Victoria

Moderate Flood Warning for the Wimmera River
Issued at 9:47 am EST on Thursday 9 September 2010
by the Bureau of Meteorology, Victorian Regional Office

In the 24 hours to 9:00 am Thursday up to 2 mm has been recorded in the Wimmera
catchment. Rainfall totals of 10 to 20 mm have been forecast
for the 24 hours from 9 am Thursday for the Wimmera Catchment. This rainfall is
expected to lead to renewed stream rises and possible minor flooding in the
upper reaches of the Wimmera Basin overnight Thursday into Friday.

The main flood waters will be around and downstream of Horsham during Wednesday
with stream rises occurring downstream of Horsham for the remainder of this
week.

Significant flows are present in the Richardson and Avon River systems.

Upstream of Horsham
The Wimmera River at Glenorchy has fallen below the Minor Flood Level (4.0
metres) and is continuing to fall slowly.

Horsham and Quantong Bridge
The Wimmera River at Drung Drung peaked at 4.70 metres Tuesday afternoon. The
river is currently steady at 4.1 metres and falling.

The Wimmera River at Horsham (Walmers) is expected to be around 3.3 metres
during Thursday morning. Flooding is expected to continue around and downstream
of Horsham during Thursday.

The Wimmera River at Quontong Bridge is currently at 6.41 metres and rising.
Flooding is expected to continue around and downstream of Quontong Bridge
during Thursday.

Wimmera River lower reaches
The Wimmera River U/S Dimboola is currently at 5.98 metres and rising. The
river will continue rising until the weekend.

In the interests of community safety the SES suggests following precautions:
* Don't walk, ride or drive through floodwater,
* Don't allow children to play in floodwater,
* Stay away from waterways and stormwater drains, and
* Keep well clear of fallen power lines

Contact the SES on 132 500, if emergency assistance is required.
Current Road and Traffic Information can be obtained from the VicRoads website:
http://www.vicroads.vic.gov.au/trafficalerts

Weather Forecast:
Weather Situation
A weakening cold front will cross western Victoria during Thursday before
slipping away southwards. A stronger cold front will approach Victoria Thursday
night and will sweep across the State on Friday morning. A high pressure system
will move across South Australia and New South Wales during the weekend and
will stay well to the north of Victoria. The next cold front will approach
western Victoria later on Sunday.

Forecast for the rest of Thursday
Cloudy. Areas of rain developing from late morning and the chance of
thunderstorms.

Forecast for Friday
Partly cloudy. Scattered showers.

Next Issue:
The next flood warning will be issued around 4 PM Thursday 9 September 2010.

Latest River Heights:
Mt Cole Ck. at Crowlands 0.49m steady 08:45 AM THU 09/09/10
Wattle Ck. at Navarre 0.93m steady 08:50 AM THU 09/09/10
Wimmera R. at Glynwylln 3.52m steady 08:28 AM THU 09/09/10
Concongella Ck. at Stawell 0.59m steady 08:45 AM THU 09/09/10
Wimmera R. at Glenorchy 1.35m falling 08:45 AM THU 09/09/10
Fyans Ck. at Fyans Ck. 0.14m steady 08:26 AM THU 09/09/10
Mt William Ck. at Lk. Lonsdale T/G 0.17m steady 08:45 AM THU 09/09/10
Burnt Ck. at Wonwondah East 0.58m steady 09:00 AM THU 09/09/10
Wimmera R. at Quontong Br. 6.41m steady 09:11 AM THU 09/09/10

Flood Warnings, Flood Watches, River Height and Rainfall information are
available on the Bureau of Meteorology web site at
http://www.bom.gov.au/vic/flood/. Flood Warnings and Flood Watches for
Victorian Catchments are available on: Telephone Weather Service No. 1300
659217.


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Victoria

Minor Flood Warning for the Broken River
Issued at 9:44 am EST on Thursday 9 September 2010
by the Bureau of Meteorology, Victorian Regional Office

In 24 hours to 9am Thursday rainfall totals up to 2 mm have been recorded
across the Broken catchment. Rainfall is expected during Thursday with rainfall
totals of up to 20 to 30 mm forecast in the Broken Catchment. This rainfall is
expected to lead to some renewed stream rises and possible renewed minor
flooding in the upper reaches of the Broken River and tributaries.

Benalla
Due to technical difficulties no automatic river height observations are
available at Benalla, however a manual level reading at Benalla has confirmed
the river is below the minor flood level of 2.50 metres.

Caseys Weir
The Broken River at Caseys Weir is currently at 1.02 metres (Minor Flood Level
2.1 metres) and continuing to fall.

Broken Creek
Broken Creek at Walsh Bridge is currently at 1.42 metres and rising slowly.
Early indications are that a peak between 2.2 and 2.3 metres is possible.
Prediction for Walsh Bridge will be provided once upstream gauges have peaked.

Orrvale
The Broken River at Orrvale fell below the Moderate Flood Level (7.2 metres)
metres) early Thursday morning. The river is currently at 6.9 metres (Minor
Flood Level 6.8 metres) and falling. The river is expected to fall below the
Minor Flood Level during Thursday afternoon.

In the interests of community safety the SES suggests following precautions:
* Don't walk, ride or drive through floodwater,
* Don't allow children to play in floodwater,
* Stay away from waterways and stormwater drains, and
* Keep well clear of fallen power lines

Contact the SES on 132 500, if emergency assistance is required.
Current Road and Traffic Information can be obtained from the VicRoads website:
http://www.vicroads.vic.gov.au/trafficalerts

Weather Forecast:
A weakening cold front will cross western Victoria during Thursday before
slipping away southwards. A stronger cold front will approach Victoria Thursday
night and will sweep across the State on Friday morning. A high pressure system
will move across South Australia and New South Wales during the weekend and
will stay well to the north of Victoria. The next cold front will approach
western Victoria later on Sunday.

Forecast for the rest of Thursday
Cloudy. Patchy rain, mainly this afternoon and tonight. The chance of
thunderstorms this afternoon and evening.

Forecast for Friday
Partly cloudy. Scattered showers until evening.

Next Issue:
The next flood warning will be issued around 2:30 PM Thursday 9 September 2010.

Latest River Heights:
Broken R. D/S Bridge Ck. 0.74m steady 08:34 AM THU 09/09/10
Broken R. at Moorngag 1.39m falling 09:36 AM THU 09/09/10
Broken R. at Broken Weir 176.96m steady 08:31 AM THU 09/09/10
Holland Ck. at Wrightley 1.08m falling 09:27 AM THU 09/09/10
Ryans Ck. at Loombah Res. D/S 1.01m steady 09:36 AM THU 09/09/10
Holland Ck. at Kelfeera 2.89m steady 08:45 AM THU 09/09/10
Broken R. at Caseys Weir 1.02m steady 08:45 AM THU 09/09/10
Broken R. at Gowangardie Weir 2.54m falling 08:45 AM THU 09/09/10
Broken R. at Orrvale 6.86m steady 09:36 AM THU 09/09/10
Broken Ck. at KD Walshs Br. 1.42m rising 08:45 AM THU 09/09/10
Broken Ck. at Nathalia 0.82m steady 08:45 AM THU 09/09/10

Flood Warnings, Flood Watches, River Height and Rainfall information are
available on the Bureau of Meteorology web site at
http://www.bom.gov.au/vic/flood/. Flood Warnings and Flood Watches for
Victorian Catchments are available on: Telephone Weather Service No. 1300
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Victoria

Moderate Flood Warning for the Goulburn River
Minor Flood Warning for the Acheron River
Issued at 9:43 am EST on Thursday 9 September 2010
by the Bureau of Meteorology, Victorian Regional Office

Since 9 am Wednesday rainfall totals of up to 2.4 mm at Avalon Station have
been recorded in the Goulburn catchment. Further rainfall is expected on
Thursday, with totals of 20 to 30 mm forecast in the Goulburn Catchment. This
rainfall is expected to lead to some small renewed stream rises and possible
renewed minor flooding in the upper reaches of the Goulburn and tributaries.

