Where does it flood in Brisbane?

Where does it flood in Brisbane?

Some of Brisbane’s most flood-prone suburbs, including Coorparoo. Homes in Coorparoo, Newstead, Clayfield, Camp Hill, Paddington, West End, Taringa and Indooroopilly were among the worst affected.

Where did the Brisbane floods occur 2011?

On 13th January 2011 major flooding occurred throughout most of the Brisbane River catchment, most severely in Toowoomba and the Lockyer Creek catchment (where 23 people drowned), the Bremer River catchment and in Brisbane, the state capital of Queensland.

Does St Lucia Brisbane flood?

St Lucia was one of Brisbane’s worst-hit suburbs. UQ’s St Lucia campus was barely recognisable, resembling a set of islands rather than a teaching and research hub, as floodwater surged through the campus for almost a week.

Is Brisbane likely to flood?

Brisbane sits on a flood plain which means flooding is possible. Brisbane City Council works to manage and reduce the risks of flooding to ensure our city remains safe and liveable.

Is the city of Brisbane on a flood plain?

Brisbane sits on a flood plain which means flooding is possible. Brisbane City Council works to manage and reduce the risks of flooding to ensure our city remains safe and liveable. Find information on the likelihood and sources of flooding for your property and local area with our Flood Awareness Maps.

How does floodwise Property Report work in Brisbane?

FloodWise Property Reports show the risk and type of flooding at a specific property. This enables you to plan and build new habitable floor levels in accordance with Brisbane City Council’s requirements. Council bases the information in the report on the latest flood studies and models endorsed by Council.

When was Brisbane City Council flood risk strategy released?

In 2012, Council released Brisbane’s FloodSmart Future Strategy 2012-2031. This strategy takes an integrated approach to managing flood risk through a coordinated mix of: land use planning and development control.

Is the Indooroopilly Riverwalk open to the public?

Brisbane City Council is pleased to announce that construction of the Indooroopilly Riverwalk is now complete and the riverwalk is now open for use. This page includes the details of neighbourhood plans adopted in 2012. These plans form part of Brisbane City Plan 2014.