Type Status Location Last Updated
Advice - Met - Stay Informed Minor Bunyip River to Iona Today at 12:09 PM
This Minor Flood Warning Update is being issued for Bunyip River to 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 to Iona

The level of the Bunyip River at Iona is currently at 1.95 metres, below the Minor Flood Level (2.10 metres), and falling.

This Advice replaces the Advice issued at 11:04am Wednesday 12 November. 
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 remain closed to traffic today.
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.