The main flood waters in the Goulburn Basin are now at Shepparton, and further
rises downstream of Shepparton are expected today.

Upstream of Lake Eildon
The Goulburn River at Doherty's is currently at 1.89 metres (Minor Flood Level
2.0 metres) and falling. As a result of forecast rainfall the river may rise
above the Minor Flood Level late Thursday into Friday.

Goulburn tributaries below Eildon and Seymour
The Acheron River at Taggerty is currently at 2.12 metres (Minor Flood Level
2.0 metres) and falling. Further rises are possible due to forecast rain in the
Goulburn catchment today with minor flooding continuing for several days.

Goulburn River Lake Eildon to Seymour
Goulburn River at Trawool is currently at 3.38 metres (Minor Flood Level 4.0
metres) and falling. Further rises are possible as a result of forecast
rainfall for Thursday.

Seymour
The Goulburn River at Seymour fell below Minor Flood Level (4.0 metres) late
Wednesday night and is currently at 3.63 metres and falling. Further rises are
possible as a result of forecast rainfall for Thursday.

Hughes Creek
Hughes Creek at Tarcombe Road is currently at 1.39 metres (2.0 metres) and
falling slowly. Further rises are possible as a result of forecast rainfall for
Thursday.

Murchison
The Goulburn River at Murchison is currently at 9.74 metres (Minor Flood Level
9.0 metres) and falling slowly. The river is expected to remain above the Minor
Flood Level for the next several days.

Seven Creeks at Kialla West
Seven Creeks at Kialla West is currently at 5.23 metres (Moderate Flood Level
5.0 metres) and falling. The river is expected to fall below the Moderate Flood
Level on Friday.

Broken River at Orrvale
The Broken River at Orrvale fell below Moderate Flood Level (7.2 metres) early
Thursday morning. The river is currently at 6.94 metres (Minor Flood Level 6.8
metres) and falling. The river is expected to fall below the Minor Flood Level
Thursday afternoon.

Goulburn River at Arcadia Downs
The Goulburn River at Arcadia Downs peaked at around 10.81 metres (Major Flood
Level 10.7 metres) at about 4am Wednesday. The river fell below Major Flood
Level Thursday morning and is currently at 10.68 metres (Moderate Flood Level
10.2 metres) and falling slowly. The river is expected to remain around this
level during Thursday and into Friday.

Shepparton
The Goulburn River at Shepparton peaked at 11.09 metres (Major Flood Level 11.0
metres) at about 6am Wednesday. The river fell below Major Flood Level late
Wednesday night and is currently at 10.85 metres (Moderate Flood Level 10.7
metres) and falling slowly. The river is expected to fall below the Moderate
Flood Level early Friday and fall to around 10 metres on Sunday (Minor Flood
Level 9.5 metres).

McCoys Bridge
The Goulburn River at McCoys Bridge is currently at 8.74 metres (Minor Flood
Level 9.0 metres) and rising. The river is expected to rise above Minor Flood
level Thursday afternoon and peak around the Moderate Flood Level (10 metres)
during Friday.

In the interests of community safety the SES suggests following precautions:
* Don't walk, ride or drive through floodwater,
* Don't allow children to play in floodwater,
* Stay away from waterways and stormwater drains, and
* Keep well clear of fallen power lines

Contact the SES on 132 500, if emergency assistance is required.
Current Road and Traffic Information can be obtained from the VicRoads website:
http://www.vicroads.vic.gov.au/trafficalerts

Weather Forecast:
A weakening cold front will cross western Victoria during Thursday before
slipping away southwards. A stronger cold front will approach Victoria Thursday
night and will sweep across the State on Friday morning. A high pressure system
will move across South Australia and New South Wales during the weekend and
will stay well to the north of Victoria. The next cold front will approach
western Victoria later on Sunday.

Forecast for the rest of Thursday
Cloudy. Patchy rain, mainly this afternoon and tonight. The chance of
thunderstorms this afternoon and evening.

Forecast for Friday
Partly cloudy. Scattered showers until evening.

Forecast for Saturday
Partly cloudy. Isolated showers from late morning until the evening.

Next Issue:
The next flood warning will be issued around 3 PM Thursday 9 September 2010.

Latest River Heights:
Delatite R. at Tonga Bridge 1.25m falling 02:45 AM THU 09/09/10
Goulburn R. at Doherty's 1.89m falling 05:45 AM THU 09/09/10
Goulburn R. D/S Lake Eildon 0.56m steady 05:45 AM THU 09/09/10
Rubicon R. at Rubicon 0.92m steady 05:45 AM THU 09/09/10
Home Ck. at Yarck 0.58m steady 06:30 AM THU 09/09/10
Acheron R. at Taggerty 2.12m falling 06:46 AM THU 09/09/10
Yea R. at Devlins Bridge 0.94m steady 06:29 AM THU 09/09/10
King Parrot Ck. at Flowerdale 0.95m steady 05:45 AM THU 09/09/10
Goulburn R. at Trawool 3.38m falling 05:45 AM THU 09/09/10
Sunday Ck. at Tallarook 0.55m steady 05:45 AM THU 09/09/10
Mollison Ck at Pyalong 1.28m steady 01:47 AM THU 09/09/10
Whiteheads Ck. at Seymour 1.52m steady 07:59 AM THU 09/09/10
Goulburn R. at Seymour 3.63m falling 05:45 AM THU 09/09/10
Hughes Ck. at Tarcombe Rd 1.39m falling 07:14 AM THU 09/09/10
Goulburn R. at Goulburn Weir DS 120.92m falling 07:46 AM THU 09/09/10
Goulburn R. at Murchison 9.74m falling 07:51 AM THU 09/09/10
Pranjip Ck. at Moorilim 2.97m steady 08:01 AM THU 09/09/10
Castle Ck. at Arcadia 1.11m steady 07:29 AM THU 09/09/10
Goulburn R. at Arcadia Downs 10.68m falling 07:37 AM THU 09/09/10
Seven Cks. at Euroa 1.73m steady 05:36 AM THU 09/09/10
Stoney Ck. at Tamleugh 1.77m steady 07:49 AM THU 09/09/10
Seven Cks. at Kialla West 5.23m steady 06:44 AM THU 09/09/10
Broken R. at Orrvale 6.94m falling 08:01 AM THU 09/09/10
Goulburn R. at Shepparton 10.85m falling 07:45 AM THU 09/09/10
Goulburn R. at McCoys Bridge 8.74m rising 05:30 AM THU 09/09/10

Flood Warnings, Flood Watches, River Height and Rainfall information are
available on the Bureau of Meteorology web site at
http://www.bom.gov.au/vic/flood/. Flood Warnings and Flood Watches for
Victorian Catchments are available on: Telephone Weather Service No. 1300
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Victoria

Moderate Flood Warning for the Loddon River
Issued at 9:11 am EST on Thursday 9 September 2010
by the Bureau of Meteorology, Victorian Regional Office

Since 9 am Wednesday up to 2.4 mm has been recorded in the Loddon catchment.
Rainfall totals of 10 to 20 mm have been forecast for the 24 hours from 9 am
Thursday for the Loddon Catchment. This rainfall is expected to lead to some
renewed stream rises and possible renewed minor flooding in the upper reaches
of the Loddon River and tributaries.

Stream levels in the Loddon catchment to Laanecoorie reservoir have peaked and
are now below the minor flood level, however further stream rises are expected
in late Thursday into Friday due to forecast rainfall. Rises in the Loddon
catchment downstream of Loddon Weir are expected over the coming days as flood
water moves down through the catchment.

Upstream of Laanecoorie Reservoir
Bet Bet Creek at Bet Bet is currently steady at 1.44 metres (Minor Flood Level
4.0 metres).

Downstream of Laanecoorie Reservoir
The Loddon River downstream of Laanecoorie is currently at 1.76 metres (Minor
Flood Level 1.5 metres) and falling.

The Loddon River D/S Loddon Weir is currently at 5.97 metres (Minor Flood Level
3.3 metres) and falling. The river is expected to remain above the Minor Flood
Level for the next several days.

