Australian Weather Warnings

V28000
Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Victoria

Severe Weather Warning
for damaging winds
for people in the South West, North Central and Central forecast districts.

Issued at 3:38 pm EDT on Saturday 4 February 2012.

Weather Situation
Northerly flow will strengthen during Sunday ahead of a low pressure trough,
expected to move eastwards across western Victoria during the morning and early
afternoon, and eastern Victoria during the afternoon and evening. Winds will
shift gusty west to southwesterly to the west of the trough.

Damaging winds averaging 50 km/h with peak gusts around 90 km/h are forecast
for parts of the South West, North Central and Central forecast districts from
late Sunday morning.

The State Emergency Service advises that people should:
- Move vehicles under cover or away from trees.
- Secure or put away loose items around your house, yard and balcony.
- Keep clear of fallen power lines.

The next warning will be issued by 11:00 pm EDT Saturday.

This warning is also available through TV and Radio broadcasts; the Bureau's
website at www.bom.gov.au or call 1300-659-217*.

The Bureau and State Emergency Service would appreciate this warning being
broadcast regularly.

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Q20825

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Queensland

FLOOD WARNING FOR BUNGIL CREEK AND THE MARANOA AND BALONNE RIVERS
Issued at 2:16 PM on Saturday the 4th of February 2012
by the Bureau of Meteorology, Brisbane.

Major flooding is easing along Bungil Creek at Roma during Saturday morning.
Major flood levels will remain high on the Maranoa River at Mitchell during
Saturday. Major flooding remains at a peak downstream at Woodlands. Major flood
levels will remain high on the Balonne River at Surat as floodwaters from Bungil
Creek arrive.

At St George, river levels are expected to exceed the March 2010 level of 13.4
metres on Tuesday and Wednesday.

BUNGIL CREEK:
Major flooding is easing along Bungil Creek between Tindarra and Roma. The level
at Roma at midday Saturday was 7.4 metres and falling. Fast rises and major
flooding is occurring downstream at Garrabarra, with a peak expected during
Saturday.

MARANOA RIVER:
A second and smaller flood peak at Currawong of 10.7 metres was recorded at
10.30am Saturday, with levels currently easing slowly.

Major flooding at Mitchell remains high during Saturday afternoon. At midday
Saturday, the level at Mitchel (manual gauge) was 9.7 metres and reported as
near a peak.

Major flooding is easing downstream at Springfield with the main flood peak now
in the Woodlands area. Major flooding at Woodlands was steady at 7.8 metres at
midday. Fast river rises and major flooding will extend downstream to Old
Cashmere during the the weekend.

BALONNE RIVER:
Renewed rises are occurring at Surat and floodwaters from Bungil Creek will
maintain major flood levels for the next few days. The main flood peak is
currently in the Weribone area, where the river has remained steady at 13.08
metres since 10am.

Major flooding continues to rise at St George, where at 9am the level was at
11.39 metres and rising. River levels are expected to exceed the March 2010 peak
of 13.4 metres on Tuesday and Wednesday.

Downstream of St George, major flood levels are expected at all locations during
next week.

Predicted River Heights/Flows:
Maranoa River at:

Mitchell Levels remain high during Saturday.

Balonne River at:

Surat Major flood levels to remain high near 10 metres for the next
few days.
St George Exceed 13.4 metres (Mar 2010 flood) on Tuesday and Wednesday.
Dirranbandi Remain over 5 metres during next week.

Forecasts and timing will be revised as upstream peaks are observed.

Weather Forecast:
For weather forecasts see www.bom.gov.au/qld/forecasts .

Next Issue:
The next warning will be issued at about 6pm Saturday.

Latest River Heights:
Balonne R at Warkon 5.07m falling slowly 09:00 AM SAT 04/02/12
Yuleba Ck at Yuleba Forestry * 5.39m rising 12:00 PM SAT 04/02/12
Balonne R at Surat * (auto) 9.71m rising 11:40 AM SAT 04/02/12
Balonne R at Surat (manual) 9.9m steady 12:00 PM SAT 04/02/12
Bungil Ck at Roma 7.4m falling 12:00 PM SAT 04/02/12
Balonne R at Weribone * 13.08m steady 12:00 PM SAT 04/02/12
Balonne R at Warroo 13.35m rising 12:00 PM SAT 04/02/12
Maranoa R at Currawong 10.65m steady 01:00 PM SAT 04/02/12
Maranoa R at Mitchell 9.7m at peak 12:00 PM SAT 04/02/12
Maranoa R at Springfield 10.81m falling slowly 12:30 PM SAT 04/02/12
Maranoa R at Woodlands 7.8m steady 12:00 PM SAT 04/02/12
Maranoa R at Old Cashmere * 5.85m steady 12:00 PM SAT 04/02/12
Balonne R at St George (manual) 11.28m steady 06:00 AM SAT 04/02/12
Balonne R at St George * (auto) 11.15m rising 12:00 PM SAT 04/02/12
Balonne R at Whyenbah 7.75m rising 09:00 AM SAT 04/02/12
Culgoa R at Whyenbah * 6.44m steady 12:00 PM SAT 04/02/12
Culgoa R at Woolerbilla * 5.88m steady 12:00 PM SAT 04/02/12
Briarie Ck Hebel-Woolerbilla Rd * 3.57m steady 11:20 AM SAT 04/02/12
Balonne R Minor at Dirranbandi 5.05m rising slowly 09:00 AM SAT 04/02/12
Narran R at Dirranbandi-Hebel Rd * 4.72m steady 11:50 AM SAT 04/02/12
Ballandool R at Hebel-Bollon Rd * 3.2m rising 11:50 AM SAT 04/02/12
Bokhara R at Hebel * 1.19m rising 11:00 AM SAT 04/02/12

* denotes automatic station.

Warnings and River Height Bulletins are available at www.bom.gov.au/qld/flood/ .
Flood Warnings are also available on telephone 1300 659 219 at a low call cost
of 27.5 cents, more from mobile, public and satellite phones.

Q20700

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Queensland

FLOOD WARNING FOR COASTAL AND ADJACENT INLAND CATCHMENTS FROM TOWNSVILLE TO
CAIRNS
Issued at 2:12 PM on Saturday the 4th of February 2012
by the Bureau of Meteorology, Brisbane.

The heavy rainfall that affected the Townsville area overnight Friday and during
Saturday morning is moving slowly northwards towards Cairns. Minor flooding is
easing in the Townsville area. Localised minor flooding is occurring in the
Lower Herbert River and in the Tully and Murray Rivers.

Further rainfall during Saturday afternoon in the Ingham and Tully areas may
lead to higher levels.

LOWER HERBERT RIVER:
Minor flood levels are rising at Abergowrie. River rises are extending
downstream to Ingham and Halifax. Minor flood levels at Halifax may reach
moderate flood levels later on Saturday.

TULLY AND MURRAY RIVERS:
Levels continue to ease in the upper Murray River, with minor flood levels
expected downstream at Murray Flats during Saturday afternoon and evening. Minor
flood levels are rising on the Tully River at Euramo, though moderate flood
levels are not expected.

Weather Forecast:
For the latest weather forecasts see www.bom.gov.au/qld/forecasts/

Next Issue:
The next warning will be issued at about 7pm Saturday.

Warnings and River Height Bulletins are available at www.bom.gov.au/qld/flood .
Flood Warnings are also available on telephone 1300 659 219 at a low call cost
of 27.5 cents, more from mobile, public and satellite phones.

Q20845

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Queensland

PRIORITY
FLOOD WARNING FOR THE WARREGO RIVER
Issued at 2:03 PM on Saturday the 4th of February 2012
by the Bureau of Meteorology, Brisbane.

At 1pm Saturday, Charleville was 7.77 metres which is about the level of the
levee. It is expected to remain around this level during this afternoon and
tonight. Further rises are possible at Charleville later in the weekend,
depending on possible rises at upstream stations.

WARREGO RIVER TO CHARLEVILLE:
Major flooding is easing on Hoganthulla Creek at Wetlands. Major flooding in the
Warrego River at Lochinvar continues to rise. Major flood levels remain steady
downstream on the Warrego River at Augathella, where at 1:40pm Saturday the
river was steady at about 6.61 metres. Further rises are possible during
Saturday or Sunday but should remain below the April 1990 flood level of 7.3
metres.

Moderate flood levels are easing on the Nive River at Drensmaine. Major flood
levels continue to slowly ease at Biddenham, where at 1:30pm the level was 6.58
metres.

Major flood levels at The 27 Mile Garden are slowly easing, where at 1:30pm the
level was 5.82 metres. The January 1997 flood peak was 5.8 metres.

At 1pm Saturday, Charleville was 7.77 metres which is about the level of the
levee. Further small rises are expected to continue with a peak expected during
Saturday afternoon. Further rises are possible at Charleville later in the
weekend, depending on possible rises at upstream stations.

