Macleay River Rise Published on 29 April 2025 All river crossings have reopened except for Dowlings Falls Causeway which remains closed due to flood damage. Tagged as: , Bridges, Emergencies and Disasters, Roads
Macleay River update Published on 07 April 2025 Bridges have reopened. Tagged as: , Emergencies and Disasters
Flood mitigation infrastructure to close Saturday Published on 29 March 2025 Council staff will close flood gates and relief gates on Saturday. Tagged as: , Emergencies and Disasters
How do our flood gates work? Published on 13 March 2025 Following the recent flooding of the Macleay River, it’s a good time to explain how some of the flood infrastructure is managed in the Lower Macleay. Tagged as: , Emergencies and Disasters
Macleay Valley Final Flood Update Published on 11 March 2025 The Bureau of Meteorology has issued a Final Flood Warning for the Macleay River. No further flooding is expected. Road and bridge specific updates will be provided as they open. Tagged as: , Emergencies and Disasters
Understanding flood infrastructure in the Kempsey Shire Published on 07 March 2025 Kempsey Shire’s flood infrastructure helps manage water flow and mitigate flooding. Tagged as: , Emergencies and Disasters
Coastal storm surges and erosion warning Published on 05 March 2025 Abnormally high tides and large swells this week are creating a significant risk of flooding and coastal erosion, particularly for low-lying coastal communities. Tagged as: , Emergencies and Disasters
Helping the Macleay Valley to stay afloat in flood times Published on 05 March 2025 In times of flood, Kempsey Shire Council swings into action from the very first alert from the Bureau of Meteorology, working alongside other agencies and levels of government to help keep the community safe and minimise damage as much as possible. Tagged as: , Emergencies and Disasters
Keeping safe in a flood Published on 05 March 2025 For emergency assistance during a flood, storm or tsunami, call the NSW SES on 132 500. In a life-threatening emergency, call Triple Zero (000). Tagged as: , Emergencies and Disasters
Council begins precautionary preparations as flood watch issued Published on 05 March 2025 Proactive measures are being implemented to safeguard infrastructure should flooding occur. Tagged as: , Emergencies and Disasters