Appin South
The Loddon River at Appin South is currently at 2.64 metres (Minor Flood Level
2.8 metres) and rising. Early indications are that the river will peak above
the Moderate Flood Level between 3.1 and 3.2 metres during Saturday into Sunday.

Kerang
Loddon River at Kerang is currently steady at 76.24 metres (Minor Flood Level
77.0 Metres. The river is expected to rise in several days as flood waters make
their way downstream from the Loddon Weir. A peak forecast will be provided
once upstream gauges have peaked.

In the interests of community safety the SES suggests following precautions:
* Don't walk, ride or drive through floodwater,
* Don't allow children to play in floodwater,
* Stay away from waterways and stormwater drains, and
* Keep well clear of fallen power lines

Contact the SES on 132 500, if emergency assistance is required.
Current Road and Traffic Information can be obtained from the VicRoads website:
http://www.vicroads.vic.gov.au/trafficalerts

Weather Forecast:
Weather Situation
A weakening cold front will cross western Victoria during Thursday before
slipping away southwards. A stronger cold front will approach Victoria Thursday
night and will sweep across the State on Friday morning. A high pressure system
will move across South Australia and New South Wales during the weekend and
will stay well to the north of Victoria. The next cold front will approach
western Victoria later on Sunday.

Forecast for the rest of Thursday
Cloudy. Areas of rain developing from late morning and the chance of
thunderstorms.

Forecast for Friday
Partly cloudy. Scattered showers.

Next Issue:
The next flood warning will be issued around 3.30 PM Thursday 9 September 2010.

Latest River Heights:
Loddon R. at Vaughan 1.31m steady 05:53 AM THU 09/09/10
Jim Crow Ck. at Yandoit 1.5m steady 06:00 AM THU 09/09/10
Muckleford Ck. at Muckleford 0.27m steady 05:45 AM THU 09/09/10
Loddon R. at Newstead 1.29m falling 06:06 AM THU 09/09/10
Loddon R. D/S Cairn Curran 0.03m steady 05:45 AM THU 09/09/10
Loddon R. D/S Cairn Curran 0.03m steady 05:45 AM THU 09/09/10
Tullaroop Ck. at Clunes 0.91m steady 05:53 AM THU 09/09/10
Bet Bet Ck. at Bet Bet 1.74m steady 05:51 AM THU 09/09/10
Loddon R. D/S Laanecoorie 1.76m falling 05:45 AM THU 09/09/10
Loddon R. at Serpetine Weir 2.07m falling 05:45 AM THU 09/09/10
Loddon R. D/S Loddon Weir 5.97m steady 05:45 AM THU 09/09/10
Loddon R. at Appin South 2.64m rising 05:45 AM THU 09/09/10
Loddon R. at Kerang 76.24m steady 06:00 AM THU 09/09/10

Flood Warnings, Flood Watches, River Height and Rainfall information are
available on the Bureau of Meteorology web site at
http://www.bom.gov.au/vic/flood/. Flood Warnings and Flood Watches for
Victorian Catchments are available on: Telephone Weather Service No. 1300
659217.


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Victoria

Major Flood Warning for the Avoca River
Issued at 8:27 am EST on Thursday 9 September 2010
by the Bureau of Meteorology, Victorian Regional Office

No significant rainfall totals have been recorded since 9:00 am Wednesday in
the Avoca River catchment. Rainfall totals of 10 to 20 mm have been forecast
for the 24 hours from 9 am Thursday for the Avoca Catchment. This rainfall is
expected to lead to renewed stream rises and possible renewed minor flooding in
the upper reaches of the Avoca River late Thursday into Friday.


The main flood waters in the Avoca River are now arriving in the Quambatook
area.

Upstream of Yawong Weir
Avoca River at Archdale Junction is continuing to fall.

Downstream of Yawong Weir
The Avoca River at Yawong Weir fell below the Minor Flood Level (3.0 metres),
around 2am Wednesday. The river is currently steady at 1.4 metres.

Charlton
The Avoca River at Charlton D/S fell below the Minor Flood Level (5.0 metres)
around 11pm Wednesday. The river is currently at 4.34 metres and falling.

The Avoca River at Quambatook is currently at 1.89 metres (Minor Flood Level
2.0 metres) and is expected to continue rising for several days. A peak height
around the Major Flood Level (2.4 metres) is expected Friday or Saturday.

In the interests of community safety the SES suggests following precautions:
* Don't walk, ride or drive through floodwater,
* Don't allow children to play in floodwater,
* Stay away from waterways and stormwater drains, and
* Keep well clear of fallen power lines

Contact the SES on 132 500, if emergency assistance is required.
Current Road and Traffic Information can be obtained from the VicRoads website:
http://www.vicroads.vic.gov.au/trafficalerts

Weather Forecast:
Weather Situation
A weakening cold front will cross western Victoria during Thursday before
slipping away southwards. A stronger cold front will approach Victoria Thursday
night and will sweep across the State on Friday morning. A high pressure system
will move across South Australia and New South Wales during the weekend and
will stay well to the north of Victoria. The next cold front will approach
western Victoria later on Sunday.

Forecast for the rest of Thursday
Cloudy. Areas of rain developing from late morning and the chance of
thunderstorms.

Forecast for Friday
Partly cloudy. Scattered showers.

Next Issue:
The next flood warning will be issued around 3:00 PM Thursday 9 September 2010.

Latest River Heights:
Avoca R. at Archdale Junction 1.03m steady 05:45 AM THU 09/09/10
Avoca R. at Yawong Weir 1.4m steady 05:45 AM THU 09/09/10
Avoca R. at Charlton D/S 4.34m falling 05:45 AM THU 09/09/10
Avoca R. at Quambatook 1.89m rising 05:45 AM THU 09/09/10

Flood Warnings, Flood Watches, River Height and Rainfall information are
available on the Bureau of Meteorology web site at
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Victorian Catchments are available on: Telephone Weather Service No. 1300
659217.


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Victoria

Local Waters Wind Warning
for Port Phillip.

Issued at 4:08 am EST on Thursday 9 September 2010.

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

Weather Situation
A weakening cold front will cross western Bass Strait during Thursday afternoon
before slipping away southwards.

Strong wind warning for Port Phillip
Winds: Northerly up to 30 knots this morning then easing. Seas: 1 to 2 metres.

Cancelled local wind warning for Western Port
Winds not expected to exceed 25 knots.

The next warning will be issued by 11:00 am EST Thursday.

More detailed information about local wind speed and direction and wave
information is available in the Local Waters Forecast.


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Victoria

Coastal Waters Wind Warning
for Victorian waters between Point Hicks and 60nm east of Gabo Island, between
Cape Otway and Cape Paterson.

Issued at 4:07 am EST on Thursday 9 September 2010.

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

Weather Situation
A weakening cold front will cross western Bass Strait during Thursday afternoon
before slipping away southwards.

Strong wind warning for Victorian waters between Cape Otway and Cape Paterson
Winds: Northerly up to 30 knots this morning then easing. Combined sea and
swell: Up to 4 metres.

Strong wind warning for Victorian waters between Point Hicks and 60nm east of
Gabo Island
Winds: Northerly up to 30 knots offshore at first this morning then easing.
Combined sea and swell: Up to 3 metres.

Cancelled coastal wind warning for Victorian waters between SA-VIC Border and
Cape Otway
Winds not expected to exceed 25 knots.

Cancelled coastal wind warning for Victorian waters between Cape Paterson and
Wilsons Promontory
Winds not expected to exceed 25 knots.

The next warning will be issued by 11:00 am EST Thursday.

More detailed information about local wind speed and direction and wave
information is available in the Coastal Waters Forecast.

Please note: coastal wind warnings now contain details of the highest average
wind speeds and highest combined sea and swell heights expected during the
warning period. More detailed sea and swell information will continue to be
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Flood Summary

Issued at 5:42 pm EST on Wednesday 8 September 2010.

