assistance to evacuate or other emergency help, ring NSW SES on 132 500.
* Avoid drowning. Stay out of rising water, seek refuge in the highest available place.
* Prevent damage to your vehicle. Move it under cover, away from areas likely to flood.
* Avoid being swept away. Stay out of fast-flowing creeks and storm drains.
* Never drive, ride or walk through flood water. Flood water can be deceptive and dangerous.}
For more emergency information, advice, and access to the latest river heights and rainfall observations and forecasts:
* NSW SES: www.ses.nsw.gov.au
* RMS Live Traffic: www.livetraffic.com
* Latest River Heights and Rainfall Observations: www.bom.gov.au/nsw/flood/midnorth.shtml
* Latest NSW Warnings: www.bom.gov.au/nsw/warnings/
* Rainfall Forecasts: www.bom.gov.au/australia/meteye/
* BOM NSW Twitter: www.twitter.com/BOM_NSW

Next issue:
This is a final warning, no further warnings will be issued for this event.

Latest River Heights:
Kingdon Ponds at Scone,0.86,Steady,04:16 PM SUN 30/03/25
Hunter River at Aberdeen,3.71,Falling,04:00 PM SUN 30/03/25
Hunter River at Muswellbrook,3.55,Falling,04:00 PM SUN 30/03/25
Hunter River at Denman,6.31,Falling,04:00 PM SUN 30/03/25
Goulburn River at Sandy Hollow,1.09,Steady,04:00 PM SUN 30/03/25
Hunter River at Liddell,5.36,Rising,04:15 PM SUN 30/03/25
Wollombi Brook at Bulga,0.93,Steady,12:30 PM SUN 30/03/25
Hunter River at Singleton,1.49,Rising,04:00 PM SUN 30/03/25
Hunter River at Greta,2.65,Falling,04:00 PM SUN 30/03/25
Hunter River at Maitland (Belmore Bridge),1.98,Falling,04:00 PM SUN 30/03/25
Hunter River at Raymond Terrace,1.04,Falling,04:00 PM SUN 30/03/25

This advice is also available by dialling 1300 659 210. Warning, rainfall and river information are available at www.bom.gov.au/nsw/flood. The latest weather forecast is available at www.bom.gov.au/nsw/forecasts.