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03/06/2026

Coastal Hazard Warning for abnormally high tides
Stay informed: http://www.bom.gov.au/vic/warnings/
Issued at: 10:57 am EST on Wednesday 3 June 2026

Where:
For people in parts of Central, East Gippsland, South West and West and South Gippsland Forecast Districts.
Locations which may be affected include Warrnambool, Geelong, Melbourne, Portland, Brighton, Frankston, Port Fairy, Ocean Grove, Inverloch, Port Albert, Phillip Island, and Lakes Entrance.

When:
Abnormally high tides across Victorian coastlines. Tides are likely to rise well above the normal high tide mark during the Wednesday afternoon and evening high tides.

Situation:
ABNORMALLY HIGH TIDES which may lead to sea water flooding of low-lying coastal areas are possible along the entire Victorian coast, including Port Phillip and Western Port Bay, during Wednesday.

Elevated sea levels are expected to persist, particularly about central and eastern coasts, including Port Phillip and Western Port Bay into Thursday.


What you should do:
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 on Wednesday.

This week is National Reconciliation Week. This year's theme, ‘All in’, calls for all Australians to commit to reconcili...
03/06/2026

This week is National Reconciliation Week. This year's theme, ‘All in’, calls for all Australians to commit to reconciliation.

Reconciliation is something we build together through listening, learning, respect and action.

We're taking time to reflect on the connection Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people have to Country. We acknowledge and support First Nations self-determination to care for and protect Country.


Reconciliation Australia

02/06/2026

Severe Weather Warning for damaging winds.
Stay informed: http://www.bom.gov.au/vic/warnings/
Issued at 9:00 am on Wednesday 3 June 2026

Where:
For people in parts of Central, East Gippsland, South West, North East, West and South Gippsland and North Central Forecast Districts.

Locations which may be affected include Warrnambool, Wonthaggi, Frankston, Falls Creek, Mt Baw Baw and Rosebud.

When:
Damaging winds developing about southern Victoria and the northeast ranges this afternoon.

Situation:
A deep low-pressure system will move through Bass Strait, leading to an increase in westerly winds over southern Victoria throughout Wednesday afternoon. This will extend to the northeast ranges into the evening.

For the Southern Coasts: damaging winds averaging 60 to 70 km/h with damaging wind gusts of around 90 km/h are possible from early Wednesday afternoon. Winds are forecast to ease from the west during Wednesday evening and along remaining parts of southern coasts by Thursday morning.

For the northeast ranges: damaging winds averaging 60 to 70 km/h with damaging wind gusts below 100 km/h are possible from late Wednesday. Winds are forecast to ease during Thursday morning.

A separate warning for abnormally high tides is also current for parts of the coast. For more details, refer to https://www.bom.gov.au/weather-and-climate/warnings-and-alerts

What you should do:
The Victoria State Emergency Service advises that people should:

* If driving conditions are dangerous, safely pull over away from trees, drains, low-lying areas and floodwater. Avoid travel if possible.
* Stay safe by avoiding dangerous hazards, such as floodwater, mud, debris, damaged roads and fallen trees.
* Be aware - heat, fire or recent storms may make trees unstable and more likely to fall when it's windy or wet.
* Check that loose items, such as outdoor settings, umbrellas and trampolines are safely secured. Move vehicles under cover or away from trees.
* Stay indoors and away from windows.
* If outdoors, move to a safe place indoors. Stay away from trees, drains, gutters, creeks and waterways.
* Stay away from fallen powerlines - always assume they are live.
* Be aware that in fire affected areas, rainfall run-off into waterways may contain debris such as ash, soil, trees and rocks. Heavy rainfall may also increase the potential for landslides and debris across roads.
* Stay informed: Monitor weather warnings, forecasts and river levels at the Bureau of Meteorology website, and warnings through VicEmergency website/app/hotline.

The next Severe Weather Warning will be issued by 5:00 pm AEST on Wednesday.

**This Coastal Hazard Warning has been updated. Stay Informed: http://www.bom.gov.au/vic/warnings/ **Coastal Hazard Warn...
02/06/2026

**This Coastal Hazard Warning has been updated. Stay Informed: http://www.bom.gov.au/vic/warnings/ **

Coastal Hazard Warning for abnormally high tides
Issued at 10:44 pm EST on Tuesday 2 June 2026

Where:
For people in parts of Central, East Gippsland, South West, and West and South Gippsland Forecast Districts.

Locations which may be affected include Warrnambool, Geelong, Melbourne, Portland, Brighton, Frankston, Port Fairy, Ocean Grove, Inverloch, Port Albert, Phillip Island, and Lakes Entrance.