WARD AND LANGLO RIVERS:
Moderate flooding continues to ease in the Langlo River between Mount Morris and
Warilda. Major flooding is rising on the Ward River between Oakpark and
Binnowee.

ANGELLALA CREEK:
Major flooding is expected to be occurring at Authoringa during Saturday.

WARREGO RIVER DOWNSTREAM OF CHARLEVILLE:
Major flood levels continue to rise at Bakers Bend, with major flood levels
expected downstream to the NSW border during the next 7 days. Predictions will
be made once peaks are observed upstream.

Predicted River Heights/Flows:
WARREGO RIVER:

Augathella: Remains steady with possible further rises to 7 metres during
Saturday/Sunday.

Charleville: Further small rises expected during the next few hours.

Further rises are possible at Charleville later in the
weekend, depending on possible rises at upstream stations.

Cunnamulla Bridge: Reach 10 metres on Thursday or Friday.

Weather Forecast:
For weather forecasts see: www.bom.gov.au/qld/forecasts/

Next Issue:
The next warning will be issued at about 6pm Saturday.

Latest River Heights:
Warrego R at Lochinvar 7.6m steady 12:00 PM SAT 04/02/12
Hoganthulla Ck at Wetlands 4.8m falling slowly 07:00 AM SAT 04/02/12
Warrego R at Augathella * 6.61m steady 01:40 PM SAT 04/02/12
Nive R at Drensmaine 5.3m falling 09:00 AM SAT 04/02/12
Nive R at Biddenham * 6.59m falling 12:40 PM SAT 04/02/12
Warrego R at The 27 Mile Garden * 5.84m falling 12:10 PM SAT 04/02/12
Bradley Ck at Raceview * 0.03m steady 12:00 PM SAT 04/02/12
Warrego R at Charleville 7.67m rising 07:15 AM SAT 04/02/12
Warrego R at Charleville * 7.76m steady 12:20 PM SAT 04/02/12
Bradleys Gully at Charleville 0.07m falling 05:00 AM SAT 04/02/12

Langlo R at Mt Morris 4.5m falling 10:00 AM SAT 04/02/12
Langlo R at Warilda 4.1m falling slowly 09:00 AM SAT 04/02/12
Ward R at Oakpark 7m steady 05:15 AM SAT 04/02/12
Ward R at Binnowee * 7.35m rising 12:30 PM SAT 04/02/12
Angellala Ck at Authoringa 7.2m rising 06:00 PM FRI 03/02/12
Warrego R at Bakers Bend * 9.42m rising 12:40 PM SAT 04/02/12
Warrego R at Wyandra * 7.19m steady 12:00 PM SAT 04/02/12
Warrego R at Wallen 7.15m rising 11:00 AM SAT 04/02/12
Warrego R at Wallen * 7.58m rising 12:00 PM SAT 04/02/12
Warrego R at Cunnamulla Br 7.6m rising 06:00 AM SAT 04/02/12
Warrego R at Cunnamulla Weir * 7.35m steady 12:30 PM SAT 04/02/12
Warrego R at Rocky 4.47m falling slowly 09:00 AM SAT 04/02/12
Warrego R at Barringun No.2 3.24m steady 01:15 PM SAT 04/02/12

* from automatic station

Warnings and River Height Bulletins are available at www.bom.gov.au/qld/flood/ .
Flood Warnings are also available on telephone 1300 659 219 at a low call cost
of 27.5 cents, more from mobile, public and satellite phones.

Q20032
Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Queensland

TOP PRIORITY FOR IMMEDIATE BROADCAST
SEVERE WEATHER WARNING
for Damaging Winds
For people in parts of the North Tropical Coast and Tablelands district.
Issued at 1:55 pm on Saturday 4 February 2012

Synoptic Situation: At 10am EST, a tropical low was situated approximately 440
kilometres east of Cairns and moving in an east to southeasterly direction at 6
kilometres per hour. The low is expected to continue moving in this direction
away from the Queensland coast.

Isolated areas of damaging winds with gusts above 90km/hr are occurring in parts
of the North Tropical Coast and Tablelands district, particularly on and east of
the ranges. Locations which may be affected include Babinda, Gordonvale,
Redlynch Valley and Smithfield. These conditions are expected to ease by this
evening.

Various reports of trees being uprooted have been reported in Babinda, Redlynch
Valley, Mossman, Tully and the northern beaches of Cairns this morning.

Emergency Management Queensland advises that people should:

* Move your car under cover or away from trees.
* Secure loose outdoor items.
* Seek shelter, preferably indoors and never under trees.
* Beware of fallen trees and powerlines.
* For emergency assistance contact the SES on 132 500.

The next warning is due to be issued by 5pm EST Saturday

Warnings are also available through TV and Radio broadcasts, the Bureau's
website at www.bom.gov.au or call 1300 659 219. The Bureau and Emergency
Management Queensland would appreciate warnings being broadcast regularly.

Q20860

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Queensland

FLOOD WARNING FOR THE BARCOO AND THOMSON RIVERS AND THE COOPER CREEK
Issued at 12:44 PM on Saturday the 4th of February 2012
by the Bureau of Meteorology, Brisbane.

Moderate to major flooding is occurring across the upper Barcoo River catchment,
and extending downstream to Isisford. Minor to moderate flooding is rising in
the Landsborough River and in the Thomson River above Longreach. Renewed rises
and moderate flooding is possible at Longreach during this weekend. Minor flood
levels are rising slowly on the Cooper Creek at Windorah, with moderate to major
flooding expected later next week.

BARCOO RIVER AND COOPER CREEK:
Minor to moderate flooding is easing in the upper Barcoo catchment at Tambo,
Gillespie and Glencoe. Major flooding is rising in the Jordan River at Jericho,
and in the Barcoo River at Blackall and through to Isisford. Moderate flood
levels are rising at Oma, with major flooding expected further downstream to
Retreat during next week.

LANDSBOROUGH AND THOMSON RIVER:
Moderate flood levels are rising along the Landsborough River at Muttaburra.
Minor flood levels are rising along the Thomson River at Camoola Park. Minor
flood levels are easing at Longreach, with further renewed rises and moderate
flooding possible over the weekend.

COOPER CREEK:
Minor flooding is rising at Windorah, with moderate to major flood levels
expected later next week.

Predicted River Heights/Flows:
Barcoo River at:
Blackall Major flooding during this weekend.

Thomson River at:
Longreach Renewed rises to exceed 4.3 metres (moderate flood) are
possible over the weekend.

Further predictions will be made once more data becomes available.

Weather Forecast:
For weather forecasts see: www.bom.gov.au/qld/forecasts/ .

Next Issue:
The next warning will be issued at about midday Sunday.

Latest River Heights:
Cornish Ck at Bowen Downs * 4.5m steady 10:00 AM SAT 04/02/12
Landsborough R at Muttaburra 5.55m rising 10:00 AM SAT 04/02/12
Thomson R at Camoola Park 3.1m rising slowly 06:00 AM SAT 04/02/12
Thomson R at Longreach auto * 3.84m falling 11:00 AM SAT 04/02/12
Darr R at Darr Auto * 3.75m rising 11:00 AM SAT 04/02/12
Thomson R at Bogewong NA
Thomson R Stonehenge (West) * 2.62m rising 10:00 AM SAT 04/02/12
Thomson R at Jundah 1.83m steady 02:00 PM FRI 03/02/12

Barcoo R at Tambo 3.2m falling slowly 09:00 AM SAT 04/02/12
Barcoo R at Gillespie 7.35m falling 09:00 AM SAT 04/02/12
Barcoo R at Duneira 3.65m rising slowly 09:00 AM SAT 04/02/12
Barcoo R at Blackall NA
Barcoo R at Blackall * 6.62m rising 11:00 AM SAT 04/02/12
Barcoo R at Coolagh 6.15m rising 12:00 PM SAT 04/02/12
Jordan R at Glencoe 2.3m falling slowly 12:00 PM SAT 04/02/12
Jordan R at Jericho 3.2m rising slowly 06:00 AM SAT 04/02/12
Alice R at Barcaldine NA
Barcoo R at Isisford 6.09m rising 12:00 PM SAT 04/02/12
Barcoo R at Oma 5.42m rising 06:00 AM SAT 04/02/12
Barcoo R at Wahroongha NA
Barcoo R at Glenlock 2.55m rising slowly 06:00 AM SAT 04/02/12
Barcoo R at Retreat Auto * 2.88m steady 10:00 AM SAT 04/02/12

Cooper Ck at Windorah 3m rising slowly 06:00 AM SAT 04/02/12
Cooper Ck at Durham Downs NA
Cooper Ck at Nappa Merrie * 1.34m steady 10:00 AM SAT 04/02/12

* denotes automatic station.

Warnings and River Height Bulletins are available at www.bom.gov.au/qld/flood/ .
Flood Warnings are also available on telephone 1300 659 219 at a low call cost
of 27.5 cents, more from mobile, public and satellite phones.

