Type Status Location Last Updated
Advice - Met - Stay Informed Minor Bunyip River downstream of Iona Today at 11:37 AM
This Minor Flood Warning Update is being issued for Bunyip River downstream of Iona.

Minor Flooding has peaked on the Bunyip River overnight. Water levels peaked at 2.1 metres for Iona, and 3.66 metres for Cora Lynn.

  • The Bunyip River catchment has recorded rainfall averaging about 11 mm since 09:00 AM Tuesday 11 November 2025. 
  • The Western Port catchment has recorded rainfall averaging about 6 mm for the same period. 
  • Rainfall totals of less than 1 mm are forecast for the catchment Wednesday 12 November 2025. 
  • Water levels of the Bunyip River at various locations have risen. 
  • Tarago River: The level of Tarago Reservoir is currently at 157.01 metres, below the spillway level of 157.92 metres. 
  • Minor flooding in the Bunyip River catchment is expected to affect low-lying areas adjacent to the waterway. 
  • The ford at Cora Lynn will remain closed to traffic today.
Bunyip River downstream of Iona

The level of the Bunyip River at Cora Lynn is currently at 3.52 metres, exceeding the Minor Flood Level (3.10 metres), and falling. It is likely to fall below the Minor Flood Level (3.10 meters) overnight.
Stay informed - monitor your local conditions and remain alert.
What you should do: 
  • Be prepared to act if your situation changes.
  • Stay informed by listening to emergency broadcasters and monitoring warnings.
  • Monitor weather forecasts and river levels. Go to www.bom.gov.au/vic/warnings/. 
  • Floodwater is dangerous - never drive, walk or ride through floodwater. 
  • Floodwater is toxic - never play or swim in floodwater. 
  • Be wary of river edges, they may subside. 
  • Canoeists should avoid all flood waters; debris and fence lines will become hazardous. 
  • Farmers should ensure that all stock is secure and able to move to higher ground. 
  • Pumps and farm machinery may need to be relocated. 
  • Do not drive across river fords.
Impacts in your area: 
  • High river levels and potential flooding in areas close to rivers and streams.
  • Some bicycle and walking tracks will be unpassable at this level. 
  • The ford at Cora Lynn will be closed to traffic this morning.
This message was issued by State Emergency Service.

The next update is expected by 13/11/2025 11:00 am or as the situation changes.

Use multiple sources to stay informed:
Accessibility: 
The following services can help you, or someone you know, access information during an emergency. 
  • To access this information in other languages call the Translating and Interpreting Service on 131 450 (freecall) and ask them to call VicEmergency Hotline. 
  • If you are deaf, hard of hearing, or have a speech/communication impairment contact the National Relay Service and ask them to call the VicEmergency Hotline.