Bingara NSW SES

03/11/2026

The Bureau of Meteorology have advised that thunderstorms are likely across the eastern half of the state today with the potential for severe thunderstorms in the highlighted area.

Severe thunderstorms bring the potential for damaging wind gusts (> 90km/h), large hail (diameter >2cm) and locally heavy falls leading to possible flash flooding.

Isolated high-end supercell thunderstorms are also possible in the red highlighted area, where giant hail (>5cm) and destructive wind gusts (>125 km/h) are concerns, if such storms develop.

Given the rain we have seen over the last week, a lot of our catchments are already wet, and excess run-off is a concern.

The NSW SES are asking all residents to take the time where possible to secure any loose items around your property, move vehicles away from trees and into cover and please make smart decisions on the road.

With any heavy downpours, localised flash flooding is always a concern, please never drive, ride or walk into or through floodwater.

Thanks everyone, please stay safe and remember if you do need the assistance of the NSW SES give us a call on 132 500, if your situation is an emergency remember to always call 000.

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25/09/2026

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21/09/2026

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01/04/2025

Gravesend flooding
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Advice

The NSW SES advises people in the following area(s) to STAY INFORMED about predicted minor flooding on the Gwydir River:

- Gravesend and Surrounding areas.

You should stay informed by monitoring warnings issued by NSW SES on their website and page, listening to your local ABC radio station, and checking the latest weather information from the Bureau of Meteorology online.

What are we expecting?

The Bureau of Meteorology advises The Gwydir River at Gravesend Road Bridge is currently at 2.33 metres and steady, below the minor flood level (6.10 metres). The Gwydir River at Gravesend Road Bridge is likely to reach the minor flood level (6.10 m) from early Wednesday afternoon. Further rises are possible with forecast rainfall.

Based on predictions from the Bureau of Meteorology, the following areas may be impacted by dangerous floodwaters:

- Low lying areas of Gravesend along the Gwydir River

View the full warning: https://hazardwatch.gov.au/a/kJx42y

Download the Hazards Near Me App and set up ‘Watch Zones’ to receive warnings in real time. https://www.nsw.gov.au/emergency/hazards-near-me-app

For emergency assistance during a flood, storm or tsunami, call the NSW SES on 132 500. In a life-threatening emergency, call Triple Zero (000).

Post current at 8:55am on Wednesday 2nd April 2025.

29/03/2025

Low lying areas along the Gwydir River flooding
Stay informed
Advice

The NSW SES advises people in the following area(s) to STAY INFORMED about predicted Minor flooding on the Gwydir:

- Low lying areas along the Gwydir River

You should stay informed by monitoring warnings issued by NSW SES on their website and page, listening to your local ABC radio station, and checking the latest weather information from the Bureau of Meteorology online.

What are we expecting?

The Bureau of Meteorology advises a low-pressure system in western Queensland extends a trough towards the northern interior of NSW. This system is forecast to track southeast across eastern NSW between Friday and Sunday.

Inland catchments are relatively dry.

Moderate to heavy rainfall is forecast across the Flood Watch area for the remainder of Friday through to Saturday, with locally heavy rainfall possible. 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.

This weather system has the potential to cause minor flooding in the Flood Watch area from late Friday into the weekend. Flood Classes (minor, moderate, major) are only defined for catchments where the Bureau provides a flood warning service.

Based on predictions from the Bureau of Meteorology, the following areas may be impacted by dangerous floodwaters:

- Low lying areas along the Gwydir River

View the full warning: https://hazardwatch.gov.au/a/vl3LD9

Download the Hazards Near Me App and set up ‘Watch Zones’ to receive warnings in real time. https://www.nsw.gov.au/emergency/hazards-near-me-app

For emergency assistance during a flood, storm or tsunami, call the NSW SES on 132 500. In a life-threatening emergency, call Triple Zero (000).

Post current at 1:04pm on Saturday 29th March 2025.

11/11/2024

Gwydir River at Gravesend Flooding
Stay informed
Advice

The NSW SES advises people in the following area(s) to STAY INFORMED about predicted possible, localised minor flooding on the Gwydir River:

- Low lying areas along the Gwydir River

You should stay informed by monitoring warnings issued by NSW SES on their website and page, listening to your local ABC radio station, and checking the latest weather information from the Bureau of Meteorology online.

