In Gympie, the Mary River is right now rising and flooding the centre of town.It's tipped to reach heights not seen in more than 20 years, triggering a race . (3.3m) above the flood of 1870 until the present the highest recorded on Gympie. 18 Excelsior Road, Gympie. Fortuitously James Nash discovered gold near the present site of Gympie. Common requests on GIVIT after floods include whitegoods and appliances, furniture, kitchen and household essentials, clothing, and grocery and fuel vouchers. Loan amount up to $100,000, loan term up to 10 years. Gympie /Regional Council has just issued a warning to residents of Gympies western areas, advising that floods are impacting residents around Goomeri, Kilkivan and Tiaro. Tiffany was expected to make landfall between Cooktown and Lockhart River late on 10 January 2022. The Mary River at Miva is expected to remain above the major flood level (15.50 m) on Saturday. Supporting participants through severe weather in Queensland and NSW:https://www.ndis.gov.au/news/7465-supporting-participants-through-severe-weather-queensland-and-nsw, Urgent Assistive technology repairs:https://ndis.gov.au/participants/assistive-technology-explained/assistive-technology-repairs-maintenance-and-replacement/urgent-repairs. Between that and a pay-out from his insurer, hehopesto make his family home more liveable again. The roof of some house has been carried off and deposited in front of Mr. Sudburys premises in Monkland Street, and lower down Mary Street, the veranda of the tenement lately occupied by Mr. J. Ireland has collapsed. Cullinanes drapery premises have also been further advanced towards the road and occupies half the footpath. Concessional loans are provided to assist you to re-establish the normal operations of your non-profit organisation including repair/replace of plant and equipment, premises and stock, and for essential working capital expenses such as wages, rent, and buying goods. Lifeline Farmer to Farmer, call 0412 724 879 and speak to Ross Blanch who is a farmer and a Lifeline counsellor for support for yourself or someone you know. Flooding is being observed in the Six Mile Creek with minor flooding at Cooran. The Mary River at Gympie is expected to remain above the moderate flood level (12.00 m) into Sunday afternoon. The roof of some house has been carried off and deposited in front of Mr. Sudburys premises in Monkland Street, and lower down Mary Street, the veranda of the tenement lately occupied by Mr. J. Ireland has collapsed. 2 February 1893 Please call the centre on 5482 1147 or call into the centre to make an appointment. A business-led initiative, developed by the Business Council of Australia, to provide practical and on the ground assistance to small and local businesses left devastated by the bushfires and floods. The Rattler Railway Company has responded tentatively to the Gympie Regional Council's separation offer. A spokesperson for the Department of Public Works saysthe Resilient Homes Fund provides assistance to raise homes to the minimum, habitable floor levels that align to local planning scheme recommendations for residential buildings, as set by local councils. Mary River to Gympie: Moderate flooding is occurring along the Mary River to Gympie. The Mary River at Miva is currently at 19.47 metres and rising, with major flooding. But major flooding is now occurring in Maryborough, Miva and Tiaro after heavy rains to Gympies north, including significant floods over a large area from Woolooga and Kilkivan to Goomeri. Floodwaters near houses at Boonah in the Scenic Rim region. . 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This advice is also available by dialling 1300 659 210. Mr Hartwig said it was "absolutely devastating" for flooding to hit twice in such a short space of time. Queensland Rural and Industry Development Authority (QRIDA) Primary producers and small business owners can apply for disaster relief grants from recent flooding events from January and February 2022. Significant rainfall and flooding events have occurred in the Gympie region during 2022. However main towns such as Maryborough and Gympie recorded loss of life and major flooding. Figures from Australias Bureau of Meteorology (BoM) show that in a 24 hour period to 08 January, Marodian recorded 674 mm of rain, Mount Kanigan in Gympie recorded 649.8 mm and Miva 572 mm. Emergency alerts were issued by the Gympie Regional Council and Scenic Rim Regional Council on Friday amid warnings of dangerous flash