N36623
Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
New South Wales

FINAL MINOR FLOOD WARNING FOR THE CASTLEREAGH RIVER AT MENDOORAN AND DOWNSTREAM
Issued at 12:16 pm EDT on Saturday 4 February 2012
Flood Warning Number: 6

River levels at Warrana Creek peaking at 3.5 metres this morning which means
that Coonamble will peak below its moderate flood level.

Minor flooding is continuing at Mendooran where the river will drop below minor
flood level during Saturday afternoon.

The Castlereagh River at Gilgandra peaked at 3.85 metres at 11am Saturday
morning and is now falling. This is well below minor flood level.

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.

Weather Forecast:
For the latest weather forecast see www.bom.gov.au/nsw/forecasts/

Next Issue:
This will be the final warning for this event.

Latest River Heights:
Castlereagh R at Mendooran 3.72m falling 12:00 PM SAT 04/02/12
Castlereagh R at Gilgandra 3.8m falling 12:00 PM SAT 04/02/12
Castlereagh R at Coonamble 1.7m steady 11:00 AM SAT 04/02/12
Warrana Ck 3.5 m steady at peak 11:00 AM SAT 04/02/12

For latest rainfall and river level information see www.bom.gov.au/nsw/flood/

Q20835



Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology

Queensland



FLOOD WARNING FOR THE WEIR AND MACINTYRE RIVERS

Issued at 12:03 PM on Saturday the 4th of February 2012

by the Bureau of Meteorology, Brisbane.



Moderate flood levels continue along the lower Weir River at Surrey, where

levels are approaching a peak. Moderate flooding continues at Talwood. Major

flood levels are continuing to rise at Jericho and are likely to peak later this

weekend.



Minor flood levels along the lower Macintyre River at New Kildonan are falling.

Minor flood levels are possible at Goondiwindi today and Sunday.



No significant rainfall has been recorded since 9am Friday across the lower Weir

and Macintyre River catchments.



Predicted River Heights/Flows:



Macintyre River at:



Goondiwindi Possibly reach 4.0 metres (minor flood) during the

weekend.



Weather Forecast:

For weather forecasts see www.bom.gov.au/qld/forecasts/



Next Issue:

The next warning will be issued at about midday Sunday.



Latest River Heights:

Severn R at Ashford 0.89m steady 11:00 AM SAT 04/02/12

Macintyre R at Holdfast 1.43m steady 10:30 AM SAT 04/02/12

Dumaresq R at Farnbro * 1.53m steady 08:00 AM SAT 04/02/12

Pike Ck at Glenlyon Dam TW * 0.33m steady 08:00 AM SAT 04/02/12

Dumaresq R at Roseneath 1.16m steady 11:00 AM SAT 04/02/12

Beardy R at Haystack 1.02m steady 12:00 PM SAT 04/02/12

Dumaresq R at Bonshaw 3.27m steady 11:00 AM SAT 04/02/12

Dumaresq R at Texas * 1.86m steady 08:00 AM SAT 04/02/12

Dumaresq R at Glenarbon Weir * 0.88m steady 11:00 AM SAT 04/02/12

Macintyre Bk at Coolmunda Dam TW * -1.03m steady 08:00 PM FRI 03/02/12

Macintyre Bk at Inglewood Br * 1.21m steady 08:00 AM SAT 04/02/12

Dumaresq R at Bengalla * 2m falling 08:30 AM SAT 04/02/12

Macintyre R at New Kildonan * 3.52m steady 08:00 AM SAT 04/02/12

Macintyre R at Boggabilla 4.06m rising 11:30 AM SAT 04/02/12

Callandoon Ck at Carana Weir * 3.07m rising 09:00 AM SAT 04/02/12

Callandoon Ck at Oonavale* 1.37m rising 05:30 AM SAT 04/02/12

Macintyre R at Terrewah 5.8m steady 11:00 AM SAT 04/02/12

Weir R at Retreat Br * 1.51m falling 08:20 AM SAT 04/02/12

Weir R at Ballymena * 0.82m falling 08:20 AM SAT 04/02/12

Weir R at Gunn Br * 0.51m steady 08:00 AM SAT 04/02/12

Yarrill Ck at Medpark Br * 0.89m steady 08:00 AM SAT 04/02/12

Weir R at Giddi Giddi South * 3.76m steady 08:00 AM SAT 04/02/12

Weir R at Hartmann Br * 3.89m steady 08:00 AM SAT 04/02/12

Weir R at Surrey * 5.16m steady 05:00 AM SAT 04/02/12

Weir R at Talwood 3.77m steady 09:00 AM SAT 04/02/12

Weir R at Jericho * 3.16m rising 06:00 AM SAT 04/02/12

Weir R at Mascot * 2.56m steady 09:00 AM SAT 04/02/12



* Automatic station





Warnings and River Height Bulletins are available at www.bom.gov.au/qld/flood/ .

Flood Warnings are also available on telephone 1300 659 219 at a low call cost

of 27.5 cents, more from mobile, public and satellite phones.
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N36631
Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
New South Wales

MODERATE FLOOD WARNING
FOR THE WARREGO RIVER
Issued at 11:51 am EDT on Saturday 4 February 2012
Flood Warning Number: 6

Major flooding in Queensland is expected to cause moderate flooding in NSW from
mid February onwards.

Forecasts have been revised upwards to reflect this.

Predicted River Heights/Flows:
Barringun automatic gauge - reach 4.6 metres around 16/2/12 with moderate
flooding

Enngonia - reach 2.6 metres around 20/2/12 with moderate flooding

Fords Bridge Bywash - reach 2.8 metres around 5/3/12 with moderate flooding

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.

Weather Forecast:
For the latest weather forecast see www.bom.gov.au/nsw/forecasts/

Next Issue:
The next warning will be issued by 11am on Monday [06/02/12].

Note: river levels are updated more frequently on www.bom.gov.au/nsw/flood/

Latest River Heights:
Warrego R at Barringun No.2 3.21m steady 10:15 AM SAT 04/02/12
Warrego R at Enngonia NA
Warrego R at Fords Br Bywash 2.12m steady 11:00 AM SAT 04/02/12

For latest rainfall and river level information see www.bom.gov.au/nsw/flood/

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Q20011
Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Queensland

Coastal Waters Wind Warning
For Northeast Gulf Waters north of Weipa.
Issued at 11:40 am EST on Saturday 4 February 2012

Synoptic Situation
A fresh to strong W to NW wind flow extends over eastern Gulf waters and into a
tropical low that lies over the northwestern Coral Sea. The low is expected to
continue moving east southeast over the Coral Sea over the next few days.

Strong Wind Warning
for Northeast Gulf Waters north of Weipa
SW to NW winds 25 to 30 knots. Seas 3 metres. A 1.5 to 2 metre NW swell.

The next warning will be issued by 5 pm AEST Saturday.

Please be aware
Wind gusts can be a further 40 percent stronger than the averages given here,
and maximum waves may be up to twice the height.

-------------------------- End of warning ----------------------------
For coastal waters forecasts call 1900 969 923 (cost 77c per minute, incl GST,
more from mobiles or payphones)

Media: TOP PRIORITY (Broadcast on receipt and repeated at least hourly.)
Media: PRIORITY (Broadcast as soon as possible, but not later than one hour
after receipt. Repeat in normal news and weather.)

Q20840

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Queensland

FLOOD WARNING FOR THE MOONIE RIVER
Issued at 11:35 AM on Saturday the 4th of February 2012
by the Bureau of Meteorology, Brisbane.

Moderate to major flood levels are continuing to rise on the Moonie River
between Nindigully and Fenton.

Major flood levels are falling on the Moonie River at Mt Driven. Major flood
levels are continuing to rise downstream at Nindigully.

Major flood levels are continuing to rise at Thallon, with levels expected to
reach around 5.3 metres on Monday. This level is 0.2 metres below the level
reached in March 2010. Moderate flood levels are continuing to rise at Fenton,
with major flood levels expected on Monday or Tuesday.

Weather Forecast:
For weather forecasts see www.bom.gov.au/qld/forecasts/

Next Issue:
The next warning will be issued at about 11:30am Sunday.

Latest River Heights:

Moonie R at Flinton * 4.63m steady 09:00 AM SAT 04/02/12
Moonie R at Mt Driven 6.35m falling 06:00 AM SAT 04/02/12
Moonie R at Nindigully Br 4.03m rising slowly 09:00 AM SAT 04/02/12
Moonie R at Nindigully * 5.75m steady 09:00 AM SAT 04/02/12
Moonie R at Thallon Bridge 5.05m rising 07:00 AM SAT 04/02/12
Moonie R at Fenton * 4.54m rising 09:00 AM SAT 04/02/12

* Automatic station

Warnings and River Height Bulletins are available at www.bom.gov.au/qld/flood/.
Flood Warnings are also available on telephone 1300 659 219 at a low call cost
of 27.5 cents, more from mobile, public and satellite phones.

