Advice – Paradise Dam returned to regular operating conditions

Update 2 – Wednesday, 18 February 2026, 1:10pm

ADVICE from Sunwater. Paradise Dam is continuing to spill excess water into Burnett River. Paradise Dam has returned to regular operating conditions. Boat Ramp remains closed to the public. Expect decreased river flows over the coming days. Stay informed https://bit.ly/ParadiseStorageLevels

Update 1 – Friday, 13 February 2026, 10:46pm

STAY INFORMED – Paradise Dam spilling excess water into the Burnett River

Warning level: ADVICE

Warning area: Downstream of Paradise Dam

Paradise Dam is spilling excess water into Burnett River. Water flows from Paradise Dam may contribute to localised flooding. Expect increased river flows in 6-12 hours overnight.

What you should do 

• Decide what you will do if flooding starts.
• Do not enter floodwater, rivers or creeks.

Stay informed 

Stay informed because conditions could change rapidly:

• Monitor Paradise Dam level  Sunwater: Storage Levels
• Tune in to ABC Wide Bay 100.1 FM
• Check local updates, road closures and evacuation information at Bundaberg Regional Council http://disaster.bundaberg.qld.gov.au/ and North Burnett Regional Council http://emergency.northburnett.qld.gov.au/
• Monitor river and rainfall conditions at bit.ly/3rsdhEL or visit www.bom.gov.au/qld
• Call Triple Zero (000) if your life is in danger
• For flood help, call the SES on 132 500 or download the SES Assistance QLD app.

An update will be issued if further action is required.