Queensland floods the latest example of a common weather system turning into devastation
There was no destructive cyclone, yet a set of unfavourable ingredients caused a fairly common weather system to wreak havoc in northern Queensland this week. So what happened to make it so severe? And should we be more heightened to the risks of tropical lows?
Devastation from Queensland floods 'incredible', premier says
Thousands of residents are beginning to return home to assess damage to their homes and businesses.
Queensland in Australia hit by record rainfall, flooding
Flood waters are rising in the Australian state of Queensland after heavy rainfall. The area between Townsville and Cairns in the north-east is particularly badly affected - a region that is also very popular with tourists.
Floods kill 2 people and wreak havoc in Australia’s Queensland after monsoon rains
WELLINGTON, New Zealand (AP) — Monsoon rains unleashed flooding in Australia’s Queensland that have claimed the lives of two people as the week-long deluge dropped months of rainfall in a few days, devastating small rural towns on the state’s north coast.
Second woman confirmed dead in Australia's floods
A second woman is confirmed to have died in flooding which has inflicted "incredible" devastation on communities in northern Australia. Police said the 82-year-old woman's body was found in a cane paddock in Queensland on Tuesday,
‘People in need’: Albanese attends Queensland flooding with Premier Crisafulli
Sky News host Paul Murray discusses Prime Minister Anthony Albanese’s appearances in Queensland amid disaster efforts for ...
‘Disgusted’: Looters take advantage of deadly floods as 24-hour patrols put in place in Far North Queensland
Criminals have taken advantage of evacuation orders in areas of Far North Queensland rocked by the death of two people, ...
Queensland beachfront clubhouse to be demolished due to erosion damage
Major erosion caused by storms and high tides at a Queensland beach is set to claim a former surf life saving clubhouse.
Banana shortage warning as floods cut off north Queensland supply
North Queensland’s main freight artery has been severed, blocking supply of the nation’s favourite fruit from the main ...
From Queensland cop to political powerhouse: Opposition Leader Peter Dutton opens up on life, love and leadership
In a rare, tell-all interview, Opposition Leader Peter Dutton has opened up about his past, personal life and the experiences ...
RSAF deploys two helicopters to help Australia in flood relief efforts in Queensland
SINGAPORE – The Republic of Singapore Air Force (RSAF) has sent two Chinook helicopters to help the Australian Defence Force ...
Queensland Police issue PSPA after shooting in Tallebudgera Valley
Police have made an emergency declaration after a man was shot in Tallebudgera Valley on the Gold Coast. Queensland Police ...
No extra funding for Queensland Health to rename satellite hospitals
The LNP promised to rename satellite hospitals to provide more clarity over their role, and the Crisafulli government has ...
PM’s ‘soft appearances’ on TV in Queensland questioned amid parliamentary crises
Sky News host Paul Murray discusses Prime Minister Anthony Albanese's "soft appearances" in North Queensland amid flooding ...