Q20875

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Queensland

FLOOD WARNING FOR THE FLINDERS AND GILBERT RIVERS
Issued at 11:31 AM on Saturday the 4th of February 2012
by the Bureau of Meteorology, Brisbane.

Minor flooding continues in the Gilbert catchment with some further minor flood
levels possible over the weekend. Moderate to major levels continue along the
Flinders River, with river level rises expected to exceed the level of the
Flinders River Bridge at Walkers Bend during the weekend.

FLINDERS RIVER:
Moderate flood levels are expected to continue at Richmond throughout the
weekend. Major flood levels continue through the weekend along the Cloncurry
River at Canobie. Moderate flood levels will continue through the weekend along
Dismal Creek.

River levels at Walkers Bend are expected to exceed the Flinders River Bridge
(5.4 metres) and will remain into next week.

GILBERT RIVER:
Rising minor flood levels have been observed at Miranda Downs.

Weather Forecast:
For weather information see www.bom.gov.au/qld/forecasts/

Next Issue:
The next warning will be issued at about 11:30am Sunday.

Latest River Heights:
Porcupine Ck at Mt Emu Plains * 2.04m steady 08:00 AM SAT 04/02/12
Flinders R at Glendower * 2.79m steady 08:00 AM SAT 04/02/12
Flinders R at Richmond 7.32m steady 09:00 AM SAT 04/02/12
Flinders R at Richmond * 7.81m steady 09:00 AM SAT 04/02/12
Cloncurry R at Cloncurry * 0.92m steady 08:00 AM SAT 04/02/12
Julia Ck at Julia Ck * 2.35m falling 08:00 AM SAT 04/02/12
Dugald R at Rail Crossing * 0.88m steady 08:00 AM SAT 04/02/12
Williams R at Landsborough Hway * 0.72m steady 09:00 AM SAT 04/02/12
Flinders R at Etta Plains * 7.78m steady 08:00 AM SAT 04/02/12
Cloncurry R at Canobie 6.7m falling slowly 08:00 AM SAT 04/02/12
Cloncurry R at Canobie Auto * 8.87m steady 08:00 AM SAT 04/02/12
Karumba tide * 2.3m steady 09:58 AM SAT 04/02/12
Gilbert R at Riverview 2m falling 04:00 PM FRI 03/02/12
Gilbert R at Rockfields * 4.42m falling 08:00 AM SAT 04/02/12

*automatic gauge

Warnings and River Height Bulletins are available at
http://www.bom.gov.au/qld/flood/ . Flood Warnings are also available on
telephone 1300 659 219 at a low call cost of 27.5 cents, more from mobile,
public and satellite phones.

N36630
Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
New South Wales

MODERATE TO MAJOR FLOOD WARNING FOR THE BOKHARA, CULGOA AND NARRAN RIVERS
Issued at 11:28 am EDT on Saturday 4 February 2012
Flood Warning Number: 12

Minor Flooding is occurring at Hebel, Goodooga and Goodwins on the Bokhara
River. Major Flooding is occurring at Kenebree on the Culgoa River.These rises
have been caused by recent local heavy rain.

Major flooding continues to rise at St George, where at 6AM Saturday, the level
was at 11.28 metres and rising. River levels could possibly exceed the March
2010 peak of 13.4 metres on Tuesday or Wednesday.

The flood waters from Queensland are expected to extend into New South Wales
around mid February, Moderate to Major flooding is expected along the Culgo,
Bokhara and Narran Rivers.

At this stage the flood level peaks in NSW are expected to be similar to those
that occurred during the January/February 2011 flood in these rivers.

Predicted River Heights/Flows:

Preliminary flood level predictions are provided below. Flood peak prediction
will be made when the Balonne River flood peaks at St George, Queensland next
week.

Culgo River at Brenda
- reach 6.1 metres on 14 February with Major flooding, with further rises
possible.

Culgoa River at Weilmoringle
- reach 6.1 metres on 20 February with Major flooding, with further rises
possible.

Culgoa River at Kenebree
- reach 6.7 metres on 26 February with Major flooding, with further rises
possible.

Bokhara River at Goodooga
- reach 4.3 metres 19 February with Major flooding, with further rises
possible.

Bokhara River at Goodwins
- reach 3.4 metres on 3 March with Moderate flooding, with further rises
possible.

Narran River at New Angledool
- reach 3.1 metres around 17 February with Major flooding, with further rises
possible.

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.

Weather Forecast:
For the latest weather forecast see www.bom.gov.au/nsw/forecasts/

Next Issue:
The next warning will be issued by 11AM Monday 06/02/2012.

Note: river levels are updated more frequently on www.bom.gov.au/nsw/flood/

Latest River Heights:
Balonne R at Whyenbah 7.75m rising 09:00 AM SAT 04/02/12
Balonne R Minor at Dirranbandi 5.05m rising 09:00 AM SAT 04/02/12
Narran R at New Angledool Fld Gauge NA
Culgoa R at Brenda 4.73m steady 09:00 AM SAT 04/02/12
Burban Ck at Burban Grange NA
Culgoa R at Weilmoringle 5.12m steady 10:00 AM SAT 04/02/12
Birrie R at Goodooga 3.43m steady 10:00 AM SAT 04/02/12
Bokhara R at Hebel * 1.15m rising 04:40 AM SAT 04/02/12
Bokhara R at Goodooga 2.83m steady 10:00 AM SAT 04/02/12
Bokhara R at Goodwins 2.36m steady 10:15 AM SAT 04/02/12
Culgoa R at Kenebree 5.83m steady 10:00 AM SAT 04/02/12

For latest rainfall and river level information see
www.bom.gov.au/nsw/flood/

S20201
Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
South Australia

Updated Marine Wind Warning Summary for South Australia
Issued at 11:12 am CDT on Saturday 4 February 2012
for the period until midnight CDT Sunday 5 February 2012.

Weather Situation
A ridge over coastal waters will weaken and move east ahead of a trough moving
over western coasts today and remaining coasts on Sunday. A new ridge will
become established over the the state following the trough.

Wind Warnings for Saturday
Strong wind warning for Far West Coast and Upper West Coast
No wind warnings for South Australian local waters

Wind Warnings for Sunday
Gale warning for South Central Coast, Upper South East Coast and Lower South
East Coast
Strong wind warning for Far West Coast, Upper West Coast, Lower West Coast,
Central Coast, Spencer Gulf, Gulf St Vincent and Investigator Strait
Strong wind warning for Adelaide Metropolitan Waters

The next marine wind warning summary will be issued by 3:50 pm CDT Saturday.

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Check the latest Coastal Waters Forecast or Local Waters Forecast for
information on wind, wave and weather conditions for these coastal zones.
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N36634
Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
New South Wales

MAJOR FLOOD WARNING FOR THE BARWON AND DARLING RIVERS TO WILCANNIA
Issued at 11:11 am EDT on Saturday 4 February 2012
Flood Warning Number: 44

Major flooding is expected along the Barwon Darling River system as the result
of last weeks heavy rainfall.

River levels at Louth and Tilpa remain above the major flood level from the
previous flood. Minor flooding in current at Burtundy

The river level at Wilcannia was 9.79 metres and rising very slowly causing
moderate flooding from the previous flood.

Releases from Menindee Lakes will be increased next week causing renewed minor
flooding at Menindee and downstream

Predicted River Heights/Flows:

Mungindi - peak near 7.2 metres around Tuesday (7/2/12) with major flooding

Mogil Mogil - peak near 8.7 metres around Tuesday (7/2/12) with major flooding

Preliminary forecasts, peak forecasts will be confirmed when upstream peaks are
observed:

Collarenebri - reach 7.8 metres around Wednesday (8/2/12) with moderate flooding

Walgett - reach 13 metres around 12/2/12 with major flooding

Brewarrina - reach major flood level (9.5 metres) around 22/2/12

Bourke - reach 13.4 metres around 2/3/12 with major flooding

Louth - reach 13 metres around 8/3/12 with major flooding

Tilpa - reach 12.7 metres around 11/3/12 with major flooding

Wilcannia - reach major flood level (10.4 metres) around 24/3/12

Based on planned released from Menindee Lakes :

Menindee Town gauge - reach 8.7 metres Monday with minor flooding

Pooncarie - reach minor flood level (6.8 metres) around 16/2/12

Burtundy - remain near minor flood level (6 metres)

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.

Weather Forecast:
For the latest weather forecast see www.bom.gov.au/nsw/forecasts/

Next Issue:
The next warning will be issued by 11am Sunday.