flooding and road closures. The Mary River at Miva is currently at 19.47 metres and rising, with major flooding. "It's floor-to-ceiling and over the roof in some areas.". Group raise more than $160K for Gympie causes, Were listening: Powerlink tells residents. The Mary River at Tiaro is currently at 17.35 metres and rising, with major flooding. Towards the One Mile, which is low lying ground, the scene is indescribable, and on every hand are to be seen houses of all sorts and sizes, household furniture, and debris of every description. Family Assistance is open Mon, Wed and Fri from 12pm to 3pm for food hampers. Severe weather could impact areas further north over the coming days after Tropical cyclone Tiffany strengthened to category 2 as it approached Cape York Peninsula. People who have experienced financial hardship caused by the recent Gympie flooding may receive help with: Housing costs rent & accommodation, essential household bills - electricity, gas, phone, and water, Transport costs travel & fuel, car registration or repairs, Medical costs medications, medical services & supports, Some material goods such as essential whitegoods, technology, and school needs, Assistance is provided by appointment only. The Bureau of Meteorology issued the warning after heavy rainfall was recorded in the Mary River catchment area, with some areas noting rainfall totals in excess of 300 mm (with localised heavy falls in excess of 500-600 mm) particularly in central parts of the catchment, recorded to 9am Saturday morning. "We like it where we are, the kids are close to school, they have friends here, we are happy and just hoping we can get through it, and make the house more resilient," he says. Borumba Dam,which flows into the Mary River upstream of Gympie, is at 143 per cent capacity and spilling into Yabba Creek. The river has risen about 67ft. If you or anyone you know needs help: Lifeline on 13 11 14 Kids Helpline on 1800 551 800 Beyond Blue on 1300 224 636 Suicide Call Back Service on 1300 659 467 Headspace on 1800 650 890 A little below this the shop and residence of Mr. Wilcox, chemist, has been lifted in a whole and carried into the roadway, and is a total wreck, showing signs of collapsing altogether. There was a time prior to 1868 when the town was known as Nashville after James Nash who discovered gold and saved Queensland. For more information phone 1800 623 946 or visit https://www . As of late 09 January, the BoM Queensland said, Major flooding is now occurring at Maryborough, where river levels are currently peaking around 10 metres, which is below the peak in January 2013 of 10.7 metres.. East of the town, Cedar Pocket Dam is at 123 per cent capacity, and a further 292mm of rain fell there in the past 24 hours. This includes flooding from ex-tropical cyclone Seth from 7-9 January 2022, South East Queensland Flooding February 2022, and further flooding in May 2022. On Saturday morning, SEQ Water warned increased outflows from dams could create potentially life-threatening hazards downstream. Cullinanes drapery premises have also been further advanced towards the road and occupies half the footpath. Strong creek level rises are being observed in upper parts of the Tinana Creek catchment, with major flooding at Tagigan Rd. The south-east Queensland city has been inundated with floodwater and Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk said up to 700 residents were being told to leave Saturday afternoon. A severe weather warning remains in place for much of South East Queensland. The flood water reached its highest point at, 3 oclock on Saturday morning (says the same paper of the 6th) having risen to a height of 11ft 7in. When did the flood of 1893 occur in Queensland? River levels are above the flood levels reached in February 1999 (21.95 m). Disaster Assistance for Small Businesses is available atwww.business.qld.gov.au/running-business/protecting-business/disaster-resilience/assistanceor call 1800 623 946. Police investigations are continuing. ABC Wide Bay will deliver a wrap of the week's news, stories and photos every Thursday. The next warning will be issued by 08:00 am EST on Sunday 27 February 2022. Further heavy rainfall is forecast for the remainder of Sunday, which is likely to lead to further significant river level rises. Evacuation centres are open and many residents have been advised to leave their homes. On Sunday morning, the sun came out in full force, and with the exception of a few showers, the weather