The following Watches/Warnings are current:

Major Flood Warning for the Avoca River
Major Flood Warning for the Loddon River

Moderate Flood Warning for the Broken River
Moderate Flood Warning for the Wimmera River
Moderate Flood Warning for the Yarra River at Yarra Glen

Minor Flood Warning for the Kiewa River
Minor Flood Warning for the Latrobe River downstream of Yallourn
Minor Flood Warning for the Macalister River Downstream of Lake Glenmaggie
Minor Flood Warning for the Murray River upstream of Lake Hume
Minor Flood Warning for the Thomson River downstream of the Macalister River
Junction
Minor Flood Warning for the Wonnangatta and Mitchell Rivers.

Final Flood Warning for the Glenelg River
Final Flood Warning for the Mitta Mitta Upstream of Dartmouth

Major Flood Warning for the Goulburn River
Minor Flood Warning for the Acheron River


MINOR TO MODERATE FLOOD WARNING FOR RURAL AREAS ALONG THE MURRAY RIVER
DOWNSTREAM OF HUME DAM
Moderate Flood Warning for the Ovens River
Moderate Flood Warning for the King River
Minor Flood Warning for the Buffalo River
Minor Flood Warning for the Buckland River

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Moderate Flood Warning for the Yarra River at Yarra Glen
Issued at 5:31 pm EST on Wednesday 8 September 2010
by the Bureau of Meteorology, Victorian Regional Office in consultation with
Melbourne Water

The Upper Yarra River catchment has received rainfall averaging 35mm over four
day period from 09:00 Saturday 04/09/2010. The Lower Yarra region has received
average rainfall totals of 12mm for the same period. No significant rainfall
amount was recorded in both of the Upper Yarra region and the Lower Yarra
Region since 09:00am yesterday. Rainfall totals of up to 20mm in 24 hour
period starting 09:00 Thursday (09/09/2010) have been forecast for the Upper
Yarra region.

At Coldstream (Yarra Grange) the Yarra River reached its peak of 4.88m at 16:00
yesterday (Tuesday 07/09/2010). Currently the water level at this location is
still above the minor flood level of 4.1m and slowly falling.

At Yarra Glen the water level in the Yarra River reached the moderate flood
level of 4.5m at 22:00 last night. The river level at this site is currently
steady at 4.56m, which is above the moderate flood level of 4.5m.

Flooding in the Upper Yarra Region at Yarra Grange and Yarra Glen is causing
inundation in low-lying areas adjacent to the river; in particular bicycle
paths, pedestrian paths and parklands. No roads are affected at this stage.

River heights at 16:37 08/09/2010 were:

Upper Yarra
Yarra River at Millgrove: 1.580m, steady, [Minor flood level 2.00m]
Yarra River at Coldstream: 4.682m, falling, [Minor flood level 4.10m]
Yarra River at Yarra Glen: 4.560m, steady, [Moderate flood level 4.50m]
Yarra River d/s Yering Pumping Station: 1.870m, rising
Yarra River at Warrandyte: 1.560m, rising, [Minor flood level 3.00m]

Lower Yarra
Yarra River at Templestowe: 1.750m, steady, [Minor flood level 3.50m]
Yarra River at Heidelberg: 3.970m, rising, [Minor flood level 6.00m]
Yarra River at Fairfield: 1.530m, steady, [Minor flood level 3.00m]
Yarra River at Abbotsford: 1.310m, falling, [Minor flood level 2.70m]
Yarra River at Hawthorn: 0.330m, falling
Yarra River at Burnley: 0.130m, falling
Yarra River at Hanna St: 0.075m, falling

Watts River and Little Yarra River
Watts River at Maroondah Reservoir: 16.430m, steady
Watts River at Healesville: 2.290m, falling, [Minor flood level 2.85m]
Little Yarra River at Yarra Junction: 0.780m, steady

In the interests of community safety the SES suggests following precautions:
* Don't walk, ride or drive through floodwater,
* Don't allow children to play in floodwater,
* Stay away from waterways and stormwater drains, and
* Keep well clear of fallen power lines

Contact the SES on 132 500, if emergency assistance is required.
Current Road and Traffic Information can be obtained from the VicRoads website:
http://www.vicroads.vic.gov.au/trafficalerts

Weather Forecast:
Weather Situation
A cold front will approach western Victoria later today before weakening and
slipping southwards Thursday morning. A stronger cold front will approach
Victoria later Thursday and will sweep across the State Friday morning. A high
pressure system will move across South Australia and New South Wales during the
weekend and will stay well to the north of Victoria. The next cold front will
approach western Victoria later on Sunday.

Forecast for the rest of Wednesday
Partly cloudy. Isolated showers late this evening.

Forecast for Thursday
Cloudy. Patchy rain. The chance of thunderstorms during the afternoon and
evening.


The next warning will be issued around 11:30 AM on Thursday 9th September 2010.

Flood Warnings, Flood Watches, River Height and Rainfall information are
available on the Bureau of Meteorology web site at
http://www.bom.gov.au/vic/flood/. Flood Warnings and Flood Watches for
Victorian Catchments are available on: Telephone Weather Service No. 1300
659217.
River height and additional rainfall data for Greater Melbourne catchments is
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Victoria

Minor Flood Warning for the Thomson River downstream of the Macalister River
Junction
Issued at 5:11 pm EST on Wednesday 8 September 2010
by the Bureau of Meteorology, Victorian Regional Office

No rainfall has been recorded over the Thomson and macalister catchments since
9am Wednesday. Rainfall is expected during Thursday, with rainfall totals of up
to 10 to 15 mm in the Thompson and Macalister River catchments. This rainfall
may lead to small stream rises in the Thomson and renewed rises in the
Macalister River Catchment.

As a result of the minor flood flow releases from Lake Glenmaggie high stream
levels and minor flooding are expected along the Thomson River downstream of
the Macalister River Junction.

Thomson River upstream of Macalister River Junction
##

Macalister River
Southern Rural Water advises that releases from Lake Glenmaggie are steady at
8,770 Ml per day and will likely remain at this rate into Thursday.

Sale
The Thomson River at Sale Wharf is currently steady at 2.5 metres (Minor Flood
Level 2.4 metres). Areas of minor flooding will continue around and downstream
of Sale into Thursday.

In the interests of community safety the SES suggests following precautions:
* Don't walk, ride or drive through floodwater,
* Don't allow children to play in floodwater,
* Stay away from waterways and stormwater drains, and
* Keep well clear of fallen power lines

Contact the SES on 132 500, if emergency assistance is required.
Current Road and Traffic Information can be obtained from the VicRoads website:
http://www.vicroads.vic.gov.au/trafficalerts

Weather Forecast:
Weather Situation
A cold front will approach western Victoria later today before weakening and
slipping southwards Thursday morning. A stronger cold front will approach
Victoria later Thursday and will sweep across the State Friday morning. A high
pressure system will move across South Australia and New South Wales during the
weekend and will stay well to the north of Victoria. The next cold front will
approach western Victoria later on Sunday.

Forecast for the rest of Wednesday
Partly cloudy.

Forecast for Thursday
Cloudy. Patchy rain. The chance of thunderstorms during the afternoon and
evening.

Next Issue:
The next Flood Warning will be issued around 9:30 AM Thursday 9 September 2010.