What are we expecting?

Severe thunderstorms are likely to produce large hailstones, damaging winds and heavy rainfall that may lead to flash flooding in the warning area over the next several hours.

Locations which may be affected include Gravesend and Bingara.

Based on the predictions of the Bureau of Meteorology river rises close to the minor flood height may be expected around Gravesend if the predicted rainfall falls in the Gwydir River catchment.

Farmers are encouraged to lift their irrigation pumps and move livestock to higher ground this evening ahead of the predicted overnight rainfall from localised storms.

If the predicted rainfall occurs, the following may close due to floodwater:
* Water may start to cover the Gwydir Hwy 35 kilometres east of Moree near "Trawalla" pecan nut farm
* Yagobi Crossing may close 10km west of Gravesend

Forecasts may change as the weather system develops overnight.

View the full warning: https://hazardwatch.gov.au/a/cHhbYm

Download the Hazards Near Me App and set up ‘Watch Zones’ to receive warnings in real time. https://www.nsw.gov.au/emergency/hazards-near-me-app

For emergency help in floods, storms and tsunamis, call the NSW SES on 132 500. In life-threatening situations, call Triple Zero (000) immediately.

Post current at 6:39pm on Monday 11th November 2024.

05/04/2024

Gravesend, Pallamallawa and Yarraman Bridge Flooding
Stay informed
Advice

The NSW SES advises people in the following area(s) to STAY INFORMED about predicted widespread minor flooding on the Gwydir River:

- Gravesend
- Pallamallawa
- Yarraman Bridge

You should stay informed by monitoring warnings issued by NSW SES on their website and page, listening to your local ABC radio station, and checking the latest weather information from the Bureau of Meteorology online.

What are we expecting?

The Bureau of Meteorology advises moderate rainfall totals have been recorded since 9am Thursday across the Gwydir River catchment.

River rises have commenced across the Gwydir River catchment.

Minor flooding is possible along the Gwydir at Gravesend Road Bridge, Pallamallawa and Yarraman Bridge overnight Friday into Saturday with the forecast rainfall.

Based on predictions from the Bureau of Meteorology, the following areas may be impacted by dangerous floodwaters:

- The Gwydir River at Gravesend Road Bridge may reach the minor flood level (6.10m) overnight Friday into Saturday. At this height, Yagobie Crossing may close.
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- The Gwydir River at Pallamallawa may reach the minor flood level (6.00m) overnight Friday into Saturday. Further rises are possible.
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- The Gwydir River at Yarraman Bridge may reach the minor flood level (4.00m) overnight Friday into Saturday. At this height, The low level, single lane concrete bridge at Brageen Crossing may close. The bridge provides access to properties in the Gingham/Big Leather Watercourse area. Overland inundation may also commence in the Gingham and Big Leather Watercourses to the west of the Gwydir Raft.

View the full warning: https://hazardwatch.gov.au/a/11bUQg

Download the Hazards Near Me App and set up ‘Watch Zones’ to receive warnings in real time. https://www.nsw.gov.au/emergency/hazards-near-me-app

For emergency help in floods, storms and tsunamis, call the NSW SES on 132 500. In life-threatening situations, call Triple Zero (000) immediately.

Post current at 5:49pm on Friday 5th April 2024.

02/01/2023

Kayak with caution on the Gwydir! Old river gums brought down by the big flood have radically changed channels, eddies and hidden underwater obstacles. Don't rely on luck - stay river safe.

21/10/2022

21/10/2022

❌Don’t drive in flood water ❌

Last night members from Inverell, swift water technicians from Bingara and Moree, and the Inverell VRA responded to a call regarding a ute in the middle of a flooded causeway near Coolatai.

Water markings on the ute suggest the water was well over 1m deep when the driver entered and the vehicle had been pushed partially off the road in the oncoming lane of traffic, despite a road closure sign and flood depth indicator.

Once it was confirmed that the vehicle was empty, swiftwater techs searched down stream for any sign of the driver, who was not found.

By the time Inverell 56 departed the water level had dropped to .4m.

It is reasonably rare for us to have this type of callout in the Inverell shire and the Qld registration suggest it may be a driver who is unfamiliar with local roads and crossings, although the flood markers should have been sufficient deterrent.