Final drop-in session
Join us on Monday 16 March 2026 to learn about the outcomes of the Newstead Flood Study and Mitigation Strategy project.
Working together for a flood-resilient Newstead
Over the past two years we have worked with key stakeholders, the project steering group and the Newstead community to complete the Newstead Flood Study.
Join us for the final community session as we share the completed flood modelling, outline the recommended mitigation strategy, and explain what the findings mean for Newstead. Discuss the outcomes with Council staff, Water Technology and the North Central Catchment Management Authority, ask questions and understand the next steps in planning for a safer, more flood‑resilient future.
We encourage all residents, businesses and community members to attend.
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FAQs
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Key project documents
- A model (called RORB*) was used to study how much rainfall becomes runoff and flows during floods in the Newstead area.
- The model was tested using real data from past floods, including the big floods in January 2011 and October 2022.
- The model used information from several river gauges, including the Loddon River at Newstead.
- The study also looked at how climate change might increase rainfall and affect flooding in the near future (2030) and long-term (2100).
- The results show that the model is reliable and can be used to help plan for future floods in Newstead.
* RORB is a computer program used for calculating flood hydrographs from rainfall and other inputs, and is widely used in hydrology, particularly in Australia.
- A flood model (called TUFLOW) was created to show how water moves through Newstead during floods.
- It was tested using past floods, including the October 2022 and September 2016 events, and matched real data, including recorded flood heights and photos.
- The model was used to simulate a wide range of flood scenarios, from more common floods to very rare ones.
- It also looked at how climate change might affect flooding by the year 2100.
- The model will also be used to explore flood mitigation options, inform planning decisions and improve emergency planning.
Learn more about the first stage of community consultation and what we heard.
Learn more about the second stage of community consultation and what we heard.
