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Source: Australia Bureau of Meteorology

IDT20605

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology

Initial Minor Flood Warning for the Mersey River

Issued at 3:07 pm AEST on Monday 1 June 2026

Flood Warning Number: 1

MINOR FLOODING MAY DEVELOP AT KIMBERLEY AND LATROBE BRIDGE FROM TUESDAY AFTERNOON

Moderate rainfall is forecast across the Mersey River catchment for the remainder of Monday through to Wednesday. With the forecast rain, river level rises are expected across the Mersey River catchment.

Minor flooding may develop along the Mersey River at Kimberley from Tuesday afternoon and at Latrobe Bridge from overnight Tuesday.

Mersey River – Liena to Kimberley:

Minor flooding may develop along the Mersey River – Liena to Kimberley.

The Mersey River at Kimberley is currently at 0.98 m and steady, below the minor flood level. The Mersey River at Kimberley may exceed the minor flood level (2.40 m) from Tuesday afternoon.

Mersey River – Kimberley to Latrobe township:

Minor flooding may develop along the Mersey River – Kimberley to Latrobe township.

The Mersey River at Latrobe Bridge is currently at 0.66 m AHD and falling, below the minor flood level. The Mersey River at Latrobe Bridge may exceed the minor flood level (3.10 m AHD) from overnight Tuesday.

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.alert.tas.gov.au.

For emergency assistance call SES on telephone number 132 500. In life-threatening emergencies, call 000 (triple zero) immediately.

Next Issue:

The next warning will be issued by 12:00 PM AEST on Tuesday 02 June 2026.

Latest River Heights:

Location	River Height	Tendency	Time of Observation
Mersey River at Liena	0.71 m	Steady	2:45 pm Mon 01/06/26
Mersey River at Kimberley	0.98 m	Steady	3:00 pm Mon 01/06/26
Mersey River at Shale Road	1.57 m	Steady	2:00 pm Mon 01/06/26
Mersey River at Latrobe Bridge	0.66 mAHD	Falling	3:00 pm Mon 01/06/26

This advice is also available by dialling 1300 659 219. Warning, rainfall and river information are available at http://www.bom.gov.au/australia/flood.

Source: Northern Territory Police and Fire Services

The Northern Territory Police Force has arrested an 37-year-old following reports a male was in the Galiwinku community selling Kava.

Around 1pm on Friday, May 29, Galiwinku members conducted searches of two addresses. A 37-year-old male was located at one of the addresses in possession of a trafficable quantity of Kava and was arrested.

The Kava seized weighed a total of 11.9kg with a street value of $11,900. He was refused bail and conveyed to Darwin on Saturday. 

He has been charged with possess trafficable amount of Kava and remanded to appear in court today.

Source: Northern Territory Police and Fire Services

Casuarina General Duties and Strike Force Trident have arrested two males in relation to an aggravated robbery in Karama overnight.

Around 12:25am the Joint Emergency Services Communication Centre received a report that a 61-year-old male had been allegedly assaulted.

It is alleged that a group of offenders, travelling in a black camry, followed the victim home from a service station in Malak.

As the victim exited his car, two offenders with their faces covered approached and threatened him with edged weapons.

The 61-year-old returned to his vehicle where he was allegedly assaulted with one of the weapons, his vehicle was damaged and several items were stolen. The victim suffered an injury to his hand which did not require medical treatment. 

Casuarina GDs and SF Trident members responded and at 4:05am located and seized the offenders’ vehicle.

A 28-year-old male and 48-year-old male were arrested and charges are expected later today.

Anyone with information is urged to contact police on 131 444 or report anonymously via Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

Source: Northern Territory Police and Fire Services

The Northern Territory Police Force (NTPF) has suspended a nine day multi-agency land search for a missing 31-year-old in remote East Arnhem following extensive operations.

On Friday 22 May 2026, police received a report from his family that he had not returned to Yirrkala as planned and had not been seen since 6am that morning.

His vehicle has since been located around 86km south of Nhulunbuy along the Central Arnhem Highway.

There is currently no evidence of suspicious circumstances or third-party involvement.

Search operations were conducted over nine days in remote and challenging terrain south of Nhulunbuy using helicopters, ground search teams, ATVs, vehicles and thermal drones.

NTPF Search and Rescue members, local police, NT Emergency Service, NT Fire and Rescue Service, Dhimurru Rangers, Yirralka Rangers, NORFORCE and Nautilus Helicopters were all mobilised.

Acting Senior Sergeant Matt Hall said, “Our teams covered approximately 1,311km² of terrain, the majority by helicopter, with key areas searched multiple times.

“We began demobilisation of the search yesterday, with extensive investigative enquiries surrounding the missing person undertaken, with no confirmed sightings or evidence of his location identified.

“Family liaison was maintained throughout the operation, with the next of kin regularly briefed on search progress and SAR decision-making processes.

“Police would also like to acknowledge and thank Parks Australia, the Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water, Rio Tinto, community volunteers, chartered aviation companies, Miwatj Aboriginal Corporation and Laynhapuy Homelands Aboriginal Corporation for their assistance during the search.

“Investigations into the  disappearance remain ongoing and police will assess any new information received and will consider recommencing search operations should credible information come to light.”

Source: Australia Bureau of Meteorology

IDS20242

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
South Australia

Warning to Sheep Graziers
for the Lower South East forecast district

Issued at 10:17 am CST on Monday 1 June 2026.

