Forecast

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, New South Wales

Final Flood Warning For The Myall River
Issued at 01:24 AM EDT on Sunday 30 March 2025
Flood Warning Number: 2

FLOODING NO LONGER EXPECTED AT BULAHDELAH
The Myall River at Bulahdelah peaked below the minor flood level around midnight Saturday into Sunday, with no further flooding expected.

Myall River:
Flooding is no longer expected along the Myall River.

The Myall River at Bulahdelah peaked at 2.75 metres around midnight Saturday into Sunday and is currently at 2.68 metres and falling slowly, below the minor flood level (3.00 m).
The Myall River at Bulahdelah is expected to remain below the minor flood level (3.00 m) for the remainder of Sunday.

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:
Myall River at Markwell,5.08,Steady,01:09 AM SUN 30/03/25
Myall River at Bulahdelah,2.68,Steady,01:15 AM 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.

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, New South Wales

Minor To Moderate Flood Warning For The Upper Hunter River
Issued at 12:55 AM EDT on Sunday 30 March 2025
Flood Warning Number: 3

MODERATE FLOODING LIKELY AT MUSWELLBROOK AND POSSIBLE AT DENMAN FROM LATE SUNDAY MORNING
MINOR FLOODING OCCURRING AT ABERDEEN AND LIKELY AT SCONE EARLY SUNDAY MORNING
Moderate to heavy rainfall since Friday afternoon has caused river level rises across the Upper Hunter catchment. Along Kingdon Ponds at Scone, river levels are likely to peak with minor flooding early Sunday morning. Along the Upper Hunter River, a peak is now approaching Aberdeen, where minor flooding is occurring. This peak is likely to cause moderate flooding at Muswellbrook and may cause moderate flooding at Denman from late Sunday morning as it travels downstream.
Peak forecasts will be refined as upstream peaks are observed.

Upper Hunter:
Moderate flooding is likely along the Upper Hunter.
The Kingdon Ponds at Scone is currently at 3.13 metres and rising, just below the minor flood level (3.20 m).
The Kingdon Ponds at Scone is likely to exceed the minor flood level (3.20 m) around 01:00 am Sunday morning. The river level may peak near 3.40 metres around 03:00 am Sunday morning, with minor flooding.

The Hunter River at Aberdeen is currently at 7.84 metres and rising fast, above the minor flood level (7.20 m).
The Hunter River at Aberdeen is likely to peak near 8.50 metres around 02:00 am Sunday morning, with minor flooding.

The Hunter River at Muswellbrook is currently at 1.15 metres and steady, below the minor flood level (7.20 m).
The Hunter River at Muswellbrook is expected to exceed the minor flood level (7.20 m) around 06:00 am Sunday morning. The river level is likely to exceed the moderate flood level (8.00 m) late Sunday morning and may reach around 9.00 metres early Sunday afternoon, with moderate flooding. Further rises are possible.

The Hunter River at Denman is currently at 1.36 metres and steady, below the minor flood level (6.50 m).
The Hunter River at Denman is likely to exceed the minor flood level (6.50 m) late Sunday morning. The river level may reach the moderate flood level (7.90 m) from Sunday afternoon.

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:
The next warning will be issued by 07:00 am EDT on Sunday 30 March 2025.

Latest River Heights:
Kingdon Ponds at Scone,3.10,Steady,12:31 AM SUN 30/03/25
Hunter River at Aberdeen,8.23,Rising,12:00 AM SUN 30/03/25
Hunter River at Muswellbrook,1.15,Steady,12:00 AM SUN 30/03/25
Hunter River at Denman,1.37,Rising,12:00 AM SUN 30/03/25
Goulburn River at Sandy Hollow,1.06,Steady,12:00 AM SUN 30/03/25
Hunter River at Liddell,5.30,Steady,12:15 AM SUN 30/03/25
Wollombi Brook at Bulga,0.94,Steady,12:00 AM SUN 30/03/25
Hunter River at Singleton,0.74,Steady,12:00 AM SUN 30/03/25
Hunter River at Greta,2.61,Rising,12:00 AM SUN 30/03/25
Hunter River at Maitland (Belmore Bridge),1.63,Rising,12:15 AM SUN 30/03/25
Hunter River at Raymond Terrace,1.36,Steady,12:15 AM 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.