was fair. The flood prone area bounded by Channon Street, Nash Street, Young Street, River Road. Floodwaters are once again moving downstream and down creeks to swell the Mary River downstream of Gympie, with major flooding forecast for Maryborough tonight. The Mary River at Miva will remain above the major flood level (15.50 m) until early next week. Life Memories. The Mary River at Dagun Pocket peaked at 13.14 metres (moderate flood level 13.0m) around 11:30 pm Saturday 08 January and is currently at 12.96 metres and falling, with minor flooding. This includes flooding from ex-tropical cyclone Seth from 7-9 January 2022, South East Queensland Flooding February 2022, and further flooding in May 2022. Livestock such as cattle have tags, that are usually in their right ear. The next warning will be issued by 10:00 am EST on Sunday 09 January 2022. The Mary River at Miva is expected to remain above the major flood level (15.50 m) on Sunday morning and into Sunday afternoon. Ms Palaszczuk said the Ipswich Mayor had advised there was flooding in Rosewood, Grandchester and Mount Walker. "If we don't do this now people may become isolated and trapped. On February 1, 1893, a cyclone crossed the Queensland coast near Rockhampton causing major flooding. Contact QRIDA on 1800 623 946 or visithttps://www.qrida.qld.gov.au/primary-producers; contact the Department of Agriculture and Fisheries on 13 25 23 or visithttps://www.business.qld.gov.au/industries/farms-fishing-forestry/agriculture/rural-disaster-recovery, Rural Aidprovides financial assistance of one-off $1,000 payment towards a bill or Gift Cards. There were very high tides at Sandgate on Moreton Bay near Brisbane with seawater flooding overland and large damaging waves on the beaches. Location Height of River (m) Tendency Date/Time of Observation, Obi Obi Ck at Baroon Pocket Dam Alert -0.16 Rising 01:50 PM SAT 08/01/22, Mary R at Conondale Alert 2.15 Falling 01:37 PM SAT 08/01/22, Mary R at Bellbird Creek TM 3.36 Falling 01:15 PM SAT 08/01/22, Mary R at Kenilworth H/S Alert 4.80 Falling 01:51 PM SAT 08/01/22, Mary R at Moy Pocket TM 10.03 Falling 01:15 PM SAT 08/01/22, Yabba Ck at Borumba Dam HW Alert 1.55 Falling 01:09 PM SAT 08/01/22, Yabba Ck at Imbil Alert 5.49 Falling 01:02 PM SAT 08/01/22, Kandanga Ck at Hygait TM 5.32 Steady 01:20 PM SAT 08/01/22, Mary R at Dagun Pocket Alert 11.86 Falling 01:54 PM SAT 08/01/22, Six Mile Ck at Lake MacDonald Dam Alert 95.83 Steady 01:46 PM SAT 08/01/22, Six Mile Ck at Cooran TM 7.25 Steady 01:20 PM SAT 08/01/22, Deep Ck at Cedar Pocket Dam HW Alert 101.62 Steady 01:50 PM SAT 08/01/22, Mary R at Gympie Alert 11.31 Rising 01:47 PM SAT 08/01/22, Mary R at Fishermans Pocket TM 13.18 Rising 01:20 PM SAT 08/01/22, Wide Bay Ck at Brooyar TM 9.45 Falling 01:20 PM SAT 08/01/22, Mary R at Miva TM 19.47 Steady 01:00 PM SAT 08/01/22, Munna Ck at Marodian TM 16.72 Steady 01:20 PM SAT 08/01/22, Mary R at Home Park 20.33 Rising 01:15 PM SAT 08/01/22, Mary R at Tiaro Alert 17.35 Rising 01:54 PM SAT 08/01/22, Mary River at Owanyilla Alert 10.85 Rising 01:54 PM SAT 08/01/22, Mary R at The Barrage TM 9.45 Rising 01:05 PM SAT 08/01/22, Tinana Ck at Tagigan Rd 5.88 Steady 01:00 PM SAT 08/01/22, Tinana Ck at Bauple East TM 10.94 Steady 01:20 PM SAT 08/01/22, Tinana Ck at Teddington Weir TM 10.80 Falling 01:54 PM SAT 08/01/22, Tinana Ck at Tinana Barrage TM 5.09 Rising 01:00 PM SAT 08/01/22, Mary R at Maryborough 5.10 Rising 11:50 AM SAT 08/01/22, Mary R at Portside Alert 5.36 Rising 01:38 PM SAT 08/01/22. Almost all small-scale mining on the Gympie goldfield ceased by 1923; however, some small concerns continued, and mining was still occurring beneath the city in the 1990s. Where did the worst of the Queensland floods occur? leaving a yawning gap, which was speedily fenced in. On 2 February 1893, major flooding occurred at Gympie, Maryborough, and Bundaberg. This includes flooding from ex-tropical cyclone Seth from 7-9 January 2022, South East Queensland Flooding February 2022, and further flooding in May 2022 and July 2022. For more information on available vouchers and support visit -Help for flood affected communities (bizrebuild.com.au)or contact Biz Rebuild on 1800 497 121. Major flooding continued in the Gympie and Maryborough regions on Monday after widespread rainfall saturated the area with totals of 200-600 millimetres recorded in the past four days. The Queensland Government Department of Communities, Housing and Digital Economy coordinates Community Recovery