Several flood warnings have been issued across Queensland as heavy rain continues. The Mary River at Tiaro is rising rapidly and could reach major flood level. The Gympie Regional Council said the Kidd Bridge into Gympie was likely to close at 5:30pm. The Bureau of Meteorology says the worst of the severe storms could hit south-east Queensland on Monday, bringing large hail, damaging winds and heavy rain. Near Clermont, an Emergency Warning for flash flooding has been lifted, though moderate flood warnings remain for the Warrego and Weir rivers.
Isaac Regional Council has restricted access to waste management facilities across the region because of wet weather. At the Clermont landfill, only 4WD vehicles may enter, and truck access is not permitted. Household skip bins can be used by 4WD and 2WD vehicles. All other site access is limited to 4WD vehicles. The council says it will keep monitoring the sites and provide regular updates to residents.
The Clermont Waste Management Facility is closed today, Friday 23 October 2026, because of staff unavailability, the local council has advised residents. Kerbside general waste collections will proceed as scheduled today. Recycling collections are set to be completed tomorrow. The facility is expected to reopen as usual on Saturday 24 October 2026. Residents seeking more information are directed to the council's customer service line, which operates around the clock.
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A Minlacowie bull has topped the CQ Invitational Droughtmaster sale for a second consecutive year. The 22-month-old Minlacowie Camelot sold for $45,000 to Josh Perry of Strathfield Droughtmasters, Clermont. Of 45 bulls offered by seven studs, 40 sold for a gross of $472,000 and an average of $11,800. Mr Perry said he judged the bull on looks first and used data only as a check. Nicole Mills said Camelot was a standout young sire with strong potential.
The Clermont Waste Management Facility will be closed on Thursday, 22 October 2026, from 9am until 2pm, after which normal operating hours will resume. The temporary change is needed because of a planned power outage by Ergon. Council has thanked residents in advance for their patience while the work takes place. Residents who need further details are directed to the council's customer service team, which is available around the clock.
Isaac Regional Council has restricted access to waste management facilities in Clermont because of wet weather. At the Clermont landfill, only 4WD vehicles may enter. Household skip bins can be used by 2WD vehicles, and trucks cannot access the site. In Moranbah, all sites have reopened. The council says it will keep monitoring the sites and provide regular updates to residents.
Clermont residents on Cottonpatch Lane and Edge Street face an unplanned water supply outage on Wednesday, 14 October 2026, from 10am to 1pm. The outage is caused by a main water repair in Cottonpatch Lane and affects about 13 properties. Once supply returns, residents may see discoloured water. Those affected should flush their taps and avoid using washing machines until the water runs clear. Flushed water can be used on gardens and lawns.
The Clermont Museum will close at the end of business on Saturday 28 November 2026 and reopen on Wednesday 24 March 2027. The Nebo Museum will close at the end of business on Thursday 26 November 2026 and reopen on Tuesday 23 March 2027. Isaac Regional Council thanked the community for its understanding during the seasonal closure period. The council said it looks forward to welcoming visitors back when both museums reopen in March 2027.
Isaac Regional Council is asking Clermont residents to keep saving water after higher than normal levels of manganese were found in the town's raw water supply. The water treatment plant will not operate overnight while crews work on the issue. Storage levels are stable and not critical. The council says the town water supply remains safe to drink and meets Australian Drinking Water Guidelines. Residents with discoloured water are asked to run taps until it clears.