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, New South Wales

Minor To Moderate Flood Warning For The Manning River And Final Flood Warning For The Gloucester River
Issued at 11:50 PM EDT on Saturday 29 March 2025
Flood Warning Number: 3

MODERATE FLOODING POSSIBLE AT TAREE FROM SUNDAY AFTERNOON
MINOR FLOODING LIKELY AT WINGHAM AND CROKI FROM EARLY SUNDAY MORNING
FLOODING NO LONGER OCCURRING AT GLOUCESTER
Moderate to heavy rainfall since Friday has caused river level rises across the Gloucester and Manning River catchments. A flood peak is now approaching Mt George. Moderate flooding is possible at Taree from Sunday afternoon and minor flooding is likely at Wingham and Croki from early Sunday morning as this flood peak travels downstream.
Flooding is no longer occurring along the Gloucester River at Gloucester, where river levels peaked with minor flooding during Saturday evening.

Gloucester River:
Flooding is no longer occurring along the Gloucester River at Gloucester.
The Gloucester River at Gloucester peaked at 4.50 metres around 06:00 pm Saturday evening, with minor flooding. The river is currently at 3.85 metres and falling, below the minor flood level (4.30 m).

Manning River:
Moderate flooding is possible along the Manning River.
The Manning River at Wingham is currently at 3.37 metres and rising, below the minor flood level (4.90 m).
The Manning River at Wingham is likely to exceed the minor flood level (4.90 m) around 02:00 am Sunday morning. The river level may reach around 7.50 metres late Sunday morning, with minor flooding. Further rises are possible.

The Manning River at Taree is currently at 1.13 metres and rising with the tide, below the minor flood level (1.80 m).
The Manning River at Taree is likely to exceed the minor flood level (1.80 m) late Sunday morning. The river level may reach the moderate flood level (2.40 m) Sunday afternoon. Further rises are possible.

The Manning River at Croki Wharf is currently at 1.02 metres and steady, below the minor flood level (1.50 m).
The Manning River at Croki Wharf is likely to exceed the minor flood level (1.50 m) Sunday morning. The river level may reach around 1.80 metres Sunday evening, with minor flooding. 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/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:
The next warning will be issued by 01:00 pm EDT on Sunday 30 March 2025.

Latest River Heights:
Gloucester River at Gloucester,3.85,Falling,11:00 PM SAT 29/03/25
Manning River at Mount George,6.10,Rising,11:15 PM SAT 29/03/25
Manning River at Killawarra Bridge,6.51,Rising,11:00 PM SAT 29/03/25
Manning River at Wingham,3.45,Rising,11:15 PM SAT 29/03/25
Manning River at Taree,1.16,Rising,11:15 PM SAT 29/03/25
Manning River at Croki Wharf,0.99,Falling,11:15 PM SAT 29/03/25
Manning River at Harrington,0.63,Falling,11:15 PM SAT 29/03/25

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

Moderate Flood Warning For The Peel River And Minor Flood Warning For The Namoi River
Issued at 11:23 PM EDT on Saturday 29 March 2025
Flood Warning Number: 2

MODERATE FLOODING LIKELY AT TAMWORTH LATE SATURDAY NIGHT
MINOR FLOODING POSSIBLE AT BUGILBONE, NARRABRI, AND WEE WAA FROM EARLY SUNDAY MORNING
Very heavy rainfall since Friday has caused river level rises across the Peel and Namoi River catchments. Along the Peel River, moderate flooding is possible at Tamworth. Further downstream along the Namoi River, locally intense falls have caused rapid river level rises and may cause minor flooding at Boggabri, Narrabri, and Wee Waa, with further rises possible.
This situation is being closely monitored and this warning will be updated as required.
Peak forecasts will be refined as upstream peaks are observed.