Sheep graziers are warned that cold temperatures, showers and northerly winds are expected during Monday. Areas likely to be affected include parts of the Lower South East forecast district. There is a risk of losses of lambs and sheep exposed to these conditions.

The next warning will be issued by 5:00 pm CST Monday.

Source: Australia Bureau of Meteorology

IDS21137
Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology

TOP PRIORITY FOR IMMEDIATE BROADCAST

Coastal Hazard Warning

for ABNORMALLY HIGH TIDES

For people in Yorke Peninsula, Kangaroo Island and parts of Adelaide Metropolitan, Mount Lofty Ranges, West Coast, Lower Eyre Peninsula, Eastern Eyre Peninsula, Mid North, Upper South East, Lower South East, Flinders and Murraylands districts.

Issued at 10:54 am Monday, 1 June 2026.

Abnormally high tides for the South Australian coastline

Weather Situation: A deep low-pressure system is forecast to track eastward near the South Australian coast on Monday before moving over Bass Strait on Tuesday, bringing strong to gale-force westerly winds and elevated sea levels.

ABNORMALLY HIGH TIDES which may lead to sea water flooding of low-lying coastal areas possible between Head of the Bight and the SA/VIC border, including Kangaroo Island. Tides are likely to rise well above the normal high tide mark during the Tuesday afternoon high tide.

Locations which may be affected include Ceduna, Elliston, Port Lincoln, Port Pirie, Port Wakefield, Adelaide Metro Beaches, Victor Harbor, Kingston SE, Robe, and Port MacDonnell.

A separate warning for DAMAGING WINDS is also current. For more details, refer to https://www.bom.gov.au/weather-and-climate/warnings-and-alerts

The State Emergency Service advises the following:
* Unusually high tides are dangerous to swimmers, surfers and rock fishers. Stay away from coastal areas until conditions subside.
* Know your limitations around beaches, tidal rivers and creeks. Monitor warnings and conditions. Supervise children at all times.
* If you have a moored boat or watercraft, check that your mooring and lines are secure.
* Be aware that unusually high tides could cause flooding at the coast.
* You should never walk, ride or drive through floodwater.

The next Coastal Hazard Warning will be issued by 5:00 pm ACST Monday.

Check https://www.bom.gov.au/weather-and-climate/warnings-and-alerts. Warnings are also available through TV and Radio broadcasts or call 1300 659 210. The Bureau and State Emergency Service would appreciate warnings being broadcast regularly.

Source: Australia Bureau of Meteorology

IDV21137
Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology

TOP PRIORITY FOR IMMEDIATE BROADCAST

Coastal Hazard Warning

for ABNORMALLY HIGH TIDES

For people in parts of South West and Central Forecast Districts.

Issued at 11:08 am Monday, 1 June 2026.

Abnormally high tides for western and central coasts during Tuesday.

Weather Situation: A complex low pressure system will approach western Victoria on Monday moving over Bass Strait during Tuesday, bringing strong to gale-force west to northwesterly winds and elevated sea levels across western and parts of the central coasts.

ABNORMALLY HIGH TIDES which may lead to sea water flooding of low-lying coastal areas are possible between the SA/VIC border and Point Lonsdale. Tides are likely to rise well above the normal high tide mark during the Tuesday afternoon high tide.

Locations which may be affected include Warrnambool, Portland, Port Fairy, Ocean Grove, Apollo Bay and Nelson.

A separate warning for DAMAGING WINDS is also current. For more details, refer to https://www.bom.gov.au/weather-and-climate/warnings-and-alerts .

The Victoria State Emergency Service and Life Saving Victoria advise that people should be aware of the following:
* Do not walk, ride or drive through flood waters.
* Stay away from beaches, tidal rivers and creeks.
* If you have a boat or water craft, haul out if possible or check your moorings are secure.
* Keep away from flooded drains, rivers, streams and waterways.
* Stay informed – monitor weather warnings and forecasts at the Bureau of Meteorology website, and warnings through VicEmergency app, website and hotline (1800 226 226).

The next Coastal Hazard Warning will be issued by 5:00 pm AEST Monday.

Check https://www.bom.gov.au/weather-and-climate/warnings-and-alerts. Warnings are also available through TV and Radio broadcasts or call 1300 659 210. The Bureau and State Emergency Service would appreciate warnings being broadcast regularly.

Source: Northern Territory Police and Fire Services

The Northern Territory Police Force is investigating an aggravated robbery that occurred in Alice Springs on Friday evening.

Around 8:15pm, the Joint Emergency Services Communication Centre received a report that an off-duty police officer had been robbed by a male youth armed with an edged weapon in the Gap.

It is alleged the offender threatened the victim with the edged weapon, before stealing their wallet and fleeing the scene.

Members from Strike Force Viper and general duties responded, however, the offender remains outstanding.

Strike Force Viper has carriage of the investigation and anyone with information is urged to contact police on 131 444, quoting reference P26154015. Anonymous reports can be made through Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or via https://crimestoppersnt.com.au.

Source: Victoria Country Fire Authority

Members of The Basin Fire Brigade have gathered to celebrate the announcement of a builder being appointed to construct their new fire station.

Submitted by	CFA Media

Source: Victoria Country Fire Authority

Members of The Basin Fire Brigade have gathered to celebrate the announcement of a builder being appointed to construct their new fire station.

Submitted by	CFA Media