Source: Bureau of Meteorology

Issued at 11:17 am AEST on Thursday 31 July 2025

Flood Watch Number: 1

MINOR TO ISOLATED MODERATE FLOODING POSSIBLE IN THE FLOOD WATCH AREA FROM SATURDAY INTO SUNDAY

Moderate to heavy rainfall is forecast in parts of the Mid North Coast and Hunter from Saturday into Sunday, possibly extending to the North West Slopes. This rain has the potential to cause minor flooding in the Orara, parts of Mid North Coast and Hunter catchments from Saturday onwards, with minor to moderate flooding possible in Peel-Namoi catchment.

Catchments in the Flood Watch area are relatively wet or saturated due to recent rainfall.

There is some degree of uncertainty over the exact location and timing of the heaviest falls. Localised river level rises and flash flooding are likely within the areas of heaviest rainfall.

Flood Classes (minor, moderate and major) are only defined for catchments where the Bureau provides a flood warning service.

Catchments likely to be affected include:

Orara RiverMinor flooding

Bellinger and Kalang Rivers Minor flooding

Macleay River Minor flooding

Hastings River Minor flooding

Manning and Gloucester Rivers Minor flooding

Myall River Minor flooding

Goulburn and Upper Hunter Rivers Minor flooding

Wollombi Brook and Lower Hunter River Minor flooding

Paterson and Williams Rivers Minor flooding

Newcastle Area

Peel River Minor to Moderate flooding

Namoi River Minor to Moderate flooding

For the latest flood and weather warnings see http://www.bom.gov.au/australia/warnings

For the latest rainfall and river level information see http://www.bom.gov.au/australia/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.ses.nsw.gov.au.
For emergency assistance call SES on telephone number 132 500. In life-threatening emergencies, call 000 (triple zero) immediately.

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