Peel River:
Moderate flooding is likely along the Peel River.
The Peel River at Tamworth Road Bridge is currently at 3.26 metres and rising, above the minor flood level (3.00 m).
The Peel River at Tamworth Road Bridge is likely to exceed the moderate flood level (4.20 m) around 11:30 pm Saturday. The river level may reach around 4.70 metres Sunday morning, with moderate flooding. Further rises are possible.

Namoi River:
Minor flooding is likely along the Namoi River.
The Namoi River at Boggabri is currently at 3.89 metres and rising, below the minor flood level (7.00 m).
The Namoi River at Boggabri is likely to reach the minor flood level (7.00 m) early Sunday morning. Further rises are possible.

The Narrabri Creek at Narrabri is currently at 4.26 metres and rising, below the minor flood level (4.90 m).
The Narrabri Creek at Narrabri may reach the minor flood level (4.90 m) early Sunday morning. Further rises are possible.

The Namoi River at Wee Waa (Glencoe) is currently at 3.72 metres and rising, below the minor flood level (5.30 m).
The Namoi River at Wee Waa (Glencoe) may reach the minor flood level (5.30 m) early Sunday morning. 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 06:00 am EDT on Sunday 30 March 2025.

Latest River Heights:
Goonoon Goonoo Creek at Goonoo Goonoo,1.26,Steady,10:39 PM SAT 29/03/25
Peel River at Piallamore,0.87,Steady,10:30 PM SAT 29/03/25
Cockburn River at Mulla Crossing,0.74,Steady,10:00 PM SAT 29/03/25
Peel River at Tamworth Road Bridge,3.26,Rising,10:30 PM SAT 29/03/25
Peel River at Carrol Gap,2.34,Falling,10:30 PM SAT 29/03/25
Namoi River at Manilla,1.34,Rising,10:30 PM SAT 29/03/25
Mooki River at Breeza Station,3.58,Rising,10:30 PM SAT 29/03/25
Namoi River at Gunnedah,0.68,Steady,10:30 PM SAT 29/03/25
Coxs Creek at Boggabri,7.40,Steady,10:30 PM SAT 29/03/25
Namoi River at Boggabri,3.89,Rising,10:30 PM SAT 29/03/25
Narrabri Creek at Narrabri,4.26,Rising,10:30 PM SAT 29/03/25
Namoi River at Wee Waa (Glencoe),3.72,Rising,10:30 PM SAT 29/03/25
Namoi River at Bugilbone,1.66,Steady,10:30 PM SAT 29/03/25
Namoi River at Goangra,2.31,Steady,10:30 PM SAT 29/03/25

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

Coastal Hazard Warning
for DAMAGING SURF

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

Issued at 11:03 pm Saturday, 29 March 2025.


Damaging Surf to develop along parts of the New South Wales coast during Sunday afternoon and evening and intensify further during Monday.

Weather Situation
A low pressure system is forecast to develop off the southeast NSW coast during Saturday evening and deepen during Sunday as it moves offshore into the southern Tasman Sea. Strong to gale-force southeast to southerly winds around the low will generate 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 Seal Rocks from Sunday afternoon and evening, becoming more likely during Monday.
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.
A Severe Weather Warning for Damaging Winds and Heavy Rainfall is also current.
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 am AEDT Sunday.
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 Hunter, Metropolitan, Illawarra, South Coast and Mid North Coast Forecast Districts.

Issued at 11:03 pm Saturday, 29 March 2025.


Damaging Surf to develop along parts of the New South Wales coast during Sunday afternoon and evening and intensify further during Monday.