Note: River levels are updated more frequently on www.bom.gov.au/nsw/flood/

Latest River Heights:
Barwon R at Mungindi 7.06m rising 10:00 AM SAT 04/02/12
Barwon R at Mogil Mogil 8.01m rising 10:00 AM SAT 04/02/12
Barwon R at Collarenebri 5.96m rising 10:30 AM SAT 04/02/12
Barwon R at Walgett 8.62m rising 10:00 AM SAT 04/02/12
Barwon R at Brewarrina 3.03m rising 09:45 AM SAT 04/02/12
Darling R at Bourke 7.64m steady 10:00 AM SAT 04/02/12
Darling R at Louth 10.43m falling 11:45 AM SAT 04/02/12
Darling R at Tilpa 12.09m falling 11:00 AM SAT 04/02/12
Darling R at Wilcannia 9.79m steady 10:00 AM SAT 04/02/12
Darling R at Menindee Town 8.04m steady 10:00 AM SAT 04/02/12
Darling R at Menindee Weir 32 5.63m steady 10:00 AM SAT 04/02/12
Darling R at Pooncarie 6.23m steady 10:00 AM SAT 04/02/12
Darling R at Burtundy 6.17m steady 09:00 AM SAT 04/02/12

For latest rainfall and river level information see www.bom.gov.au/nsw/flood/

Q20010
Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Queensland

Coastal Waters Wind Warning
For coastal waters from Torres Strait to Mackay.
Issued at 11:05 am EST on Saturday 4 February 2012

Synoptic Situation
At 10am EST, a tropical low [990 hPa] was located over the Coral Sea
approximately 240 nm east of Cairns and moving east southeast at 3 knots. The
low will continue to move east southeast away from the Queensland coast over the
weekend.

Strong Wind Warning
Torres Strait to Cape Grenville
W to NW winds 25 to 30 knots. Seas to 3 metres in open waters with a 1.5 metre
NW swell.

Strong Wind Warning
Cape Grenville to Cape Tribulation
W to NW winds reaching 25 to 30 knots at times outside the reef. Seas to 3
metres outside the reef with a 2 to 3 metre NW swell.

Winds are expected to decrease below 25 knots by this afternoon.

Strong Wind Warning
Cape Tribulation to Cardwell
SW to NW winds reaching 25 to 30 knots outside the reef. Seas to 3 metres
outside the reef with a 2 to 3 metre NW swell.

Winds are expected to decrease below 25 knots late this afternoon or evening.

Strong Wind Warning
Cardwell to Mackay
E to SE winds 25 to 30 knots south of Townsville, reaching 25 to 30 knots over
offshore waters north of Townsville. Seas to 3 metres in open waters with a 2
metre SE to NE swell.

Strong winds [25 to 30 knots] will contract to offshore waters this afternoon
and decrease below 25 knots late afternoon or evening.

The next warning will be issued by 5pm AEST Saturday.

Please be aware
Wind gusts can be a further 40 percent stronger than the averages given here,
and maximum waves may be up to twice the height.

-------------------------- End of warning ----------------------------
For coastal waters forecasts call 1900 969 923 (cost 77c per minute, incl GST,
more from mobiles or payphones)

Media: TOP PRIORITY (Broadcast on receipt and repeated at least hourly.)
Media: PRIORITY (Broadcast as soon as possible, but not later than one hour
after receipt. Repeat in normal news and weather.)

Q20010
Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Queensland

Coastal Waters Wind Warning
For coastal waters from Torres Strait to Mackay.
Issued at 11:05 am EST on Saturday 4 February 2012

Synoptic Situation
At 10am EST, a tropical low [990 hPa] was located over the Coral Sea
approximately 240 nm east of Cairns and moving east southeast at 3 knots. The
low will continue to move east southeast away from the Queensland coast over the
weekend.

Strong Wind Warning
Torres Strait to Cape Grenville
W to NW winds 25 to 30 knots. Seas to 3 metres in open waters with a 1.5 metre
NW swell.

Strong Wind Warning
Cape Grenville to Cape Tribulation
W to NW winds reaching 25 to 30 knots at times outside the reef. Seas to 3
metres outside the reef with a 2 to 3 metre NW swell.

Winds are expected to decrease below 25 knots by this afternoon.

Strong Wind Warning
Cape Tribulation to Cardwell
SW to NW winds reaching 25 to 30 knots outside the reef. Seas to 3 metres
outside the reef with a 2 to 3 metre NW swell.

Winds are expected to decrease below 25 knots late this afternoon or evening.

Strong Wind Warning
Cardwell to Mackay
E to SE winds 25 to 30 knots south of Townsville, reaching 25 to 30 knots over
offshore waters north of Townsville. Seas to 3 metres in open waters with a 2
metre SE to NE swell.

Strong winds [25 to 30 knots] will contract to offshore waters this afternoon
and decrease below 25 knots late afternoon or evening.

The next warning will be issued by 5pm AEST Saturday.

Please be aware
Wind gusts can be a further 40 percent stronger than the averages given here,
and maximum waves may be up to twice the height.

-------------------------- End of warning ----------------------------
For coastal waters forecasts call 1900 969 923 (cost 77c per minute, incl GST,
more from mobiles or payphones)

Media: TOP PRIORITY (Broadcast on receipt and repeated at least hourly.)
Media: PRIORITY (Broadcast as soon as possible, but not later than one hour
after receipt. Repeat in normal news and weather.)

D20110
Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Northern Territory

Coastal Waters Wind Warning
For waters between Cape Don and Cape Shield.
Issued at 10:55 am CST on Saturday 4 February 2012

Synoptic situation
A fresh to strong west to northwesterly monsoon flow persists over north
Australian waters. Winds are expected to ease from later Sunday.

Strong Wind Warning
Cape Don to Cape Shield
West/northwest winds 15/25 knots, reaching 20/30 knots at times offshore. Seas
to 3m offshore on a 2m westerly swell. Isolated storms with gusts to 45 knots.

These conditions should persist for at least the next 24 to 36 hours.

The next warning will be issued by 5:00 pm CST today.

Please be aware
Wind gusts can be a further 40 percent stronger than the averages given here,
and maximum waves may be up to twice the height.

-------------------------- End of warning ----------------------------
For coastal waters forecasts call 1900 955 367 (cost 77c per minute, incl GST,
more from mobiles or payphones)

Media: TOP PRIORITY (Broadcast on receipt and repeat at least hourly.)
Media: PRIORITY (Broadcast as soon as possible, but not later than one hour
after receipt. Repeat in normal news and weather.)

Q20850

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Queensland

FLOOD WARNING FOR THE PAROO RIVER
Issued at 10:18 AM on Saturday the 4th of February 2012
by the Bureau of Meteorology, Brisbane.

Major flood levels are falling at Eulo. Major flood levels will continue rising
at Caiwarro over the weekend. Major flood levels of up to 2.3 metres are likely
at Hungerford on Monday or Tuesday.

Further predictions for Hungerford will be made once more river height data
becomes available.

Predicted River Heights/Flows:
Paroo River at:

Hungerford: Reach at least 2.3 metres on Monday or Tuesday.

Predictions will be updated as more data becomes available.

Weather Forecast:
For weather information see www.bom.gov.au/qld/forecasts/

Next Issue:
The next warning will be issued by 10:30am Sunday.

Latest River Heights:
Beechal Ck at Quilpeta 1.5m falling slowly 05:00 PM FRI 03/02/12
Paroo R at Eulo 4.8m falling slowly 06:00 AM SAT 04/02/12
Paroo R at Caiwarro * 3.98m steady 08:40 AM SAT 04/02/12
Paroo R at Hungerford 1.71m rising slowly 06:00 AM SAT 04/02/12

* Automatic station

Warnings and River Height Bulletins are available at
http://www.bom.gov.au/qld/flood/ . Flood Warnings are also available on
telephone 1300 659 219 at a low call cost of 27.5 cents, more from mobile,
public and satellite phones.

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IDQ20855

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Queensland

FLOOD WARNING FOR THE BULLOO RIVER
Issued at 10:13 AM on Saturday the 4th of February 2012
by the Bureau of Meteorology, Brisbane.

Minor flood levels continue to fall at Adavale. A peak of 5.3m was recorded at
Quilpie at 2:30pm Friday. Major flood levels will ease at Quilpie over the
weekend.

Minor flood levels are expected at South Comongin during the weekend. Moderate
flood levels continue to rise at Autumnvale, with levels expected to reach up to
6.5 metres on Sunday. Moderate flood levels are rising at Thargomindah with
levels up to 5.3 metres likely early next week.

Renewed rises are expected during next week.

Weather Forecast:
For weather forecasts see http://www.bom.gov.au/qld/forecasts/

Next Issue:
The next warning will be issued by 10am Sunday.