Latest River Heights:
Aberfeldy R. at Beardmore 0.96m steady 01:39 PM WED 08/09/10
Thomson R. at The Narrows 0.49m steady 05:34 AM WED 08/09/10
Thomson R. at Cooper Creek 0.63m falling 02:34 PM WED 08/09/10
Thomson R. U/S Cowwarr Weir 2.63m falling 02:45 PM WED 08/09/10
Thomson R. U/S Cowwarr Weir 2.63m falling 02:45 PM WED 08/09/10
Thomson R. at Heyfield 0.67m steady 02:45 PM WED 08/09/10
Rainbow Ck. at Heyfield 1.36m steady 02:45 PM WED 08/09/10
Thomson R. at Wandocka 2.32m steady 04:17 PM WED 08/09/10
Macalister R. D/S Lake Glenmaggie 2.49m rising 04:28 PM WED 08/09/10
Macalister R. D/S Lake Glenmaggie 2.49m rising 04:28 PM WED 08/09/10
Thomson R. at Bundalaguah 6.73m steady 03:00 PM WED 08/09/10
Latrobe R. at Rosedale 4.00m steady 03:00 PM WED 08/09/10
Thomson R. at Sale Wharf 2.50m steady 03:25 PM WED 08/09/10

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Victoria

Moderate Flood Warning for the Ovens River
Moderate Flood Warning for the King River
Minor Flood Warning for the Buffalo River
Minor Flood Warning for the Buckland River
Issued at 4:37 pm EST on Wednesday 8 September 2010
by the Bureau of Meteorology, Victorian Regional Office

Since 9am Wednesday no significant rainfall has been recorded in the Ovens and
King River catchments. No significant rainfall has been forecast for the rest
of Wednesday. Further rainfall totals of up to 20 to 30mm are forecast in the
Ovens Catchment during Thursday. This rainfall is expected to lead to some
small renewed stream rises and possible renewed minor flooding in the upper
reaches of the Ovens Basin.

Minor to Moderate flooding is occurring in the King and Ovens catchments.

Ovens River upstream of Bright
The Ovens River at Bright is currently below the Minor Flood Level (3.0 metres)
and falling.

Buckland River
The Buckland River at Harris Lane is below the Minor Flood Level (2.8 metres)
and falling.

Myrtleford
The Ovens River at Eurobin is is below the Minor Flood Level (4.5 metres) and
falling.

Buffalo River
The Buffalo River downstream of Lake Buffalo is currently at 3.72 metres (Minor
Flood level 3.0 metres) and falling. The river is expected to remain above the
Minor Flood Level for several days.

Rocky Point
The Ovens River at Rocky Point is currently at 3.54 metres (Minor Flood Level
3.2 metres) and falling. The river is expected to remain above the Minor Flood
Level for several days.

Upper King River
The King River at Cheshunt is currently below the Minor Flood Level (1.8
metres) and falling.

Docker Road
The King River at Docker Road is at 3.95 metres (Moderate Flood Level 3.95
metres) and falling slowly. The river is expected to remain above the Minor
Flood Level into early next week.

Wangaratta
The Ovens River at Wangaratta peaked at 12.80 metres (Major Flood Level 12.7
metres) around 4pm Monday, and is now falling slowly. The river fell below the
Major Flood Level around 1 PM Tuesday. The river is currently at 12.6 metres
and expected to fall below the Moderate Flood Level (12.4 metres) between 6.00
and 11.00 AM Thursday.

In the interests of community safety the SES suggests following precautions:
* Don't walk, ride or drive through floodwater,
* Don't allow children to play in floodwater,
* Stay away from waterways and stormwater drains, and
* Keep well clear of fallen power lines

Contact the SES on 132 500, if emergency assistance is required.
Current Road and Traffic Information can be obtained from the VicRoads website:
http://www.vicroads.vic.gov.au/trafficalerts

Weather Forecast:
Weather Situation
A cold front will approach western Victoria later today before weakening and
slipping southwards Thursday morning. A stronger cold front will approach
Victoria later Thursday and will sweep across the State Friday morning. A high
pressure system will move across South Australia and New South Wales during the
weekend and will stay well to the north of Victoria. The next cold front will
approach western Victoria later on Sunday.

Forecast for the rest of Wednesday
Partly cloudy.

Forecast for Thursday
Cloudy. Areas of rain. The chance of thunderstorms during the afternoon and
evening.

Next Issue:
The next flood warning will be issued at 9:00 AM Thursday 9 September 2010.

Latest River Heights:
Ovens R. at Harrietville 2.26m steady 11:45 AM WED 08/09/10
Ovens R. at Bright 2.82m falling 03:29 PM WED 08/09/10
Buckland R. at Upper Buckland 2.11m rising 02:45 PM WED 08/09/10
Buckland R. at Harris Lane 2.63m falling 03:22 PM WED 08/09/10
Ovens River at Eurobin 4.36m falling 03:00 PM WED 08/09/10
Ovens R. at Myrtleford 3.26m falling 02:45 PM WED 08/09/10
Buffalo R. at Abbeyard 1.78m steady 02:45 PM WED 08/09/10
Buffalo R. D/S Lake Buffalo 3.72m falling 02:30 PM WED 08/09/10
Ovens R. at Rocky Point 3.54m falling 03:18 PM WED 08/09/10
King R. D/S Lake William Hovell 1.81m falling 09:00 AM WED 08/09/10
King R. at Cheshunt 1.14m steady 01:25 PM WED 08/09/10
King R. at Edi 1.92m falling 02:45 PM WED 08/09/10
Boggy Ck. at Angleside 1.08m steady 02:45 PM WED 08/09/10
King R. at Docker Rd Bridge 3.95m steady 02:45 PM WED 08/09/10
Hurdle Ck. at Bobinawarrah 0.81m steady 02:45 PM WED 08/09/10
Fifteen Mile Ck. at Greta South 1.88m steady 03:04 PM WED 08/09/10
Fifteen Mile Ck. at Glenrowan 1.13m falling 02:45 PM WED 08/09/10
Ovens R. at Wangaratta 12.56m falling 02:45 PM WED 08/09/10

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Minor Flood Warning for the Kiewa River
Issued at 12:01 pm EST on Wednesday 8 September 2010
by the Bureau of Meteorology, Victorian Regional Office

No rainfall has been recorded in the Kiewa river catchment since 9am Tuesday,
and little rainfall is expected during Wednesday.

Rainfall is possible on Thursday and Friday, with rainfall totals of up to 30
mm forecast in the Kiewa catchment. This rainfall is expected to lead to some
small renewed stream rises and possible renewed minor flooding in the upper
reaches of the Kiewa catchment.

Flooding is currently occurring in the Kiewa catchment and expected to continue
over the next several days.

AGL Hydro advises that releases from storages into the Kiewa River are
currently steady at around 100 ML/hour.

Mongans Bridge
Kiewa River at Mongans Bridge is currently at 2.27 metres and falling. Forecast
rainfall for Thursday and Friday may see the river rise above the Minor Flood
Level (2.4 metres) early Friday.

The main channel of the Kiewa River is currently steady at 3.33 metres (Minor
Flood Level 3.3 metres). The river is expected to remain above the Minor Flood
Level overnight Wednesday into Thursday.

Bandiana
The Kiewa River at Bandiana is currently at 2.91 metres (Moderate Flood Level
3.1 metres) and falling slowly. The river is expected to remain above Minor
Flood Level (2.7 metres) for several days.

In the interests of community safety the SES suggests the following precautions:
* Don't walk, ride or drive through floodwater,
* Don't allow children to play in floodwater,
* Stay away from waterways and stormwater drains, and
* Keep well clear of fallen power lines

Contact the SES on 132 500, if emergency assistance is required.
Current Road and Traffic Information can be obtained from the VicRoads website:
http://www.vicroads.vic.gov.au/trafficalerts

Weather Forecast:
A cold front will approach western Victoria later today before weakening and
slipping southwards Thursday morning. A stronger cold front will approach
Victoria later Thursday and will sweep across the State Friday morning. A high
pressure system will move across South Australia and New South Wales during the
weekend and will stay well to the north of Victoria.


Forecast for the rest of Wednesday
Partly cloudy. Areas of fog and patches of frost this morning.

Forecast for Thursday
Cloudy. Areas of rain. The chance of thunderstorms in the afternoon and
evening.

Forecast for Friday
Cloudy. Areas of rain, easing to scattered showers during the afternoon.

Forecast for Saturday
Partly cloudy. Isolated showers about the ranges, extending throughout from the
late morning.

Next Issue:
The next flood warning will be issued at 11:30 AM Thursday 9 September 2010.