Weather Situation
A low pressure system is forecast to develop off the southeast NSW coast during Saturday evening and deepen during Sunday as it moves offshore into the southern Tasman Sea. Strong to gale-force southeast to southerly winds around the low will generate 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 Seal Rocks from Sunday afternoon and evening, becoming more likely during Monday.
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.
A Severe Weather Warning for Damaging Winds and Heavy Rainfall is also current.
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 am AEDT Sunday.
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

TOP PRIORITY FOR IMMEDIATE BROADCAST

Severe Weather Warning
for Damaging Winds And Heavy Rainfall

for parts of Metropolitan, Illawarra, South Coast, Southern Tablelands, Snowy Mountains, Hunter and South West Slopes Forecast Districts.

Issued at 10:54 pm Saturday, 29 March 2025.

Damaging wind gusts and possible heavy rainfall about parts of southeast and central eastern NSW overnight into Sunday.

Weather Situation
An upper trough is moving through eastern parts of New South Wales and will aid in the development of a low pressure system off the Illawarra coast overnight and Sunday morning. This low will generate strong winds and a small risk of heavy rainfall over its southern and western portions, affecting the southern and central coast and adjacent inland. The low is then forecast to move further offshore later Sunday, with conditions easing.
DAMAGING WINDS and HEAVY RAINFALL for the following areas:
Hunter, Metropolitan, Illawarra, South Coast, Southern Tablelands, South West Slopes and Snowy Mountains
For the COASTAL DISTRICTS AND ADJACENT COASTAL RANGES:
Strong south to southwesterly winds averaging 60 to 65 km/h with DAMAGING WIND GUSTS around 90 km/h are possible about the coastal fringe of the South Coast and Illawarra districts between Narooma and Bellambi, extending along the Sydney coastal fringe early Sunday morning, and the Central Coast during Sunday plus eastern parts of the Southern Tablelands.
Winds are expected to ease along South Coast during Sunday, below warning threshold south of Batemans Bay during Sunday morning.
A small risk of HEAVY RAINFALL which may lead to FLASH FLOODING will remain over northern parts of the South Coast and southern Illawarra districts for the next few hours. Three-hourly rainfall totals between 40 to 50 mm are possible, with potential isolated falls around 80 mm. The heavy rainfall risk will end early Sunday morning.
Locations which may be affected include Sydney, Wollongong, Nowra, Batemans Bay, Braidwood, Moruya Heads, Kiama, Huskisson, Ulladulla, Narooma, Araluen and Nerriga.
For the SNOWY MOUNTAINS:
Strong southeasterly winds averaging 50 to 60 km/h with DAMAGING WIND GUSTS around 100 km/h are possible for parts of the Snowy Mountains during Saturday evening, then forecast to ease during Sunday morning.
Locations which may be affected include Sydney, Wollongong, Nowra, Batemans Bay, Braidwood and Moruya Heads.
For the SNOWY MOUNTAINS:
Strong southeasterly winds averaging 50 to 60 km/h with DAMAGING WIND GUSTS around 100 km/h are possible for parts of the Snowy Mountains during Saturday evening, then forecast to ease during Sunday morning.
Locations which may be affected include Cabramurra and Selwyn.
A 93 km/h wind gust was recorded at Kiama (Bombo Headland) at 10:44 pm
A 93 km/h wind gust was recorded at Point Perpendicular at 10:21 pm
A COASTAL HAZARDS warning is current for parts of the NSW coast. FLOOD WATCHES and WARNINGS are also in place for many NSW catchments. For details, visit http://www.bom.gov.au/nsw/warnings/.