Latest River Heights:
Blackwater Ck at Adavale 3m falling slowly 09:00 AM SAT 04/02/12
Bulloo R at Quilpie 5.1m falling slowly 07:30 AM SAT 04/02/12
Bulloo R at Quilpie * 5.11m steady 08:00 AM SAT 04/02/12
Bulloo R at Autumnvale * 6.32m rising 08:00 AM SAT 04/02/12
Bulloo R at Thargomindah 4.5m rising slowly 06:00 AM SAT 04/02/12

*automatic station

Warnings and River Height Bulletins are available at
http://www.bom.gov.au/qld/flood/ . Flood Warnings are also available on
telephone 1300 659 219 at a low call cost of 27.5 cents, more from mobile,
public and satellite phones.

T20100
Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Tasmania

Updated Marine Wind Warning Summary for Tasmania
Issued at 10:02 am EDT on Saturday 4 February 2012
for the period until midnight EDT Sunday 5 February 2012.

Weather Situation
A high pressure system centred south of New Zealand extends a weakening ridge
over Tasmania, with a trough to move over the Bight today as a cold front
passes well south of Adelaide. A low will form on the trough late today and
deepen on Sunday as it passes just south of Tasmania and extends a cold front
over the state. The low will move further south on Monday and extend another
cold front just west of the state.

Wind Warnings for Saturday
No wind warnings for Tasmanian coastal waters
No wind warnings for Tasmanian local waters

Wind Warnings for Sunday
Gale warning for Far North West Coast, Central North Coast, East of Flinders
Island, Upper East Coast, Lower East Coast and South East Coast
Strong wind warning for Banks Strait and Franklin Sound, South West Coast and
Central West Coast
Small craft alert for Central Plateau Lakes
The wind warning for Storm Bay and South West Lakes has been cancelled

The next marine wind warning summary will be issued by 4:05 pm EDT Saturday.

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Check the latest Coastal Waters Forecast or Local Waters Forecast for
information on wind, wave and weather conditions for these coastal zones.
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W20200
Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Western Australia

Coastal Waters Wind Warning
For Carnarvon to Cape Leeuwin.
Issued at 9:20 am WST on Saturday 4 February 2012

Synoptic situation
A ridge of high pressure rapidly developing to the south of the state is
resulting in strong S'ly winds along the west coast.

Strong Wind Warning
Carnarvon to Kalbarri
Winds increasing to S'ly 20/30 knots during Saturday afternoon, tending S/SE
25/33 knots in the evening before easing below 25 knots early Sunday morning.
Seas to 2.5m. Swell to 2.5m.

Strong Wind Warning
Kalbarri to Jurien Bay
SE winds 20/30 knots tending S'ly 20/30 knots inshore on Saturday afternoon.
Winds reaching S/SE 25/33 knots throughout Saturday evening before easing below
25 knots early on Sunday morning. Seas to 2.5m. Swell 2.0m to 2.5m.

Strong Wind Warning
Jurien Bay to Cape Naturaliste
S/SE winds 20/30 knots offshore. Inshore winds increasing S/SW 20/30 knots on
Saturday afternoon and tending S/SE 20/30 knots on Saturday evening. Winds
throughout easing below 25 knots around midnight Saturday. Seas to 2.5m. Swell
2.0m rising to 3.5m late Saturday evening.

Strong Wind Warning
Cape Naturaliste to Cape Leeuwin
Winds increasing to S/SE 20/30 knots Saturday afternoon, easing below 25 knots
by midnight Saturday. Seas to 2.5m. Swell 2.0m rising to 3.5m later on Saturday.

The next warning will be issued by 5:00 pm WST Saturday.

Please be aware
Wind gusts can be a further 40 percent stronger than the averages given here,
and maximum waves may be up to twice the height.

-------------------------- End of warning ----------------------------
For coastal waters forecasts call 1900 926 150 (cost 77 cents per minute, incl
GST, more from mobiles or payphones)

Media: TOP PRIORITY (Broadcast on receipt and repeat at least hourly.)
Media: PRIORITY (Broadcast as soon as possible, but not later than one hour
after receipt. Repeat in normal news and weather.)

DW20100
Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Western Australia

Coastal Waters Wind Warning
For Windy Harbour to the SA Border
Issued at 9:20 am WST on Saturday 4 February 2012

Synoptic situation
A period of strong SW winds along the south coast on Saturday as a cold front
moves through

Strong Wind Warning
Windy Harbour to Bremer Bay
S/SW winds 20/30 knots easing below 25 knots by midday Saturday. Seas to 2.0m.
Swell to 2.5m.

Strong Wind Warning
Bremer Bay to Israelite Bay
SW winds 20/30 knots easing below 25 knots during Saturday evening. Seas to
2.5m. Swell to 2.5m.

Strong Wind Warning
Israelite Bay to the SA Border
Winds increasing to SW 20/30 knots from the west, throughout by mid Saturday
afternoon and reaching 25/33 knots for a period on Saturday evening. Winds
easing below 25 knots from the west during Sunday morning. Seas to 2.5m. Swell
to 2.5m.

The next warning will be issued by 5:00 pm WST Saturday.

Please be aware
Wind gusts can be a further 40 percent stronger than the averages given here,
and maximum waves may be up to twice the height.

-------------------------- End of warning ----------------------------
For coastal waters forecasts call 1900 926 150 (cost 77 cents per minute, incl
GST, more from mobiles or payphones)

Media: TOP PRIORITY (Broadcast on receipt and repeat at least hourly.)
Media: PRIORITY (Broadcast as soon as possible, but not later than one hour
after receipt. Repeat in normal news and weather.)

Q20842

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Queensland

FLOOD WARNING FOR THE WALLAM AND MUNGALLALA CREEKS
Issued at 9:06 AM on Saturday the 4th of February 2012
by the Bureau of Meteorology, Brisbane.

WALLAM CREEK:
Renewed rises are occurring at Homeboin, where major flood Levels are likely to
continue rising slowly during Saturday. Downstream, major flood levels will
continue to rise at Cardiff during Saturday and into Sunday. At 9am Saturday,
the major flood level at Bollon was 1.59 metres and rising. Levels at Bollon to
reach 1.7 metres during Sunday. The record peak at Bollon is 1.76 metres (March
2010).

MUNGALLALA CREEK:
Major flood levels at Tomoo will continue falling over the weekend. Major flood
levels downstream at Deelamon will continue to rise, with levels forecast to
reach around 6.5 metres on Saturday.

Weather Forecast:
For weather forecasts see www.bom.gov.au/qld/forecasts/

Next Issue:
The next warning will be issued by 3pm Saturday.

Latest River Heights:
Wallam Ck at Homeboin 4.1m rising slowly 05:30 AM SAT 04/02/12
Wallam Ck at Cardiff * 5.94m steady 07:00 AM SAT 04/02/12
Wallam Ck at Bollon 1.59m rising fast 09:00 AM SAT 04/02/12
Mungallala Ck at Mungallala 2.7m falling slowly 06:00 AM SAT 04/02/12
Mungallala Ck at Deelamon 5.7m rising 07:00 AM SAT 04/02/12
Nebine Ck at Roseleigh Crossing * 1.07m steady 04:00 AM SAT 04/02/12

* Automatic station

Warnings and River Height Bulletins are available at www.bom.gov.au/qld/flood/ .
Flood Warnings are also available on telephone 1300 659 219 at a low call cost
of 27.5 cents, more from mobile, public and satellite phones.

Q20765

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Queensland

FLOOD WARNING FOR THE NOGOA, COMET, DAWSON AND MACKENZIE RIVERS
Issued at 9:00 AM on Saturday the 4th of February 2012
by the Bureau of Meteorology, Brisbane.

Rainfall totals of up to 50mm were recorded in the Nogoa River catchment since
9am Friday. Minor, possibly moderate, flooding is expected this weekend at
Taroom.

NOGOA RIVER:
Renewed minor flood levels are rising at Raymond and Craigmore, with further
rises expected. River levels up to 11 metres are expected at Emerald, which is
well below the minor flood level (14 metres). Minor flood levels will continue
at Duckponds throughout the weekend, with further rises and moderate flood
levels expected next week.

COMET RIVER:
Renewed rises to the minor flood level are likely at Rolleston during the
weekend. Renewed rises with at least minor flood levels are expected at The Lake
over the weekend. Minor flooding is expected at the Comet Weir over the weekend,
with further rises later next week.

MACKENZIE RIVER TO BINGEGANG:
Minor flooding continues at Yakcam.

DAWSON RIVER:
Moderate flood levels are rising at Utopia Downs and moderate flood levels are
expected at Tarana Crossing during the weekend. Minor flood levels are expected
at Taroom over the weekend, with rises above the moderate flood level of 6
metres likely overnight Sunday.

Further predictions will be made once upstream peaks have been observed.

Predicted River Heights/Flows:
Dawson River at:

Taroom: Likely to exceed at least 6 metres overnight Sunday.

Predictions will be refined once upstream peaks have been observed.

Weather Forecast:
For the latest weather forecasts see: www.bom.gov.au/qld/forecasts/

Next Issue:
The next warning will be issued at about 9am Sunday.

