Localised flooding closes sportsfields

Minor flooding of the Lachlan Rivulet has caused the closure
of parts of Tynwald Park at New Norfolk.

MINOR flooding may develop along the River Derwent below Meadowbank Dam overnight tonight and into Wednesday, and along the Rivers Ouse and Clyde during Wednesday based on forecast rainfall.

The Bureau of Meteorology reports that river levels are easing in the lower Derwent tributaries, including the Tyenna, Styx and Plenty Rivers. Localised minor flooding has developed throughout the Derwent Valley following persistent rain over the last few days.

With the Lachlan Rivulet presently in flood, large sections of Tynwald Park in New Norfolk have been closed, including the sportsfields, toilets and vehicle access towards the Wetlands at the bottom of the park.

Receding  floodwaters at Turriff Lodge in New Norfolk have
left behind debris that will be cleared away by the council.

Playgrounds at the Hobart Rd entry to the park can still be accessed but the Derwent Valley Council advises that children should be kept away from floodwaters. The use of alternative playgrounds is recommended if possible.

A council spokesman posted on Facebook that work crews had been surveying flood damage across the municipality and will start the clean-up of flood debris and erosion damage to several roads at Molesworth, Lachlan and Magra in the coming days.

"Please report any issues or damage you see to [the] council on 6261 8500, stay away from flood waters and stay safe," the notice concluded.

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The Lachlan Rivulet in flood at New Norfolk.

Debris building up at the footbridge between Turriff Lodge and Tynwald Park
at New Norfolk.

The Lachlan Rivulet in flood at Tynwald Park, New Norfolk.

The Lachlan Rivulet in flood at the bridge on Humphrey St, New Norfolk.

The Lachlan Rivulet in flood at Sweetwater, Humphrey St.