The State Emergency Service advises that people should:
* Don't drive, ride or walk through flood water.
* Keep clear of creeks and storm drains.
* If you are trapped by flash flooding, seek refuge in the highest available place and ring 000 if you need rescue.
* Be aware that run-off from rainfall in fire affected areas may behave differently and be more rapid. It may also contain debris such as ash, soil, trees and rocks.
* After bushfires, heavy rain and the loss of foliage can make the ground soft and heavy, leading to a greater chance of landslides.
* Move vehicles under cover or away from trees.
* Secure or put away loose items around your house, yard and balcony.
* Keep at least 8 metres away from fallen power lines or objects that may be energised, such as fences.
* Trees that have been damaged by fire are likely to be more unstable and more likely to fall.
* Report fallen power lines to either Ausgrid (131 388), Endeavour Energy (131 003), Essential Energy (132 080) or Evoenergy (131 093) as shown on your power bill.
* Stay vigilant and monitor conditions. Note that the landscape may have changed following bushfires.
* For emergency help in floods and storms, ring your local SES Unit on 132 500.

The next Severe Weather Warning will be issued by 5:00 am AEDT Sunday.
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

TOP PRIORITY FOR IMMEDIATE BROADCAST

Severe Weather Warning
for Damaging Winds And Heavy Rainfall

for parts of Metropolitan, Illawarra, South Coast, Southern Tablelands, Snowy Mountains, Hunter and South West Slopes Forecast Districts.

Issued at 10:54 pm Saturday, 29 March 2025.

Damaging wind gusts and possible heavy rainfall about parts of southeast and central eastern NSW overnight into Sunday.

Weather Situation
An upper trough is moving through eastern parts of New South Wales and will aid in the development of a low pressure system off the Illawarra coast overnight and Sunday morning. This low will generate strong winds and a small risk of heavy rainfall over its southern and western portions, affecting the southern and central coast and adjacent inland. The low is then forecast to move further offshore later Sunday, with conditions easing.
DAMAGING WINDS and HEAVY RAINFALL for the following areas:
Hunter, Metropolitan, Illawarra, South Coast, Southern Tablelands, South West Slopes and Snowy Mountains
For the COASTAL DISTRICTS AND ADJACENT COASTAL RANGES:
Strong south to southwesterly winds averaging 60 to 65 km/h with DAMAGING WIND GUSTS around 90 km/h are possible about the coastal fringe of the South Coast and Illawarra districts between Narooma and Bellambi, extending along the Sydney coastal fringe early Sunday morning, and the Central Coast during Sunday plus eastern parts of the Southern Tablelands.
Winds are expected to ease along South Coast during Sunday, below warning threshold south of Batemans Bay during Sunday morning.
A small risk of HEAVY RAINFALL which may lead to FLASH FLOODING will remain over northern parts of the South Coast and southern Illawarra districts for the next few hours. Three-hourly rainfall totals between 40 to 50 mm are possible, with potential isolated falls around 80 mm. The heavy rainfall risk will end early Sunday morning.
Locations which may be affected include Sydney, Wollongong, Nowra, Batemans Bay, Braidwood, Moruya Heads, Kiama, Huskisson, Ulladulla, Narooma, Araluen and Nerriga.
For the SNOWY MOUNTAINS:
Strong southeasterly winds averaging 50 to 60 km/h with DAMAGING WIND GUSTS around 100 km/h are possible for parts of the Snowy Mountains during Saturday evening, then forecast to ease during Sunday morning.
Locations which may be affected include Sydney, Wollongong, Nowra, Batemans Bay, Braidwood and Moruya Heads.
For the SNOWY MOUNTAINS:
Strong southeasterly winds averaging 50 to 60 km/h with DAMAGING WIND GUSTS around 100 km/h are possible for parts of the Snowy Mountains during Saturday evening, then forecast to ease during Sunday morning.
Locations which may be affected include Cabramurra and Selwyn.
A 93 km/h wind gust was recorded at Kiama (Bombo Headland) at 10:44 pm
A 93 km/h wind gust was recorded at Point Perpendicular at 10:21 pm
A COASTAL HAZARDS warning is current for parts of the NSW coast. FLOOD WATCHES and WARNINGS are also in place for many NSW catchments. For details, visit http://www.bom.gov.au/nsw/warnings/.