Latest River Heights:
Kiewa R. at Mongans Bridge 2.27m falling 08:45 AM WED 08/09/10
Kiewa R. at Kiewa Main Channel 3.33m steady 08:45 AM WED 08/09/10
Kiewa R. at Kiewa Anabranch 1.89m falling 08:45 AM WED 08/09/10
Yack'andah Ck. at Osbornes Flat 1.19m steady 08:45 AM WED 08/09/10
Kiewa R. at Bandiana 2.91m falling 08:45 AM WED 08/09/10

Flood Warnings, Flood Watches, River Height and Rainfall information are
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Victorian Catchments are available on: Telephone Weather Service No. 1300
659217.


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Victoria

MINOR TO MODERATE FLOOD WARNING FOR RURAL AREAS ALONG THE MURRAY RIVER
DOWNSTREAM OF HUME DAM
Issued at 11:49 am EST on Wednesday 8 September 2010
by the Bureau of Meteorology, Victorian Regional Office

The Murray River at Yarrawonga peaked near 6.9 metres Wednesday morning with
moderate flooding.

Predicted River Heights/Flows:
Albury - remain below minor flood level

Corowa - peak near 4 metres Wednesday evening/ Thursday with minor rural
flooding.


Tocumwal - exceed minor flood level (6.4 metres) Thursday morning
- reach moderate flood level (6.7 metres) late Thursday/Friday

Deniliquin - reach 6.5 metres around 19/9/10 with minor rural flooding

Echuca / Moama - reach 94 metres (AHD) around 15/9/10 with moderate rural
flooding - note river levels will be close to the peak
for several days before the maximum level is recorded.

Barham - reach 5.9 metres around 19/9/10 with moderate rural flooding

In the interests of community safety the SES suggests following precautions:
* Don't walk, ride or drive through floodwater,
* Don't allow children to play in floodwater,
* Stay away from waterways and stormwater drains, and
* Keep well clear of fallen power lines

Contact the SES on 132 500, if emergency assistance is required.
Current Road and Traffic Information can be obtained from the VicRoads website:
http://www.vicroads.vic.gov.au/trafficalerts

Weather Forecast:
Weather Situation
A cold front will approach western Victoria later today before weakening and
slipping southwards Thursday morning. A stronger cold front will approach
Victoria later Thursday and will sweep across the State Friday morning. A high
pressure system will move across South Australia and New South Wales during the
weekend and will stay well to the north of Victoria.

Forecast for the rest of Wednesday
Partly cloudy. Isolated showers during the evening.

Forecast for Thursday
Cloudy. Areas of rain. The chance of thunderstorms in the afternoon and
evening.

Next Issue:
The next warning will be issued around 11am Thursday 9/9/2010.

Latest River Heights:
Murray R. at Heywoods 1.21m steady 10:00 AM WED 08/09/10
Murray R. at Doctors Point 2.87m falling 08:52 AM WED 08/09/10
Kiewa R. at Bandiana 2.91m steady 08:45 AM WED 08/09/10
Murray R at Albury 1.89m steady 11:00 AM WED 08/09/10
Murray R. at Corowa 3.82m steady 11:00 AM WED 08/09/10
Ovens R. at Wangaratta 12.59m steady 08:30 AM WED 08/09/10
Murray R. at Yarrawonga Weir D/S 6.81m steady 11:30 AM WED 08/09/10
Murray R. at Yarrawonga Weir D/S 6.81m steady 11:30 AM WED 08/09/10
Murray R. at Tocumwal 4.52m rising 08:45 AM WED 08/09/10
Murray R. at Barmah 3.77m steady 08:45 AM WED 08/09/10
Goulburn R. at Shepparton 11.09m steady 09:45 AM WED 08/09/10
Goulburn R. at McCoys Bridge 8.05m steady 08:30 AM WED 08/09/10
Murray R. at Echuca Wharf 89.5m steady 08:45 AM WED 08/09/10
Loddon R. at Kerang 76.23m steady 08:45 AM WED 08/09/10
Murray R. at Swan Hill 3.74m rising 08:45 AM WED 08/09/10
Wakool R at Stoney Crossing 1.83m steady 09:15 AM WED 08/09/10
Murray R at Liewah 2.69m steady 09:00 AM WED 08/09/10
Murrumbidgee R D/S Balranald Weir 0.75m steady 11:30 AM WED 08/09/10
Murray R. at Boundary Bend 4.32m steady 08:45 AM WED 08/09/10
Murray R. at Colignan 4.38m steady 11:41 AM WED 08/09/10
Murray R. at Mildura Weir D/S 32.09m rising 09:00 AM WED 08/09/10
Murray R. at Mildura Weir D/S 32.09m rising 09:00 AM WED 08/09/10
Murray R at Wentworth Lock 10 29.02m falling 09:00 AM WED 08/09/10
Murray R at Wentworth Lock 10 29.02m falling 09:00 AM WED 08/09/10

Flood Warnings, Flood Watches, River Height and Rainfall information are
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Victoria


Minor Flood Warning for the Wonnangatta and Mitchell Rivers.
Issued at 10:41 am EST on Wednesday 8 September 2010
by the Bureau of Meteorology, Victorian Regional Office

In the 24 hours to 9:00 am Wednesday no significant rainfall has been recorded
in the Mitchell River catchment. No significant rainfall is expected during
Wednesday, however further rainfall is forecast for Thursday, with totals of up
to 5 to 10 mm possible. This rainfall may lead to small renewed stream rises in
the Mitchell Catchment.

Mitchell River upstream of Glenaladale
The Wonnangatta River at Waterford is currently at 3.44 metres (Minor Flood
Level 3.5 metres) and falling slowly. The river is expected to remain below the
minor flood level.

Glenaladale
The Mitchell River at Glenaladale is currently at 2.84 metres (Minor Flood
Level 3.0 metres) and falling slowly. The river is expected to remain below the
minor flood level.

Bairnsdale
The Mitchell River at Rosehill peaked at 7.95 metres. The river is currently at
6.46 metres and falling slowly.

The Mitchell River at Bairnsdale Pumphouse peaked around 6.4 metres between
12.00 pm and 2.00 pm Monday. The river is currently at 4.73 metres (Minor Flood
Level 4.0 metres) and falling very slowly. It is expected that the river will
fall below the Minor Flood Level overnight Wednesday into Thursday.

In the interests of community safety the SES suggests following precautions:
* Don't walk, ride or drive through floodwater,
* Don't allow children to play in floodwater,
* Stay away from waterways and stormwater drains, and
* Keep well clear of fallen power lines

Contact the SES on 132 500, if emergency assistance is required.
Current Road and Traffic Information can be obtained from the VicRoads website:
http://www.vicroads.vic.gov.au/trafficalerts

Weather Forecast:
Weather Situation
A cold front will approach western Victoria later today before weakening and
slipping southwards Thursday morning. A stronger cold front will approach
Victoria later Thursday and will sweep across the State Friday morning. A high
pressure system will move across South Australia and New South Wales during the
weekend and will stay well to the north of Victoria.

Forecast for the rest of Wednesday
Partly cloudy. Patchy fog and frost this morning.

Forecast for Thursday
Cloudy. Patchy rain about the ranges, extending throughout from the morning.
The chance of thunderstorms about the ranges in the afternoon and evening.

Next Issue:
The next flood warning will be issued around 10:30 AM Thursday 9 September 2010.

Latest River Heights:
Wonnangatta R. at Crooked R. 2.88m steady 08:45 AM WED 08/09/10
Wonnangatta R. at Waterford 3.44m falling 10:08 AM WED 08/09/10
Dargo R. at Lower Dargo Road 2.65m falling 08:49 AM WED 08/09/10
Mitchell R. at Glenaladale 2.84m falling 09:41 AM WED 08/09/10
Mitchell R. at Bulmers Lane 3.52m steady 08:45 AM WED 08/09/10
Mitchell R at Rosehill 6.46m falling 10:20 AM WED 08/09/10
Mitchell R. at Bairnsdale Pumphouse 4.73m falling 09:55 AM WED 08/09/10

Flood Warnings, Flood Watches, River Height and Rainfall information are
available on the Bureau of Meteorology web site at
http://www.bom.gov.au/vic/flood/. Flood Warnings and Flood Watches for
Victorian Catchments are available on: Telephone Weather Service No. 1300
659217.


