Minor Flood Warning Issued for Noosa River and Tewantin Following Heavy Rainfall

Alert Details

The Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology (BOM) has issued a Minor Flood Warning (IDQ20795) for the Noosa River. The alert was issued at 1:56 pm AEST on Wednesday, March 11, 2026, following moderate to heavy rainfall over recent days.

Affected Areas

The warning primarily affects the Noosa River catchment, with specific focus on the Noosa River at Tewantin. Other monitored locations in the region include Lake Cootharaba at Boreen Point, Tweewah Creek at Coops Corner, and the Mooloolah River system.

What You Should Do

Residents are advised to exercise extreme caution:

• Do not drive, walk, swim, or play in floodwater as it is dangerous.
• Stay away from flooded drains, rivers, streams, and waterways.
• Obey all road closure signs and plan travel to avoid flooded routes.
• Monitor the ABC and local media for updates.
• For emergency assistance, contact the SES at 132 500. In life-threatening situations, call 000 immediately.
• Visit www.disaster.qld.gov.au/warnings for local management advice.

Expected Conditions

As of 1:15 pm Wednesday, the Noosa River at Tewantin was recorded at 0.97 meters and steady, just below the minor flood level of 1.00 meter. Moderate to heavy rainfall has caused significant river level rises across the catchment. Other recorded heights include Lake Cootharaba at 1.07 meters (steady) and Tweewah Creek at 2.20 meters (falling).

Timeline

The Noosa River at Tewantin is expected to remain near the minor flood level for the duration of Wednesday. Renewed rises above the 1.00-meter threshold are possible overnight Wednesday into Thursday, coinciding with the high tide. The next formal update from the Bureau of Meteorology is scheduled to be issued by 3:00 pm AEST on Thursday, March 12, 2026.