Gunnedah Times

07/08/2025

There will be no junior soccer for Gunnedah-based players this weekend while it remains unclear when the sport resumes due to local flooding.

There will be no junior soccer for Gunnedah-based players this weekend while it remains unclear when the sport resumes due to local flooding. Gunnedah and District Soccer Association (GDSA) secretary Alli Gourley said it was hoped there could be play next weekend (August 16-17), with a mixed junior....

07/08/2025

Last Saturday’s 23-17 victory against the Quirindi Lions at a waterlogged Quirindi Rugby Club venue enabled the Gunnedah Red Devils to book a home semi-final while securing the Central North Rugby Union (CNRU) minor premiership.

Last Saturday’s 23-17 victory against the Quirindi Lions at a waterlogged Quirindi Rugby Club venue enabled the Gunnedah Red Devils to book a home semi-final while securing the Central North Rugby Union (CNRU) minor premiership. With the visitors having the abovementioned incentives while the host...

07/08/2025

Roads closed, homes inaccessible and flood signs almost under water. Check out this aerial view of flooding documented yesterday afternoon. Gunnedah is captured at the 1.10 minute mark.

Find more aerial photos here: https://gunnedahtimes.com.au/2025/08/07/gunnedah-and-surrounds-flooding-from-above-august-2025-photos/

Thank you to Whitehaven Coal and the pilots for giving us the opportunity to document the flooding from above.

05/08/2025

8.78m false readings? Perhaps. Mystery surrounds a big spike in official river height levels at Gunnedah this morning. More from authorities here: http://bit.ly/3Hf87aG including additional reporting on the flood situation.

04/08/2025

The Namoi River at Gunnedah was at 8.22m this morning and rising.

Find more photos and update here: https://gunnedahtimes.com.au/2025/08/04/namoi-river-in-gunnedah-recorded-at-8-22m/

Keep updated on the Hazards Near Me App or on the NSW SES website.

03/08/2025

Sure, it's a little wet now☔️ but how prepared are you for bushfire? 🔥🔥🙄 The local RFS has compiled a checklist for Gunnedah district residents to help get ready. Find out the bushfire precautions you should be taking now, here ...

The NSW Rural Fire Service is encouraging property owners in the Liverpool Range District area – which includes Gunnedah – to prepare their firefighting equipment ahead of fire activity this season. RFS Superintendent Paul McGrath said properly prepared properties stand a far better chance of su...

03/08/2025

Flood emergency warnings are in place, with the SES directing residents in select areas to evacuate.

See below from NSW SES at 3.02pm:

The NSW SES is directing people in the following area(s) to EVACUATE BEFORE 4:00 pm Sun 03 Aug due to moderate to major flooding:
between Wolseley Park and Namoi River.
Bloomfield Street
Parts of Maitland Street
Parts of Chandos Street
Parts of Warrabungle Street
Parts of Rosemary Street
Parts of Marquis Street
Parts of Abbott Street
Parts of Tempest Street
You must evacuate before this time because due to rising floodwater

Evacuation Information
You should evacuate to stay with family, friends, or alternate accommodation in areas unaffected by flooding. If you are unable to find accommodation, Evacuation centres have been set up at:
Gunnedah PCYC, 44 View Street, Gunnedah NSW
If you remain in the area, you may become trapped without power, water, and other essential services. It may be too dangerous for NSW SES to rescue you, and buildings may not be able to withstand the impact of flood water.

Find more information on the Hazards Near Me app and on the NSW SES website https://www.ses.nsw.gov.au/?fbclid=IwY2xjawL71xVleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFIUDJtN2V4TmpoT01sdFRsAR7g45IbNL4hEfN1DGHqL6TB7pkyg9_5Qbsd0XhJY5KVvV3awMIv0s4ppy9w2A_aem_vf_GqJuLYg8Q1BAvoG2XLg

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03/08/2025

The Catch of the Week goes to ...

(***cue drum roll pls ...🥁🥁🥁)

Dylan Turnbull, who caught this 80cm cod in the Namoi. Congratulations Dylan!

Thanks to Turner Cycles and Outdoors for sponsoring our Catch of the Week section!

The Catch of the Week post with the most likes each month wins a $20 gift voucher to spend in store. Vote for Dylan by giving this post a like! 🙂

Send your fishing photos to [email protected] with details about the fish and angler. The angler must be from the Gunnedah area, but the fish may be caught anywhere. Fish must be legally caught.

02/08/2025

Update 6.16am via the BOM. Major flooding MAY occur at Gunnedah ...

Monitor New England NSW SES and the Hazards Near App for continued updates

02/08/2025

Obituary: Lloyd William Angel was a man of many talents with a real zest for life and he embraced every opportunity with enthusiasm and vigour, sharing his gifts with many in the Gunnedah community and beyond. More here ...

Lloyd William Angel was a man of many talents with a real zest for life and he embraced every opportunity with enthusiasm and vigour, sharing his gifts with many in the Gunnedah community and beyond. His death on March 4, 2025 at the age of 78, closed the door on a busy and fulfilling life filled wi...

02/08/2025

✅ UPDATE: The Kamilaroi Hwy has reopened between Breeza and Curlewis.

⛔️🌧️ KAMILAROI HIGHWAY CLOSED - FLOODING
- TO

- 4:38PM, Saturday 2nd August

The Kamilaroi Highway is closed in both directions between Breeza and Curlewis due to flooding.

Motorists are advised to avoid the area. Never enter floodwater.

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02/08/2025