When:
Tides are likely to rise well above the normal high tide mark during the Wednesday afternoon and evening high tides.

Situation:
A deep low pressure system approaches western Victoria, moving over Bass Strait tonight bringing strong to gale-force west to northwesterly winds and elevated sea levels across western and parts of the central coasts today.

The low is expected to continue moving eastwards into Wednesday, maintaining strong to gale-force northwest to southwesterly winds and elevated sea levels across all coasts during Wednesday and Thursday.

What you should do:
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 am AEST on Wednesday.

01/06/2026

** Update: A new warning has been issued. Stay informed: http://www.bom.gov.au/vic/warnings/ **

Severe Weather Warning for damaging winds.
Stay informed: http://www.bom.gov.au/vic/warnings/
Issued at: 10:26 pm EST on Monday 1 June 2026.

Where:
For people in parts of East Gippsland, North East, West and South Gippsland, Central and North Central Forecast Districts.

Locations which may be affected include Falls Creek, Dargo, Mt Baw Baw, Mt Hotham, Mt Buller and Omeo.

When:
Winds are forecast to ease by Tuesday morning.

Situation:
A deep low pressure system and associated cold front continues to approach Victoria, with vigorous northwesterly winds expected ahead of the cold front as it crosses the state tonight and into Tuesday morning.

Impacts:
Locally damaging winds averaging 60 to 70 km/h with peak gusts of around 90 km/h are likely about the northeastern ranges over elevated areas above 1200 metres.

A separate warning for abnormally high tides is also current for parts of the coast. For more details, refer to https://www.bom.gov.au/weather-and-climate/warnings-and-alerts

What you should do:
The Victoria State Emergency Service advises that people should:

* If driving conditions are dangerous, safely pull over away from trees, drains, low-lying areas and floodwater. Avoid travel if possible.

* Stay safe by avoiding dangerous hazards, such as floodwater, mud, debris, damaged roads and fallen trees.

* Be aware - heat, fire or recent storms may make trees unstable and more likely to fall when it's windy or wet.

* Check that loose items, such as outdoor settings, umbrellas and trampolines are safely secured. Move vehicles under cover or away from trees.

* Stay indoors and away from windows.

* If outdoors, move to a safe place indoors. Stay away from trees, drains, gutters, creeks and waterways.

* Stay away from fallen powerlines - always assume they are live.

* Be aware that in fire affected areas, rainfall run-off into waterways may contain debris such as ash, soil, trees and rocks. Heavy rainfall may also increase the potential for landslides and debris across roads.

* Stay informed: Monitor weather warnings, forecasts and river levels at the Bureau of Meteorology website, and warnings through VicEmergency website/app/hotline.

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.

The next warning is due to be issued by 5:00 am AEST Tuesday.

01/06/2026

ADVICE - EXPLOSIVE HAZARD - Stay Informed
Incident Location: Eynesbury Road, Eynesbury
Issue Date: Monday 01 June 2026, 01:31 pm
Next Update: Monday 01 June 2026, 05:00 pm

More details at http://emergency.vic.gov.au/respond/ #!/warning/41968/moreinfo

This Advice message is being issued for Eynesbury.
- Emergency services are in the process of isolating a natural gas leak due to a ruptured gas main on Eynesbury Road.

There is currently no threat to the community, but you should continue to stay informed and monitor conditions.

01/06/2026

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01/06/2026

** This warning has been cancelled. Stay informed: http://www.bom.gov.au/vic/warnings/ **

Severe Weather Warning for damaging winds.
Issued at: 4:58 pm on Monday 1 June 2026.

Where:
For people in parts of Central, East Gippsland, North Central, North East, West and South Gippsland and South West Forecast Districts. Locations which may be affected include Ballarat, Bacchus Marsh, Falls Creek, Yarra Glen, Dargo and Mt Baw Baw.

When:
Damaging winds developing about central and eastern areas this evening.

Situation:
A deep low pressure system and associated cold front continues to approach Victoria today, with vigorous northwesterly winds expected ahead of the cold front as it crosses the state tonight and into Tuesday morning.

Impacts:
For Central Victoria: Strong winds averaging 50 to 60 km/h with damaging wind gusts of around 90 km/h are likely to develop over the Macedon and Otway ranges and their southern slopes alongside lower lying areas, including the northern suburbs of Melbourne. Additionally, exposed areas around the Bellarine and Mornington Peninsulas may also see damaging wind gusts to 90 km/h this evening.

