Emergency warnings have been issued across New South Wales (NSW) and Queensland due to significant flooding resulting from the deluge caused by ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred.

The New South Wales State Emergency Service (SES) reported that substantial flooding is currently taking place on the Clarence River, particularly affecting residents of Carrs Island, Grafton, and the downstream communities of Harwood, Chatsworth, Warregah, and Goodwood Islands.

Residents in these areas have been advised to shelter in place as they will be isolated until flood waters recede.

In the Richmond River region, major flooding has struck Bungawalbin, where residents have been warned it is now too late to evacuate, and to seek refuge at higher ground instead.

Notably, major flooding is also being recorded at Coraki.

Heavy rainfall has impacted Queensland, particularly in the Tweed Valley, where floods have resurfaced across the region.

The rain – which is expected to last into Monday – has raised flood levels significantly in several locations, including Tumbulgum.

Further south, the Macleay River is forecasted to reach moderate flood levels at Kempsey and Smithtown, prompting officials to advise residents to prepare for evacuation.

Isolations are also possible for residents in areas such as Hat Head, Crescent Head, and South West Rocks due to flood waters inundating roads.

A flood watch has been issued for minor flooding across the state’s north-west and central-west regions.

Approximately 230,000 people in Queensland and New South Wales are currently without power as a result of the severe weather.

In response to the flooding situation, approximately 30 rescues occurred in Queensland’s southeast and northern New South Wales over the weekend.

Emergency crews are actively working to restore power, although this process is challenged by hazardous conditions and debris resulting from the flooding.

In a separate incident, a man has been charged following an alleged assault at an evacuation centre in Mullumbimby, NSW.

Police reported that two men were involved in an altercation, resulting in one of the men being treated for facial injuries before being taken to a local hospital in stable condition.

The accused has been charged with assault occasioning actual bodily harm and was refused bail pending court appearance.

Additionally, on March 20, welfare support payments are scheduled to increase for around five million Australians, which include adjustments for jobseeker payments and pensions, as part of an indexation measure.

Flooding also threatens Brisbane as the Enogerra Dam has overflowed, currently at 240% capacity.

Authorities have warned residents near the Enogerra Creek catchment area to prepare for potential evacuation as flooding is expected to increase due to the dam's spillover compounded by high tide conditions and ongoing heavy rainfall.

Emergency services continue to monitor the situation closely, with warnings in place across northern NSW and parts of Queensland.

As conditions remain unstable, further updates will be provided as the response to these flooding emergencies continues.