services to assist disaster-affected people, including emotional support, personal financial hardship assistance and housing support for people who cannot return to home after a disaster. For him, it'san impossible request becausehe says it's not practical for his family to live in a house so high off the ground. Overnight the tropical cyclone then moved south with renowned long-range weather forecaster Inigo Jones recording a record 907 mm of rain in 24 hours to 9am at Crohamhurst near Peachester on February 3. There is no chance that you will make it through Gympie.. The police dive squad has recorded the body of a 37-year-old man who was missing infloodwaters atGoomboorian, north-east of Gympie, on Friday night. Council are no longer providing kerbside collection. Moderate flooding is occurring along the Mary River to Gympie. For properties impacted by ex-tropical cyclone Seth or the February 2022 floods,Council has extended the rates due date (on the current half yearly rates notice) from 10 March 2022 to 30 June 2022, and has offered the 5% pay-on-time discount if paid in full by 30 June 2022. As many as 125 houses have been counted floating down the river, and buildings upside down or on their sides are to be seen on every hand. Search any location in Australia to find nearby active incidents, Stay up-to-date with local coverage on ABC Radio, the emergency broadcaster. Gympie Mayor Glen Hartwig sayssome residents took matters into their own hands after learning of the "impractical" height requirements. Home; About Us. January 9, 2022 - 2:38PM. It comes as Goomeri residents told The Gympie Times on Tuesday the clean-up effort was swift, with most of the damage already repaired, but one street still resembling something from a disaster movie. During this time, the SS Dicky ran aground because of cyclonic seas at what is now called Dicky Beach. It is a living document that will be updated to respond to changing circumstances as required. We use cookies to ensure that we give you the best experience on our website. Hundreds of Gympie residents are being evacuated ahead of what is expected to bethe worst flooding in more than twodecades, and police have found the body of a manmissingin the floodwaters. 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Supports not-for-profit sport and recreation organisations with funding to re-establish their facilities and activities after extreme natural events, including floods. A range of charities are assisting Gympie region residents: If you or someone you care about is distressed, in crisis or needs someone to talk to, call: RedcrossIf you want to prepare for disasters, have experienced a disaster or are recovering from a disaster, Red Cross has a host of useful emergency management resources that can help. The Rattler Railway Company has responded tentatively to the Gympie Regional Council's separation offer. "Gympie is accustomed to floods, but this is something out of the bag," Mr Hartwig said. The Mary River at Maryborough is likely to exceed the moderate flood level (8m) early Sunday morning. Renewed rises are occurring due to heavy falls Saturday night. (Redirected from 2022 Eastern Australia floods) The 2022 eastern Australia floods were one of the nation's worst recorded flood disasters with a series of floods that occurred from February to April in South East Queensland, the Wide Bay-Burnett and parts of coastal New South Wales. We reported in our previous issue that the water had reached the floor of the Theatre Royal (now the Royal Hotel on the corner of Monkland and Mary Streets) and since then the rain has been falling almost continuously. Rain fell on already drenched countryside. Browse for your location and find more local ABC News and information, Search any location in Australia to find nearby active incidents, Stay up-to-date with local coverage on ABC Radio, the emergency broadcaster. Gympie's biggest flood 30/01/2022 1870 flood, Gympie overlooking Mary St. As Gympie is isolated by floodwaters for the second time in about two months, residents and business owners are preparing for the worst. Gympie Mary River Flooding 08.01.2022 7,783 views Jan 8, 2022 342 Dislike Share Save MVDBR Enduro 21.1K subscribers Amazing how quickly the Mary River rose to 12 metres in a span of about. Ball, One Mile, and Mr. Bwald, have been deposited. The One Mile Ovals. Further creek rises are expected with forecast rainfall. The Mary River at Maryborough is likely to exceed the moderate flood level (8.00 m) from Sunday afternoon. A Rattler spokesperson said the deal, which has been on the 2023 Gympie Today Pty Ltd. All rights reserved. 