For the Northeastern Ranges: Damaging winds averaging 60 to 70 km/h with peak gusts of around 100 km/h are likely over elevated areas above 1200 metres from late this evening.

Winds are forecast to ease from central Victoria before dawn on Tuesday, and from the northeastern ranges by late Tuesday morning.

What you should do:
The Victoria State Emergency Service advises that people should:
* If driving conditions are dangerous, safely pull over away from trees, drains, low-lying areas and floodwater. Avoid travel if possible.
* Stay safe by avoiding dangerous hazards, such as floodwater, mud, debris, damaged roads and fallen trees.
* Be aware - heat, fire or recent storms may make trees unstable and more likely to fall when it's windy or wet.
* Check that loose items, such as outdoor settings, umbrellas and trampolines are safely secured. Move vehicles under cover or away from trees.
* Stay indoors and away from windows.
* If outdoors, move to a safe place indoors. Stay away from trees, drains, gutters, creeks and waterways.
* Stay away from fallen powerlines - always assume they are live.
* Be aware that in fire affected areas, rainfall run-off into waterways may contain debris such as ash, soil, trees and rocks. Heavy rainfall may also increase the potential for landslides and debris across roads.
* Stay informed: Monitor weather warnings, forecasts and river levels at the Bureau of Meteorology website, and warnings through VicEmergency website/app/hotline.

Check https://www.bom.gov.au/weather-and.../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.

The next Severe Weather Warning will be issued by 11:00 pm AEST Monday.

31/05/2026

ADVICE - CHEMICAL HAZARD - Stay Informed
Incident Location: Wodonga
Issue Date: Monday 01 June 2026, 01:04 am
Next Update: Monday 01 June 2026, 06:10 am

More details at http://emergency.vic.gov.au/respond/ #!/warning/41967/moreinfo

This Advice message is being issued for Wodonga.
- There is a hazardous liquid leak in Gadsden Court, Wodonga.

There is currently no threat to the community, but you should continue to stay informed and monitor conditions.

**This post has been updated with the latest information.**Severe Weather Warning for damaging wind. Stay informed: http...
31/05/2026

**This post has been updated with the latest information.**

Severe Weather Warning for damaging wind.
Stay informed: http://www.bom.gov.au/vic/warnings/
Issued at: 4:06 am EST on Monday 1 June 2026

Where:

For people in parts of Central, East Gippsland, North Central, North East, West and South Gippsland and South West Forecast Districts.

Locations which may be affected include Ballarat, Bacchus Marsh, Falls Creek, Yarra Glen, Dargo and Mt Baw Baw.

When:

Damaging winds to develop about central and eastern areas from Monday afternoon.

Situation:

A complex low pressure system will approach Victoria on Monday, with vigorous northwesterly winds expected ahead of a cold front which will cross the state on Monday night.

Impacts:

For Central Victoria: Strong winds averaging 50 to 60 km/h with damaging wind gusts of around 90 km/h are likely to develop from Monday afternoon over the Macedon and Otway ranges and their southern slopes. Into the evening damaging wind gusts are also possible over lower lying areas including the northern suburbs of Melbourne. Winds are then forecast to ease before dawn on Tuesday morning.

For the Northeastern Ranges: damaging winds averaging 60 to 70 km/h with peak gusts of around 100 km/h are likely over elevated areas above 1200 metres from late Monday evening. Winds are then forecast to ease by late Tuesday morning.

What you should do:

The State Emergency Service advises that people should:

* If driving conditions are dangerous, safely pull over away from trees, drains, low-lying areas and floodwater. Avoid travel if possible.

* Stay safe by avoiding dangerous hazards, such as floodwater, mud, debris, damaged roads and fallen trees.

* Be aware - heat, fire or recent storms may make trees unstable and more likely to fall when it's windy or wet.

* Check that loose items, such as outdoor settings, umbrellas and trampolines are safely secured. Move vehicles under cover or away from trees.

* Stay indoors and away from windows.

* If outdoors, move to a safe place indoors. Stay away from trees, drains, gutters, creeks and waterways.

* Stay away from fallen powerlines - always assume they are live.

* Be aware that in fire affected areas, rainfall run-off into waterways may contain debris such as ash, soil, trees and rocks. Heavy rainfall may also increase the potential for landslides and debris across roads.

* Stay informed: Monitor weather warnings, forecasts and river levels at the Bureau of Meteorology website, and warnings through VicEmergency website/app/hotline.

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.

The next warning is due to be issued by 11:00 am AEST Monday.

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