Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, National Water Operations Minor Flood Warning For The Georgina River Issued at 02:26 PM AEST on Wednesday 31 December 2025 Flood Warning Number: 3 MINOR FLOODING POSSIBLE AT MARION DOWNS FROM LATE THIS WEEK Rainfall over the past week has caused river level rises and flooding along the upper Georgina River and its tributaries upstream of Marion Downs. Further rainfall is possible for the next few days, which may cause renewed rises and higher river levels. The situation is being closely monitored, and this warning will be updated as required. Georgina River to Marion Downs: Minor flooding is possible along the Georgina River to Marion Downs. The Georgina River at Marion Downs is currently at 2.35 m and relatively steady, below the minor flood level (3.00 m). The Georgina River at Marion Downs may reach around the minor flood level during Friday 2 January. 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 04:00 PM AEST on Thursday 01 January 2026. Latest River Heights: Georgina River at Roxborough Downs Tm,3.58,steady,1:00 pm Wed 31/12/25 Burke River at Boulia,2.66,rising,1:00 pm Wed 31/12/25 Georgina River at Marion Downs,2.35,steady,7:00 am Wed 31/12/25 Eyre Creek at Bedourie,3.05,steady,9:00 am Wed 31/12/25 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.