Source: Bureau of Meteorology
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Issued at 12:56 pm AEST on Thursday 2 July 2026

Flood Watch Number: 5

MINOR TO MODERATE FLOODING OCCURRING IN PARTS OF NORTH EAST AND CENTRAL RIVER CATCHMENTS

MINOR FLOODING LIKELY IN THE FLOOD WATCH AREA FROM THURSDAY

Moderate to heavy rainfall recorded across the northeast and central Victoria since Monday has caused river level rises and minor to moderate flooding in the Seven and Castle Creeks, Kiewa, Ovens and King, and Goulburn River catchments.

Further widespread rainfall is forecast across parts of Gippsland, northeast and central Victoria during Thursday and into Friday. This rainfall may result in minor flooding across the Flood Watch area from Thursday. Flooding is likely to continue in the Kiewa River, Ovens and King Rivers, Goulburn River, and Seven and Castle Creeks catchments, where Flood Warnings remain current.

The situation is being closely monitored, and Flood Warnings will be issued as required.

Catchments likely to be affected include:
Mitchell River

Macalister River

Upper Murray and Mitta Mitta Rivers

Broken River

Broken Creek

Goulburn River downstream of Seymour

Campaspe River

Flood warnings are current for the following catchment(s) : Mitta Mitta, Kiewa, Ovens and King, Seven and Castle and Goulburn Eildon to Seymour

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.emergency.vic.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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