Latest River Heights:
Dawson R at Utopia Downs * 8.5m rising 07:20 AM SAT 04/02/12
Juandah Ck at Windamere * 0.77m steady 07:00 AM SAT 04/02/12
Dawson R at Taroom * 3.98m rising 07:00 AM SAT 04/02/12
Mimosa Ck at Redcliff * 0.87m steady 07:00 AM SAT 04/02/12
Dawson R at Beckers * 4.68m falling 07:00 AM SAT 04/02/12
Comet R at The Lake * 9.38m steady 07:00 AM SAT 04/02/12
Comet R at Comet Weir * 6.41m rising 07:00 AM SAT 04/02/12
Nogoa R at Raymond # 8.7m steady 08:04 AM SAT 04/02/12
Nogoa R at Craigmore # 9.55m rising 07:28 AM SAT 04/02/12
Nogoa R at Fairbairn Dam HW * 1.58m steady 06:00 AM SAT 04/02/12
Nogoa R at Emerald # 9.91m steady 07:27 AM SAT 04/02/12
Policeman's Ck at Rubyvale # 0.75m steady 07:34 AM SAT 04/02/12
Theresa Ck at Gregory Highway # 4.47m rising 07:15 AM SAT 04/02/12
Mackenzie R at Bedford Weir TW # 8.17m steady 05:40 AM SAT 04/02/12
Mackenzie R at Bingegang Weir HW # 5.1m steady 04:13 AM SAT 04/02/12
Connors R at Pink Lagoon * 6.66m rising 07:00 AM SAT 04/02/12
Isaac R at Yatton * 6.51m rising 04:00 AM SAT 04/02/12
Mackenzie R at Tartrus * 8.29m steady 06:40 AM SAT 04/02/12
Fitzroy R at Riverslea * 8.4m rising 07:00 AM SAT 04/02/12

*/# automatic station

Warnings and River Height Bulletins are available at www.bom.gov.au/qld/flood/ .
Flood Warnings are also available on telephone 1300 659 219 at a low call cost
of 27.5 cents, more from mobile, public and satellite phones.

N36621
Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
New South Wales

MAJOR FLOOD WARNING
FOR THE LOWER GWYDIR AND MEHI RIVERS
Issued at 8:55 am EDT on Saturday 4 February 2012
Flood Warning Number: 27

On Saturday morning the Mehi River at Moree was 10.26 metres and falling slowly
from its Friday morning peak of 10.69 metres with major flooding continuing.

The Gwydir River at Yarraman peaked at 7.53 metres around 11am Friday morning
with major flooding and has fallen to 7.36 metres on Saturday morning with
major flooding.

Major rural flooding will extend to the lower Gwydir Valley over the weekend.

The Gwydir River at Gravesend and Pallamallawa is still above minor flood level.

FloodSafe advice is available at www.ses.nsw.gov.au

For emergency assistance please call the SES on 132 500.
For life threatening emergencies call 000.

Weather Forecast:
For the latest weather forecast see www.bom.gov.au/nsw/forecasts/

Next Issue:
The next warning will be issued by 11am Sunday

(Note: river levels are updated more frequently on www.bom.gov.au/nsw/flood/)

Latest River Heights:
Horton R at Rider 2.48m falling 08:00 AM SAT 04/02/12
Gwydir R at Gravesend 7.31m falling 08:00 AM SAT 04/02/12
Gwydir R at Pallamallawa 7.9m falling 08:00 AM SAT 04/02/12
Mehi R at Moree 10.26m falling 08:00 AM SAT 04/02/12
Gwydir R at Yarraman Br 7.36m falling 08:00 AM SAT 04/02/12

For latest rainfall and river level information see www.bom.gov.au/nsw/flood/

N36622
Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
New South Wales

MAJOR FLOOD WARNING FOR NAMOI RIVER AT GUNNEDAH, WEE WAA AND DOWNSTREAM
MINOR FLOOD WARNING FOR NARRABRI
Issued at 8:39 am EDT on Saturday 4 February 2012
Flood Warning Number: 17

Heavy local rain within the Breeza, Carroll to Gunnedah area during Friday has
produced a renewed rise to major flood level at Gunnedah during early Saturday
morning.

At Gunnedah, the Namoi River has peaked at 8.03 metres around 3am Saturday
morning causing major flooding. The river level at Gunnedah is now falling.

Minor flooding continues around Narrabri as the river continues to fall very
slowly. The higher peak a Gunnedah expected to only caused a slight rise at
Narrabri during Sunday.

The Namoi River at Wee Waa peaked near 7.3 metres around 8:30am Friday morning
with major flooding and is now falling slowly.

Releases are continuing from Keepit Dam. They are not expected to have a
significant impact on flood levels in the lower Namoi which have been largely
caused by local area runoff.

Predicted River Heights/Flows:

Boggabri - peak near 7.8 metres around 3am Sunday morning

Narrabri - remain close to 5.9 metres for Saturday with minor flooding
- rise slightly to peak near 6.1 metres Sunday night with minor
flooding

Wee Waa - remain steady near the 7 metre mark with major flooding until the
middle of next week
- no further significant rises are expected

Bugilbone
- peak near 6.7 metres around Monday [6/2/12] with major flooding

Goangra
- peak near 8.5 metres around 11/02/2012 with major flooding.

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.

Weather Forecast:
For the latest weather forecast see www.bom.gov.au/nsw/forecasts/

Next Issue:
The next warning will be issued by 11am Sunday

Latest River Heights:
Peel R at Tamworth Br 1.73m falling 08:30 AM SAT 04/02/12
Manilla R at Manilla 3.18m falling 07:00 AM SAT 04/02/12
Mooki R at Breeza Station 2.49m rising 08:00 AM SAT 04/02/12
Namoi R at Gunnedah 7.93m falling 07:30 AM SAT 04/02/12
Namoi R at Boggabri 7.64m rising 07:30 AM SAT 04/02/12
Narrabri Ck at Narrabri 5.9m steady 07:30 AM SAT 04/02/12
Namoi R at Wee Waa (Glencoe) 7.01m steady 08:00 AM SAT 04/02/12
Namoi R at Bugilbone 5.17m rising 08:00 AM SAT 04/02/12
Namoi R at Goangra 5.14m rising 07:30 AM SAT 04/02/12

For latest rainfall and river level information see www.bom.gov.au/nsw/flood/

N36604
Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
New South Wales

FINAL MINOR FLOOD WARNING FOR THE BELLINGER RIVER AT THORA
Issued at 8:19 am EDT on Saturday 4 February 2012
Flood Warning Number: 16

The Bellinger River flood levels at Thora has fallen below MInor Flood height.

Only an average of 5 millimetres of rain has been recorded over the Bellinger
River valley over the past 45 hours.

Saturday's Weather Forecast: Partly cloudy. Isolated showers, more frequent
about higher ground. Light winds. Daytime maximum temperatures 22 to 28.

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.

Weather Forecast:
For the latest weather forecast see www.bom.gov.au/nsw/forecasts/

Next Issue:
No further warnings are required for this event

Latest River Heights:
Bellinger R at Thora 2.95m steady 08:13 AM SAT 04/02/12
Never Never Ck at Gleniffer 1.27m steady 07:46 AM SAT 04/02/12
Bellinger R at Bellingen Br 2.56m falling 08:13 AM SAT 04/02/12
Kalang R at Kooroowi (Scotchman) 1.69m steady 08:11 AM SAT 04/02/12
Kalang R at Newry Island 0.85m steady 08:06 AM SAT 04/02/12

For latest rainfall and river level information see www.bom.gov.au/nsw/flood/

N36607
Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
New South Wales

FINAL MINOR FLOOD WARNING FOR THE MANNING RIVER
Issued at 8:08 am EDT on Saturday 4 February 2012
Flood Warning Number: 14

The Manning River flood levels have fallen below Minor Flood height at
Wingham and Taree overnight

Only an average of 5 millimetres of rain has been recorded across the Manning
Valley for the past 33 hours.

Saturday's Weather Forecast: Partly cloudy. Isolated showers, more frequent
about higher ground. Light winds. Daytime maximum temperatures 22 to 28.

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.

Weather Forecast:
For the latest weather forecast see www.bom.gov.au/nsw/forecasts/

Next Issue:
No further Flood Warnings are necessary for this event.

Latest River Heights:
Manning R at Mt George 4.57m falling 06:45 AM SAT 04/02/12
Manning R at Killawarra 6.61m falling 07:15 AM SAT 04/02/12
Manning R at Wingham 4.64m falling 07:00 AM SAT 04/02/12
Manning R at Taree 1.25m steady 07:30 AM SAT 04/02/12
Manning R at Croki 0.99m rising 07:00 AM SAT 04/02/12

For latest rainfall and river level information see www.bom.gov.au/nsw/flood/

Q20745

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Queensland

FLOOD WARNING FOR ALPHA CREEK AND THE BELYANDO AND BOWEN RIVERS
Issued at 7:31 AM on Saturday the 4th of February 2012
by the Bureau of Meteorology, Brisbane.