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The biggest recorded flood to date in Gympie was in 1893 which peaked at 25.45 metres. This is around the level of the February 1992 flood (17.39 metres). As the water receded the work of clearing the debris from the main streets and the flooded buildings, was carried on with vigour, and by the evening many of the business premises in upper Mary Street were cleaned out. His body was found on Saturday afternoon in Goomboorian. For flood emergency assistance contact the SES on 132 500. Significantrainfall and flooding events haveoccurred in the Gympie region during 2022. For more information and to apply go tohttps://www.qrida.qld.gov.au/business. Sign up here. preserving the memories of the Gympie region. One person was killed in flood waters between Gympie and Maryborough, while dozens of stranded travellers have taken refuge at Gunalda's United petrol station. Police and emergency services were called to reports of a man and teenage girl caught in floodwaters in Booubyjan near Gympie in the early hours of 08 January. The flood of February 1893 was a further 3.3 metres higher again, with the recorded height as 25.45m at its peak. Drone footage of the Mary River flooding on Sunday January 9, 2022. Cr Hartwig is urging higher levels of government to rethink whether "hard and fast" flood modelling was suitable for communities desperate to rebuild. (1) 1893: 25.45 metres (2) 2022: 22.9 metres (3) 1898: 22 metres (4) 1999: 21.95 metres Moderate flooding may occur along the Mary River to Gympie. The Gympie Times and Mary River Gazette carried this report on 11 February 1893. The next warning will be issued by 06:00 pm EST on Saturday 08 January 2022. The Mary River at Miva is expected to remain above the major flood level (15.50 m) on Saturday. For life threatening emergencies, call Triple Zero (000) immediately. The Mary River at Miva peaked at 19.86 metres around 8pm Saturday, and is currently at 19.11 metres and falling, with major flooding. Brisbane floods caused widespread damage with devastating consequences due to this cyclone. Community Recovery Hublocated at Gympie Community Place, 18 Excelsior Road Gympie, Monday to Friday from 9am to 2pm, Community Recovery online www.qld.gov.au/community/disasters-emergencies, You can also follow Community Recovery on Facebook @RecoveryQld. A severe weather warning for damaging winds, heavy rainfall and thunderstorms with locally intense falls remains current for Southeast Coast and parts of the Wide Bay and Burnett, the bureau reports. This is in addition to heavy rainfall that was observed in the catchment area on Thursday evening and overnight. If you could be cut off by floodwaters, make preparations. Flood Recovery Significant rainfall and flooding events have occurred in the Gympie region during 2022. "The biggest impact is in the rural area where people are trying to earn a crust and make a living and have worked hard for the past six weeks," Mr Hartwig said. Menu Skip to content. This January our region has again experienced the flooding which follows severe weather events particularly cyclones. About 800 Gympie businesses and homes were impacted by floodwaters in February and many are yet to get back to normal. Police said the man was rescued after being located clinging to a tree and taken to Bundaberg Hospital for treatment, while the search continues for a 14-year-old girl still missing. Rural Financial Counselling Service (Gympie): phone 0428 755 708 or online www.rfcssq.org.au, Farm and Rural Legal Service, Legal Aid: phone 1300 65 11 88. The Rattler Railway Company has responded tentatively to the Gympie Regional Council's separation offer. 