Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, National Water Operations Major Flood Warning For The Georgina River And Eyre Creek Issued at 02:03 PM AEST on Thursday 05 March 2026 Flood Warning Number: 50 MAJOR FLOODING OCCURRING AT BEDOURIE AND GLENGYLE MAJOR FLOODING OCCURRING AT MARION DOWNS WITH FURTHER RISES AND A SIGNIFICANT MAJOR FLOOD PEAK EXPECTED FROM FRIDAY Heavy rainfall was observed across the Georgina River and Eyre Creek catchments last week, leading to significant river level rises. The main flood peak is approaching Marion Downs, while major flooding continues upstream at Roxborough and Glenormiston. At Marion Downs, a significant major flood peak is expected from Friday as upstream floodwaters continue to arrive. 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. Additional 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 occurring at Marion Downs, Roxborough Downs and Glenormiston. The Georgina River at Marion Downs is currently at 5.67 m and rising, with major flooding. Further rises are expected along the Georgina River at Marion Downs over the coming days, with a significant major flood peak expected to arrive from Friday. 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 5.05 m and falling, 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. 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 Friday 06 March 2026. Latest River Heights: Georgina River at Roxborough Downs Tm,8.87,steady,1:00 pm Thu 05/03/26 Georgina River at Glenormiston,7.80,steady,9:00 am Thu 05/03/26 Burke River at Boulia,2.08,steady,1:00 pm Thu 05/03/26 Georgina River at Marion Downs,5.67,rising,5:40 am Thu 05/03/26 Eyre Creek at Bedourie,5.05,falling,9:00 am Thu 05/03/26 King Creek at Cluny,4.40,steady,9:00 am Thu 05/03/26 Eyre Creek at Glengyle,4.00,steady,9:00 am Thu 05/03/26 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.