As Cyclone Alfred tracked towards Brisbane, water levels in creeks, including Norman Creek, surged, causing significant flooding in parts of the city.
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A resident shared a video of Norman Creek in flood at Ridge Street, Greenslopes, on 8 March. Following this, Brisbane issued an Emergency Warning for flooding after water levels exceeded the Minor Flood Level in East Brisbane and Woolloongabba.
Flood Impact and Road Closures
Flooding resulted from rainfall runoff, tidal influences, river flooding, and storm surge. Data collected from gauges near Caswell Street at Norman Creek monitored the rising water levels. Several streets in Greenslopes were placed on red alert due to flash flooding, including:
- Cornwall Street – Flooding at Norman Creek after Knight Street
- Ern Street & Junction Street (12 Junction St) – Greenslopes/Woolloongabba
- Gladys Street – Between Constance Street and Laura Street
Brisbane’s creek systems, including Breakfast Creek, Kedron Brook, and Norman Creek, act as natural floodways, but when rainfall exceeds capacity, water overflows into urban areas. Norman Creek passes through Greenslopes, flowing under the freeway before merging with Sandy Creek from Tarragindi via Barr Street Park.
Water Levels Begin to Drop
There was some relief for residents near Norman Creek as Bureau of Meteorology data indicated a drop in water levels by Tuesday, 11 March. Major flood levels reached 3.50 metres on Sunday, 9 March, but receded as weather conditions improved.
Authorities continue to monitor the situation, urging residents to remain cautious as residual floodwaters may still pose risks. Cleanup efforts are now underway, with Brisbane launching the ex-TC Alfred Ute Army, calling on Brisbane residents to help clean up fallen trees, branches, and leaves in the neighbourhood.
Keep track of the latest developments post-Cyclone Alfred:
Evacuation Centres Open for Affected Residents
Updated: 10 March 2025
Brisbane City Council has opened evacuation centres for residents displaced by flooding:
- Sleeman Sports Complex (Chandler Arena) – 757 Tilley Road, Chandler (access via Old Cleveland Road, Car Park 3)
- Kedron Wavell Services Club – 21 Kittyhawk Drive, Chermside
- Riverlife Community Centre (Community-led) – 47 Jennifer Street, Seventeen Mile Rocks
Safety Reminders:
- Check alerts and road conditions before evacuating.
- Leave early and avoid driving through floodwaters.
- Do not park near trees, creeks, or drains.
What to Bring:
- Essential items: mobile phone, charger, spare clothing, toiletries, towel, important documents (e.g., insurance papers, passports, medical prescriptions).
- Medication and infant supplies: formula, nappies, or any special medical needs.
- Bedding: pillows and blankets.
- Before leaving: Inform neighbours, turn off electricity and gas, and lock your home.
Pet Guidelines:
- Sleeman Sports Complex & Riverlife Community Centre – Pets allowed but must be crated, leashed, and securely transported. Owners must bring food and litter trays.
- Kedron Wavell Services Club – No pets allowed, except for registered service animals.
Brisbane Council Service Updates Following Cyclone Alfred
Brisbane City Council has adjusted its services and facility operations due to Alfred’s impact.
Closures Until Further Notice:
- Council’s Environment Centres
- Story Bridge footpaths
Open Facilities & Services: All Council’s resource recovery centres are now open. Free green waste disposal is available at the following locations from 6:30 am to 5:45 pm daily:
- Chandler – 728 Tilley Road
- Ferny Grove – 101 Upper Kedron Road
- Nudgee – 1372 Nudgee Road
- Willawong – 360 Sherbrooke Road
To help residents clean up garden waste after ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred, Council also opened two temporary green waste drop-off sites
- Mt Coot-tha carpark – Sir Samuel Griffith Drive
- White Hills Reserve – Off Boundary Road, Camp Hill
The sites will be open from 7:00 am to 5:00 pm daily until further notice.
Most council services are expected to reopen on 11 March, including Brisbane Business Hub, City Hall, Museum of Brisbane, most community halls, Brisbane Greeter tours, immunisation clinics, and active and healthy classes. Customer service centres will reopen, except for the South Regional Business Centre, which remains closed due to site damage.
Library Services: All libraries are now open, except for City Archives, Holland Park, Inala, Mt Coot-tha, and Sandgate.
The following libraries are being assessed for reopening:
- Banyo
- Corinda
- Everton Park
- Fairfield
- Grange
- Kenmore
Cemetery Updates:
- Toowong Cemetery – Open, but the customer service office remains closed until Wednesday, 12 March.
- Cemeteries Open from 10 March: Mount Gravatt, Pinnaroo, Bald Hills, Balmoral, Brookfield, Cedar Creek, Moggill, Nundah, South Brisbane, Paddington.
- Hemmant Cemetery & Crematorium – Remains closed until further notice.
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For further updates, visit brisbane.qld.gov.au or call 07 3403 8888. For public transport updates, visit translink.com.au or call 13 12 30. Traffic information is available at QLDtraffic.qld.gov.au or 13 19 40.
Published 11-March-2025