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Major flooding is occurring at Tagigan Rd and at Bauple East, with minor to moderate flood levels rising downstream at Teddington Weir and Tinana Barrage. Funding of up to $20,000 may be available for eligible sport and active recreation organisations. Major flooding is occurring along the Mary River downstream of Gympie. The river level may exceed the height of the Mary River Bridge (22.00m) late Sunday morning. Access Well HQ Gympie Region online athttps://wellhqgympie.mindstar.com.au. A flood-hit area of southeast Queensland will take years to recover from a "once in a lifetime" disaster, the mayor of rain-ravaged Gympie says. Not long after, two more cyclones caused major flooding when a cyclone crossed the coast near Bustard Head on February 11 and another cyclone tore through Southeast Queensland on February 17, 1893. Lifelineprovides crisis support and suicide prevention for all Australians, Headspaceis the national youth mental health foundation (for 12-25 year olds), Australian Government Department Head to Healthis a digital platform to improve your own mental health, or support somebody else with mental health issues, Mindspotprovides free, anonymous assessment and treatmeant for adults experiencing stress, anxiety, depression, OCD, PTSD, and chronic pain, There are a range of local services that provide counselling for people of all ages, with no GP referral required, Emergency relief vouchers and support are also available in Gympie, GIVIT - If you have experienced hardship and loss resulting from the flood, the community organisation can assist you in requesting items, vouchers and services through GIVIT. The water went down pretty quickly all day. More information available atwww.blazeaid.com.au. A Rattler spokesperson said the deal, which has been on the 2023 Gympie Today Pty Ltd. All rights reserved. Every flood is regrettable for the loss of life, damage to livestock and crops and destruction of dwellings and buildings. An emergency alert was sent to Gympie residents overnight, warning them to evacuate their properties and make sure their pets had appropriate shelter. On February 1, 1893, a cyclone crossed the Queensland coast near Rockhampton causing major flooding. The Gympie region has been hit by three floods in 2022, in January, February, and May. Up to 3600 homes in Gympie could be affected by the rainfall as some isolated areas of the region received more than 1000mm over the period. Further river level rises are expected during Sunday due to heavy falls Saturday night and with forecast rainfall. Telstra Disaster Relief: For eligible individuals and business, free data, long term assistance and payment relief assistance is available. Large portions of Gympie and Maryborough were submerged. The flood-waters are still rising at the, Copyright All rights reserved. These facilities are undergoing clean-up and repair by either council or the community groups managing these facilities. Further rainfall since 9am Saturday of 50 to 250 mm has been observed, mostly in the upper reaches of the Mary River above Gympie and in the headwaters of Tinana Creek. It boasted a fine music hall in which his daughter, Miss Mabel Cox performed and taught music students. The Gympie Times and Mary River Gazette carried this report on 11 February 1893. Location Height of River (m) Tendency Date/Time of Observation, Obi Obi Ck at Baroon Pocket Dam Alert -0.02 Steady 05:12 AM SUN 09/01/22, Mary R at Conondale Alert 1.90 Steady 05:11 AM SUN 09/01/22, Mary R at Bellbird Creek TM 2.18 Falling 05:00 AM SUN 09/01/22, Mary R at Kenilworth H/S Alert 2.10 Steady 04:40 AM SUN 09/01/22, Mary R at Moy Pocket TM 5.79 Falling 05:20 AM SUN 09/01/22, Yabba Ck at Borumba Dam HW Alert 0.77 Falling 04:56 AM SUN 09/01/22, Yabba Ck at Imbil Alert 3.54 Falling 05:18 AM SUN 09/01/22, Kandanga Ck at Hygait TM 2.59 Falling 05:20 AM SUN 09/01/22, Mary R at Dagun Pocket Alert 12.96 Rising 05:35 AM SUN 09/01/22, Six Mile Ck at Lake MacDonald Dam Alert 95.58 Steady 05:33 AM SUN 09/01/22, Six Mile Ck at Cooran TM 7.55 Steady 05:20 AM SUN 09/01/22, Deep Ck at Cedar Pocket Dam HW Alert 101.38 Steady 04:53 AM SUN 09/01/22, Mary R at Gympie Alert 13.41 Rising 05:19 AM SUN 09/01/22, Mary R at Fishermans Pocket TM 14.63 Steady 05:20 AM SUN 09/01/22, Wide Bay Ck at Brooyar TM 4.96 Steady 05:20 AM SUN 09/01/22, Mary R at Miva TM 18.96 Falling 05:00 AM SUN 09/01/22, Munna Ck at Marodian TM 14.82 Falling 05:20 AM SUN 09/01/22, Mary R at Home Park 22.09 Steady 05:00 AM SUN 09/01/22, Mary R at Tiaro Alert 20.60 Rising 05:35 AM SUN 09/01/22, Mary River at Owanyilla Alert 15.50 Rising 05:35 AM SUN 09/01/22, Mary R at The Barrage TM 13.53 Falling 05:05 AM SUN 09/01/22, Tinana Ck at Tagigan Rd 4.27 Steady 05:20 AM SUN 09/01/22, Tinana Ck at Bauple East TM 11.56 Steady 05:00 AM SUN 09/01/22, Tinana Ck at Teddington Weir TM 10.80 Falling 05:31 AM SUN 09/01/22, Tinana Ck at Tinana Barrage TM 8.48 Rising 03:40 AM SUN 09/01/22, Mary R at Maryborough 8.80 Steady 04:50 AM SUN 09/01/22, Mary R at Portside Alert 9.01 Rising 05:28 AM SUN 09/01/22. 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