The State Emergency Service advises that people should:
* Don't drive, ride or walk through flood water.
* Keep clear of creeks and storm drains.
* If you are trapped by flash flooding, seek refuge in the highest available place and ring 000 if you need rescue.
* Be aware that run-off from rainfall in fire affected areas may behave differently and be more rapid. It may also contain debris such as ash, soil, trees and rocks.
* After bushfires, heavy rain and the loss of foliage can make the ground soft and heavy, leading to a greater chance of landslides.
* Move vehicles under cover or away from trees.
* Secure or put away loose items around your house, yard and balcony.
* Keep at least 8 metres away from fallen power lines or objects that may be energised, such as fences.
* Trees that have been damaged by fire are likely to be more unstable and more likely to fall.
* Report fallen power lines to either Ausgrid (131 388), Endeavour Energy (131 003), Essential Energy (132 080) or Evoenergy (131 093) as shown on your power bill.
* Stay vigilant and monitor conditions. Note that the landscape may have changed following bushfires.
* For emergency help in floods and storms, ring your local SES Unit on 132 500.

The next Severe Weather Warning will be issued by 5:00 am AEDT Sunday.
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

Warning to Sheep Graziers

for Illawarra, South Coast, Southern Tablelands, Snowy Mountains and Australian Capital Territory forecast districts

Issued at 10:41 PM EDT on Saturday 29 March 2025

Warning to Sheep Graziers for the following areas:
Illawarra, South Coast, Southern Tablelands, Snowy Mountains and Australian Capital Territory forecast districts
Sheep graziers are warned that cold temperatures, heavy rain and showers and southerly winds are expected during Saturday and Sunday. Areas likely to be affected include the Snowy Mountains forecast district and parts of the Illawarra, South Coast, Southern Tablelands and Australian Capital Territory forecast districts. There is a risk of losses of lambs and sheep exposed to these conditions.
Cancellation of Warning to Sheep Graziers for the following areas:
Mid North Coast, Hunter, Northern Tablelands, Central Tablelands, North West Slopes & Plains, Central West Slopes & Plains, South West Slopes and Upper Western forecast districts
The Warning to Sheep Graziers for the Mid North Coast, Hunter, Northern Tablelands, Central Tablelands, North West Slopes & Plains, Central West Slopes & Plains, South West Slopes and Upper Western forecast districts has been cancelled.

The next warning will be issued by 5:00 am EDT Sunday.

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
New South Wales

Marine Wind Warning Summary for New South Wales

Issued at 10:01 PM EDT on Saturday 29 March 2025
for the period until midnight EDT Sunday 30 March 2025

Wind Warnings for Saturday 29 March
Gale Warning for the following areas:
Byron Coast, Coffs Coast, Macquarie Coast, Hunter Coast, Sydney Coast, Illawarra Coast and Batemans Coast
Strong Wind Warning for the following areas:
Eden Coast

Wind Warnings for Sunday 30 March
Gale Warning for the following areas:
Sydney Enclosed Waters, Hunter Coast, Sydney Coast, Illawarra Coast, Batemans Coast and Eden Coast
Strong Wind Warning for the following areas:
Byron Coast, Coffs Coast and Macquarie Coast

The next marine wind warning summary will be issued by 4:10 am EDT Sunday.
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Waters Forecast at http://www.bom.gov.au/nsw/forecasts/map.shtml for information on wind,
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Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, New South Wales

Initial Minor Flood Warning For The Williams River
Issued at 06:48 PM EDT on Saturday 29 March 2025
Flood Warning Number: 1

MINOR FLOOD PEAK IS LIKELY AT DUNGOG SATURDAY EVENING
MILL DAM FALLS MAY PEAK AROUND THE MINOR FLOOD LEVEL OVERNIGHT SATURDAY INTO SUNDAY
Recent rainfall across the Paterson and Williams catchment has led to rapid river level rises and minor flooding.