A major peak of 8.4 metres was recorded at 12:20pm Friday at Rivington. Major
flood levels are easing along Alpha Creek at Rivington. Major flood levels are
rising downstream at Alpha and are expected to reach up to 8.5 metres during
Saturday.

Weather Forecast:
For the latest weather forecasts see www.bom.gov.au/qld/forecasts/

Next Issue:
The next warning will be issued at about 4pm Saturday.

Latest River Heights:
Burdekin R at Mt Fullstop * 4.16m falling 04:00 AM SAT 04/02/12
Burdekin R at Gainsford * 4.41m falling 05:00 AM SAT 04/02/12
Burdekin R at Sellheim # 4.46m rising 05:51 AM SAT 04/02/12
Alpha Ck at Alpha 8.1m rising 06:00 AM SAT 04/02/12
Belyando R at Albro 7.5m rising 05:00 PM FRI 03/02/12
Belyando R at Belyando Crossing * 3.86m rising 05:00 AM SAT 04/02/12
Suttor R at St Anns # 2.89m falling 04:44 AM SAT 04/02/12
Cape R at Taemas # 4.36m rising 06:11 AM SAT 04/02/12
Burdekin R at Burdekin Dam # 1.25m steady 04:56 AM SAT 04/02/12
Bowen R at Myuna # 5.79m rising 04:22 AM SAT 04/02/12
Burdekin R at Dalbeg # 5.21m steady 06:03 AM SAT 04/02/12
Bogie R at Strathbogie # 2.06m falling 06:09 AM SAT 04/02/12
Burdekin R at Millaroo # 4.3m rising 06:01 AM SAT 04/02/12
Burdekin R at Clare # 4.43m rising 05:51 AM SAT 04/02/12
Plantation Park Crossing at Ayr # 0.1m steady 05:58 AM SAT 04/02/12
Burdekin R at Inkerman Br # 4.76m steady 03:16 AM SAT 04/02/12
Dal Santos Crossing at Brandon # 1.7m steady 06:02 AM SAT 04/02/12
Burdekin R at Rita Island # -2.7m steady 05:12 AM SAT 04/02/12
Burdekin R at Groper Ck # 1.14m rising 06:07 AM SAT 04/02/12

*/# automatic gauge

Warnings and River Height Bulletins are available at www.bom.gov.au/qld/flood/ .
Flood Warnings are also available on telephone 1300 659 219 at a low call cost
of 27.5 cents, more from mobile, public and satellite phones.

S20290
Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
South Australia

Fire Weather Warning
for the North West Pastoral forecast district.

Issued at 6:13 am CDT on Saturday 4 February 2012.

For the rest of Saturday 4 February:

Severe Fire Danger is forecast for the following forecast district:
North West Pastoral
Maximum temperatures in the high 30's to low 40 degrees, relative humidity down
to 7% and northerly winds increasing to 20 to 30 km/h ahead of a southwesterly
change averaging 40 to 50 km/h are expected. The Country Fire Service advises
that fires burning under these conditions are likely to be fast-moving and
uncontrollable.

The Country Fire Service advises:
- Action your Bushfire Survival Plan now.
- Monitor the fire and weather situation through your local radio station,
www.cfs.sa.gov.au, and www.bom.gov.au.
Ensure you have the latest information on Total Fire Bans and how to prepare
for fires. Visit the CFS web page at www.cfs.sa.gov.au or call the CFS Bushfire
Information Hotline on 1300 362 361.

No further warnings will be issued for this event, but the situation will
continue to be monitored and further warnings issued if necessary.

S20290
Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
South Australia

Fire Weather Warning
for the North West Pastoral forecast district.

Issued at 6:13 am CDT on Saturday 4 February 2012.

For the rest of Saturday 4 February:

Severe Fire Danger is forecast for the following forecast district:
North West Pastoral
Maximum temperatures in the high 30's to low 40 degrees, relative humidity down
to 7% and northerly winds increasing to 20 to 30 km/h ahead of a southwesterly
change averaging 40 to 50 km/h are expected. The Country Fire Service advises
that fires burning under these conditions are likely to be fast-moving and
uncontrollable.

The Country Fire Service advises:
- Action your Bushfire Survival Plan now.
- Monitor the fire and weather situation through your local radio station,
www.cfs.sa.gov.au, and www.bom.gov.au.
Ensure you have the latest information on Total Fire Bans and how to prepare
for fires. Visit the CFS web page at www.cfs.sa.gov.au or call the CFS Bushfire
Information Hotline on 1300 362 361.

No further warnings will be issued for this event, but the situation will
continue to be monitored and further warnings issued if necessary.

N36639
Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
New South Wales

FINAL MINOR FLOOD WARNING FOR THE WILLIAMS RIVER
Issued at 5:01 pm EDT on Friday 3 February 2012
Flood Warning Number: 6

The Williams River water levels at Mill Dam Falls have now fallen below Minor
Flood after a earlier Minor Flood peak this Friday morning (3/2/2012)

Very little rain has been recorded over the Williams and Pattersons River
valleys over the past 12 hours.

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.

Weather Forecast:
For the latest weather forecast see www.bom.gov.au/nsw/forecasts/

Next Issue:
No further Warnings are required for this event.

Latest River Heights:
Paterson R at Gostwyck Br 6.8m falling 04:30 PM FRI 03/02/12
Allyn R at Halton 1.62m steady 04:00 PM FRI 03/02/12
Paterson R at Vacy 5.52m falling 04:15 PM FRI 03/02/12
Paterson R D/S Rail Br 4.78m falling 02:30 PM FRI 03/02/12
Williams R at Dungog 2.83m falling 03:45 PM FRI 03/02/12
Williams R at Mill Dam Falls 5.12m falling 04:30 PM FRI 03/02/12

For latest rainfall and river level information see www.bom.gov.au/nsw/flood/

N36632
Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
New South Wales

MINOR TO MODERATE FLOOD WARNING
FOR THE PAROO RIVER
Issued at 1:56 pm EDT on Friday 3 February 2012
Flood Warning Number: 6 (re-issue)

The Paroo River at Eulo, in Queensland, was 4.85 metres on Friday morning.

A flood warning is current for the upper Paroo River in Queensland where major
flooding is expected.

Predicted River Heights/Flows:
Willara Crossing
- Reach 3 metres around 9/2/2012

Wanaaring
- Reach 3.3 metres around 12/2/2012 with minor to moderate flooding

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.

Weather Forecast:
For the latest weather forecast see www.bom.gov.au/nsw/forecasts/

Next Issue:
The next warning will be issued by 11am on Monday [6/2/12].

Note: river levels are updated more frequently on www.bom.gov.au/nsw/flood/

Latest River Heights:
Paroo R at Eulo 4.85m at peak 12:00 PM FRI 03/02/12
Paroo R at Hungerford 1.55m rising slowly 03:00 PM THU 02/02/12
Paroo R at Willara Crossing 1.67m steady 01:00 PM FRI 03/02/12
Paroo R at Wanaaring NA

For latest rainfall and river level information see www.bom.gov.au/nsw/flood/

N36620
Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
New South Wales

MAJOR FLOOD WARNING FOR THE BARWON RIVER AT MUNGINDI
Issued at 8:47 am EDT on Friday 3 February 2012
Flood Warning Number: 2

Heavy rainfall in the Mungindi area has produced rapid river level rises there.

Moderate Flooding is expected during Friday with a major flood peak expected
next week when Weir River flows reach Mungindi.

Flood Warning are current in Queensland for the Weir River and Macintyre River
at Goondiwindi.

Future predictions for Mungindi will be incorporated in the Barwon Darling
Flood Warning

Predicted River Heights/Flows:
Boggabilla - expected to remain below its minor flood level at this stage

Mungindi - peak near 7.3 metres around Tuesday (7/2/12) with major flooding

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.

Weather Forecast:
For the latest weather forecast see www.bom.gov.au/nsw/forecasts/

Next Issue:
Future predictions for Mungindi will be incorporated in the Barwon Darling
Flood Warning

Latest River Heights:
Macintyre R at Inverell Middle Ck 0.88m steady 08:30 AM FRI 03/02/12
Macintyre R at Wallangra 1.85m steady 08:00 AM FRI 03/02/12
Severn R at Ashford 1.06m steady 07:45 AM FRI 03/02/12
Frazers Ck at Westholme (Ashford) 0.56m steady 06:45 AM FRI 03/02/12
Macintyre R at Yetman Br 2.45m steady 08:00 AM FRI 03/02/12
Macintyre R at Boggabilla 2.63m rising 07:30 AM FRI 03/02/12
Macintyre R at Goondiwindi * NA
Barwon R at Mungindi 6.76m rising 07:45 AM FRI 03/02/12

For latest rainfall and river level information see www.bom.gov.au/nsw/flood/

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