Source: Bureau of Meteorology

Flood Watch for parts of the Barkly and Carpentaria Catchments
Issued at 11:40 am ACST on Monday 29 December 2025

Flood Watch Number: 9

FLOODING OCCURRING ACROSS PARTS OF THE BARKLY AND CARPENTARIA CATCHMENTS

Widespread showers and isolated heavy falls have now contracted into Queensland with the eastward movement of the monsoon low. There is no significant rainfall forecast within the flood watch area over the next few days.

Following the recent rainfall, river and creek level rises, overland flow, and isolated flooding in low-lying areas are occurring across many inland parts of the Flood Watch catchments. This is impacting roads and river crossings and is likely to continue for several days. Check road conditions before travelling.

Catchments likely to be affected include:

Towns River

Limmen Bight River

Rosie River

Robinson River

Calvert River

Settlement Creek

Georgina River and Eyre Creek(impacts in northern parts of catchment)

Barkly(impacts in eastern parts of catchment)

Flood Warnings are current for the following catchment(s): McArthur and Nicholson

For the latest flood and weather warnings see www.bom.gov.au/weather-and-climate/warnings-and-alerts

For the latest rainfall and river level information see 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.securent.nt.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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