The Bureau of Meteorology said damaging winds around 60 to 70 km/h will blow throughout the day, with peak gusts of up to 90 to 110km/h.

"A cold front with vigorous west to south-westerly winds is moving through south-east Australia," the BOM said.

The State Emergency Service advised to move vehicles under cover or away from trees, secure loose items around your house, yard and balcony and to keep clear of fallen power lines.

For emergency help in floods and storms, ring your local SES unit on 132 500.