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Victoria

Minor Flood Warning for the Macalister River Downstream of Lake Glenmaggie
Issued at 10:41 am EST on Wednesday 8 September 2010
by the Bureau of Meteorology, Victorian Regional Office

No rainfall has been recorded across the Macalister River catchment since 9 am
Tuesday. No significant rainfall is expected during Wednesday, however further
rainfall is possible during Thursday, with rainfall totals of up to 10 mm in
the Macalister River catchment. This rainfall may lead to some small renewed
rises in the Macalister River Catchment.

As a result of rainfall and possible snow melt over the weekend, high stream
levels are currently occurring along the Macalister River downstream of Lake
Glenmaggie.

Macalister Catchment upstream of Lake Glenmaggie
The Macalister River at Glencairn peaked at 3.2 metres around 5:30 am Sunday
morning. The river is currently at 1.27 metres and falling.

Macalister Catchment downstream of Lake Glenmaggie
Southern Rural Water advises that releases from Lake Glenmaggie are currently
at 8,770 ML/d (Minor Flood Flow 7,500 ML/d) and will remain steady throughout
Wednesday. High stream levels and areas of minor flooding will continue
downstream of lake Glenmaggie for the remainder of Wednesday.

In the interests of community safety the SES suggests following precautions:
* Don't walk, ride or drive through floodwater,
* Don't allow children to play in floodwater,
* Stay away from waterways and stormwater drains, and
* Keep well clear of fallen power lines

Contact the SES on 132 500, if emergency assistance is required.
Current Road and Traffic Information can be obtained from the VicRoads website:
http://www.vicroads.vic.gov.au/trafficalerts

Weather Forecast:
A cold front will approach western Victoria later today before weakening and
slipping southwards Thursday morning. A stronger cold front will approach
Victoria later Thursday and will sweep across the State Friday morning. A high
pressure system will move across South Australia and New South Wales during the
weekend and will stay well to the north of Victoria.

Forecast for the rest of Wednesday
Partly cloudy. Patchy fog and frost this morning.

Forecast for Thursday
Cloudy. Patchy rain about the ranges, extending throughout from the morning.
The chance of thunderstorms about the ranges in the afternoon and evening.

Forecast for Friday
Cloudy. Scattered showers.

Next Issue:
The next flood warning will be issued at 10:30am Thursday 9 September 2010.

Latest River Heights:
Macalister R. at Glencairn 1.27m falling 10:03 AM WED 08/09/10
Macalister R. at Licola 2.78m steady 08:45 AM WED 08/09/10
Macalister R. at Stringybark Ck. 1.24m falling 10:07 AM WED 08/09/10
Glenmaggie Ck. at The Gorge 1.3m steady 10:03 AM WED 08/09/10
Macalister R. at Lk. Glenmaggie H/G 76.56m steady 10:07 AM WED 08/09/10
Macalister R. D/S Lake Glenmaggie 2.5m steady 10:25 AM WED 08/09/10

Flood Warnings, Flood Watches, River Height and Rainfall information are
available on the Bureau of Meteorology web site at
http://www.bom.gov.au/vic/flood/. Flood Warnings and Flood Watches for
Victorian Catchments are available on: Telephone Weather Service No. 1300
659217.


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Victoria

This flood warning covers both the Victorian and New South Wales
parts of the Murray River catchment upstream of Lake Hume.

Minor Flood Warning for the Murray River upstream of Lake Hume
Issued at 10:25 am EST on Wednesday 8 September 2010
by the Bureau of Meteorology, Victorian Regional Office

Reissue to correct date of next issue.

No rainfall has been recorded in the Upper Murray catchment since 9am
Wednesday.

Further rainfall is expected on Thursday with possible totals of 20 to 30 mm in
the Upper Murray catchment. This rainfall is expected to lead to renewed stream
rises with the potential for minor flooding during Friday and Saturday.

Upstream of Jingellic
Snowy Hydro advise that releases from Khancoban Storage have fallen below the
Minor Flood Level (113m3/s).

The Murray river at Biggara is currently at 2.1 metres (Minor Flood Level 2.0
metres) and falling slowly. The river is expected to fall below the Minor Flood
Level during Wednesday afternoon.

The Murray River at Bringenbrong is currently at 3.1 metres (Minor Flood Level
(3.0 metres) and falling slowly. The river is expected to fall below the Minor
Flood Level during Wednesday evening.

Jingellic
The Murray River at Jingellic is currently at 4.79 metres (Minor Flood Level
4.0 metres) and falling slowly. The river is expected to stay above the Minor
FLood Level during Wednesday into Thursday.

In the interests of community safety the SES suggests following precautions:
* Don't walk, ride or drive through floodwater,
* Don't allow children to play in floodwater,
* Stay away from waterways and stormwater drains, and
* Keep well clear of fallen power lines

Contact the SES on 132 500, if emergency assistance is required.
Current Road and Traffic Information can be obtained from the VicRoads website:
http://www.vicroads.vic.gov.au/trafficalerts

Weather Forecast:
Weather Situation
A cold front will approach western Victoria later today before weakening and
slipping southwards Thursday morning. A stronger cold front will approach
Victoria later Thursday and will sweep across the State Friday morning. A high
pressure system will move across South Australia and New South Wales during the
weekend and will stay well to the north of Victoria.

Forecast for the rest of Wednesday
Partly cloudy.

Forecast for Thursday
Cloudy. Areas of rain. The chance of thunderstorms in the afternoon and
evening.

Next Issue:
The next flood warning will be issued around 10.00 AM Wednesday 9 September
2010.

Latest River Heights:
Murray R. at Biggara 2.1m falling 08:49 AM WED 08/09/10
Murray R. at Bringenbrong 3.1m falling 08:57 AM WED 08/09/10
Corryong Ck. at Towong 2.66m steady 08:45 AM WED 08/09/10
Tooma R. at Pinegrove 2.78m steady 10:00 AM WED 08/09/10
Cudgewa Ck. at Berringama 1.82m steady 06:00 AM WED 08/09/10
Murray R. at Jingellic 4.79m falling 08:45 AM WED 08/09/10
Jingellic Ck at Jingellic 1.55m steady 11:00 PM TUE 07/09/10
Tallangatta Ck. at McCallums 1.24m steady 08:30 AM WED 08/09/10

Flood Warnings, Flood Watches, River Height and Rainfall information are
available on the Bureau of Meteorology web site at
http://www.bom.gov.au/vic/flood/. Flood Warnings and Flood Watches for
Victorian Catchments are available on: Telephone Weather Service No. 1300
659217.


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Victoria

Final Flood Warning for the Mitta Mitta Upstream of Dartmouth
Issued at 10:19 am EST on Wednesday 8 September 2010
by the Bureau of Meteorology, Victorian Regional Office

No rainfall has been recorded in the Mitta Mitta catchment since 9am Tuesday
and little rainfall is expected throughout the rest of Wednesday. Rainfall is
likely on Thursday, with rainfall totals of up to 30 mm forecast in the Mitta
Mitta catchment. This rainfall is expected to lead to some small renewed stream
rises and possible renewed minor flooding in the upper reaches of the Mitta
Mitta catchment.

Mitta Mitta upstream of Dartmouth
The Mitta Mitta River at Hinnomunjie peaked at 3.5 metres (Major Flood Level 3
metres) during Saturday evening. The river is currently at 1.74 metres (Minor
Flood Level 1.8 metres) and falling. Renewed stream rises are likely to occur
over the coming days as a result of forecast rainfall.

The Big River at Joker Ck peaked at 3.73 metres (Moderate Flood Level 3.7
metres) at around 7 pm Saturday. The river is currently at 2.08 metres (Minor
Flood Level 2.8 metres) and falling. Renewed stream rises are likely to occur
over the coming days as a result of forecast rainfall.

Tallandoon
The Mitta Mitta River at Tallandoon peaked at 4.1 metres (Minor Flood Level
(4.2 metres) around Sunday afternoon and is continuing to fall. The river is
currently at 2.83 metres.