Williams River:
Minor flooding is occurring along the Williams River.
The Williams River at Dungog is currently at 5.18 metres and rising, above the minor flood level (4.90 m).
The Williams River at Dungog may peak near 5.30 metres Saturday evening.

The Williams River at Mill Dam Falls is currently at 4.48 metres and rising, below the minor flood level (6.10 m).
The Williams River at Mill Dam Falls may peak around the minor flood level (6.10 m) overnight Saturday into Sunday.

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:
The next warning will be issued by 10:00 am EDT on Sunday 30 March 2025.

Latest River Heights:
Williams River at Dungog,5.18,Rising,06:15 PM SAT 29/03/25
Williams River at Mill Dam Falls,4.48,Rising,06:00 PM SAT 29/03/25
Allyn River at Halton,2.73,Falling,06:15 PM SAT 29/03/25
Paterson River at Gostwyck Bridge,7.81,Rising,06:30 PM SAT 29/03/25

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

Hazardous Surf Warning for New South Wales

Issued at 04:52 PM EDT on Saturday 29 March 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.

Warnings for Sunday 30 March

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

Warnings for Monday 31 March

Hazardous Surf Warning for the following areas:
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 am EDT Sunday.
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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
This Flood Watch provides early advice of possible flooding within the specified catchments.

Flood Watch For Parts Of The Northern Rivers, Mid North Coast And North West Slopes In New South Wales
Issued at 02:30 PM EDT on Saturday 29 March 2025
Flood Watch Number: 3
MINOR FLOODING POSSIBLE IN PARTS OF THE NORTHERN RIVERS, MID NORTH COAST AND NORTH WEST SLOPES FROM SATURDAY EVENING

A high pressure system over the southern Tasman Sea is combining with a trough over western Queensland and northwestern New South Wales to bring a moist easterly flow across the state. The trough and its associated low will gradually move southeast and reach the Tasman Sea later today, where the low is forecast to deepen and then linger over the southern Tasman Sea into early next week.
Coastal catchments in the Flood Watch area are wet. Inland catchments are relatively dry.
Moderate to heavy rainfall is forecast across the Flood Watch area for the remainder of Saturday with locally heavy rainfall possible. Localised river level rises, and flash flooding are likely within the areas of heaviest rainfall.
This weather system has the potential to cause minor flooding in the Flood Watch area from Saturday evening. Flood Classes (minor, moderate, major) are only defined for catchments where the Bureau provides a flood warning service.

Catchments likely to be affected include:
Tweed and Rous Rivers
Brunswick River and Marshalls Creek
Richmond River
Clarence River
Orara River
Macleay River
Goulburn and Upper Hunter Rivers
Paterson and Williams Rivers
Upper Macintyre River
Gwydir River
Macintyre River
Peel River
Namoi River
Castlereagh River

Flood warnings are current for the following catchments: Tweed, Wilsons, Richmond, Bellinger, Hastings, Manning, Culgoa Birrie, Bokhara, Paroo and Warrego

For the latest flood and weather warnings see www.bom.gov.au/nsw/warnings/
For the latest rainfall and weather forecasts see www.bom.gov.au/australia/meteye/
For the latest rainfall and river level information see www.bom.gov.au/nsw/flood

Flood Safety Advice:
FloodSafe advice is available at www.ses.nsw.gov.au
For emergency assistance call the SES on telephone number 132 500
For life threatening emergencies, call 000 immediately
This Flood Watch means that people living or working along rivers and streams must monitor the latest weather forecasts and warnings and be ready to move to higher ground should flooding develop.
Flood Warnings will be issued if Minor Flood Level is expected to be exceeded at key sites along the main rivers for which the Bureau of Meteorology provides a flood warning service.
Severe Weather Warnings will be issued or updated if very heavy rain is forecast or observed.
For more information on the Flood Watch Service: http://www.bom.gov.au/water/floods/floodWarningServices.shtml}

Next issue:
The next Flood Watch will be issued by 02:30 pm EDT on Sunday 30 March 2025.