In the interests of community safety the SES suggests following precautions:
* Don't walk, ride or drive through floodwater,
* Don't allow children to play in floodwater,
* Stay away from waterways and stormwater drains, and
* Keep well clear of fallen power lines

Contact the SES on 132 500, if emergency assistance is required.
Current Road and Traffic Information can be obtained from the VicRoads website:
http://www.vicroads.vic.gov.au/trafficalerts

Weather Forecast:
A cold front will approach western Victoria later today before weakening and
slipping southwards Thursday morning. A stronger cold front will approach
Victoria later Thursday and will sweep across the State Friday morning. A high
pressure system will move across South Australia and New South Wales during the
weekend and will stay well to the north of Victoria.


Forecast for the rest of Wednesday
Partly cloudy. Areas of fog and patches of frost this morning.

Forecast for Thursday
Cloudy. Areas of rain. The chance of thunderstorms in the afternoon and
evening.

Forecast for Friday
Cloudy. Areas of rain, easing to scattered showers during the afternoon.

Next Issue:
No further flood warnings will be issued for this event.

Latest River Heights:
Big R. at Joker Creek 2.05m falling 08:45 AM WED 08/09/10
Mitta Mitta R. at Hinnomunjie 1.76m steady 08:30 AM WED 08/09/10
Gibbo R. at Gibbo Park 1.74m falling 05:45 AM WED 08/09/10
Mitta Mitta R. at Colemans 0.87m steady 08:41 AM WED 08/09/10
Snowy Ck. at Granite Flat 1.96m steady 08:30 AM WED 08/09/10
Mitta Mitta R. at Tallandoon 2.83m falling 08:30 AM WED 08/09/10
Tallangatta Ck. at McCallums 1.24m steady 08:30 AM WED 08/09/10

Flood Warnings, Flood Watches, River Height and Rainfall information are
available on the Bureau of Meteorology web site at
http://www.bom.gov.au/vic/flood/. Flood Warnings and Flood Watches for
Victorian Catchments are available on: Telephone Weather Service No. 1300
659217.


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Victoria

Final Flood Warning for the Glenelg River
Issued at 10:12 am EST on Wednesday 8 September 2010
by the Bureau of Meteorology, Victorian Regional Office

In the 24 hours to 9 am Wednesday no significant rainfall has been recorded in
the Glenelg River catchment. No significant rainfall has been forecast for
Wednesday. During Thursday rainfall totals of 10 to 20 mm have been forecast
for the South West.

Stream levels in the Glenelg River between Dergholm and Casterton have now
fallen below the minor flood level and are continuing to fall.

Dergholm
Glenelg River at Dergholm peaked around 4.0 metres during Monday, and has now
fallen below the minor flood level (3.7 metres).

Casterton
The Glenelg River at Casterton peaked around the minor flood level (3.8 metres)
overnight Tuesday. The river fell below the minor flood level Wednesday morning
and is currently at 3.28 metres and falling.

Predicted River Heights/Flows:
##

In the interests of community safety the SES suggests following precautions:
* Don't walk, ride or drive through floodwater,
* Don't allow children to play in floodwater,
* Stay away from waterways and stormwater drains, and
* Keep well clear of fallen power lines

Contact the SES on 132 500, if emergency assistance is required.
Current Road and Traffic Information can be obtained from the VicRoads website:
http://www.vicroads.vic.gov.au/trafficalerts

Weather Forecast:
Weather Situation
A cold front will approach western Victoria later today before weakening and
slipping southwards Thursday morning. A stronger cold front will approach
Victoria later Thursday and will sweep across the State Friday morning. A high
pressure system will move across South Australia and New South Wales during the
weekend and will stay well to the north of Victoria.

Forecast for the rest of Wednesday
Partly cloudy. Isolated light showers this afternoon and evening.

Forecast for Thursday
Cloudy. Areas of rain. The chance of thunderstorms in the afternoon and
evening.

Next Issue:
No further flood warnings will be issued for this event.

Latest River Heights:
Glenelg R. at Fulhams Bridge 1.52m falling 08:45 AM WED 08/09/10
Glenelg R. at Dergholm 3.18m falling 11:12 AM TUE 07/09/10
Glenelg R. at Casterton 3.28m falling 09:00 AM WED 08/09/10

Flood Warnings, Flood Watches, River Height and Rainfall information are
available on the Bureau of Meteorology web site at
http://www.bom.gov.au/vic/flood/. Flood Warnings and Flood Watches for
Victorian Catchments are available on: Telephone Weather Service No. 1300
659217.


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Victoria

Minor Flood Warning for the Latrobe River downstream of Yallourn
Issued at 9:32 am EST on Wednesday 8 September 2010
by the Bureau of Meteorology, Victorian Regional Office

Since 9am Tuesday no rainfall has been recorded in the Latrobe basin. No
significant has been forecast for the rest of Wednesday, however further
rainfall is possible on Thursday with rainfall totals of up to 15 mm forecast
in the Latrobe Catchment. This rainfall is expected to lead to some renewed
stream rises in the upper reaches of the Latrobe River and tributaries.

Latrobe River downstream of Yallourn
The Latrobe River at Thoms Bridge peaked at around 3.8 metres (Minor Flood
Level 4.0 metres) at 7am Monday. The river is currently at 2.37 metres and
falling.

Rosedale
The Latrobe River at Rosedale is currently peaking at 4.01 metres (Minor Flood
Level 4.0 metres). The river is expected to remain around the Minor Flood Level
for the majority of Wednesday.

In the interests of community safety the SES suggests following precautions:
* Don't walk, ride or drive through floodwater,
* Don't allow children to play in floodwater,
* Stay away from waterways and stormwater drains, and
* Keep well clear of fallen power lines

Contact the SES on 132 500, if emergency assistance is required.
Current Road and Traffic Information can be obtained from the VicRoads website:
http://www.vicroads.vic.gov.au/trafficalerts

Weather Forecast:
A cold front will approach western Victoria later today before weakening and
slipping southwards Thursday morning. A stronger cold front will approach
Victoria later Thursday and will sweep across the State Friday morning. A high
pressure system will move across South Australia and New South Wales during the
weekend and will stay well to the north of Victoria.


Forecast for the rest of Wednesday
Partly cloudy. Patchy fog and frost this morning.


Forecast for Thursday
Cloudy. Patchy rain about the ranges, extending throughout from the morning.
The chance of thunderstorms about the ranges in the afternoon and evening.

Next Issue:
The next flood warning will be issued around 9:30 AM Thursday 9 September 2010.

Latest River Heights:

Latrobe R. at Willow Grove 1.51m steady 08:30 AM WED 08/09/10
Tanjil R. at Tanjil Junction 0.9m steady 08:45 AM WED 08/09/10
Tanjil R. at Tanjil South 1.32m steady 08:45 AM WED 08/09/10
Moe R. at Darnum 1.69m falling 08:45 AM WED 08/09/10
Moe Drain at Trafalgar East 1.5m steady 08:45 AM WED 08/09/10
Narracan Ck. at Thorpdale 1.27m steady 08:39 AM WED 08/09/10
Narracan Ck. at Moe 0.72m falling 09:12 AM WED 08/09/10
Morwell R. at Boolarra 0.79m falling 08:45 AM WED 08/09/10
Latrobe R. at Thom's Bridge 2.37m falling 08:45 AM WED 08/09/10
Traralgon Ck. at Koornalla 1.13m steady 07:43 AM WED 08/09/10
Traralgon Ck. at Traralgon South 1.88m steady 09:14 AM WED 08/09/10
Traralgon Ck. at Traralgon (Hwy) 1.56m steady 08:40 AM WED 08/09/10
Latrobe R. at Rosedale 4.01m steady 08:45 AM WED 08/09/10

Flood Warnings, Flood Watches, River Height and Rainfall information are
available on the Bureau of Meteorology web site at
http://www.bom.gov.au/vic/flood/. Flood Warnings and Flood Watches for
Victorian Catchments are available on: Telephone Weather Service No. 1300
659217.


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