Floodwaters still threaten parts of Australia’s east coast as tropical storm cleanup begins
Tropical Storm Alfred flooding feared in eastern Australia
Mass blackouts in storm-hit eastern Australia
Video shows Queensland, Australia, after Cyclone Alfred dropped 15 inches of rain
Cyclone Alfred struck the east coast of Australia late Friday, unleashing strong winds, rough surf and dangerous rip currents along popular beaches over the weekend. An estimated 10 to 15 inches fell around Brisbane and on Moreton Island during the storm.
120,000 properties still blacked out in storm-hit Australia
The wind and rain have since eased across the coastline straddling Queensland and New South Wales. Read more at straitstimes.com.
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Financial assistance on the way for northern New South Wales residents recovering from Cyclone Alfred
The Albanese and Minns Governments are today announcing emergency financial assistance to help residents in the State’s north-east severely impacted by ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred.
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Cyclone Alfred: 120,000 homes still blacked out in Australia
Although the wind and rain have since eased in Queensland and New South Wales, large areas remain without power
Man charged with drink driving after being rescued from vehicle in floodwaters south of Lismore, New South Wales
A man has been charged with drink driving after he got caught in floodwaters in New South Wales' Northern Rivers region.
Western Australia vs New South Wales Live Score: Western Australia score after 19 overs is 35/2
Western Australia at 35/2 after 19 overs, Hilton Cartwright at 5 runs and Cameron Bancroft at 20 runs
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Rare cyclone batters Brisbane and Australia’s Gold Coast
Over the weekend, residents of Brisbane, Australia, were bracing for the impact of Tropical Cyclone Alfred. The storm was downgraded to a tropical low, and made landfall on the mainland on Saturday. It was the first storm of its kind in the area in 51 years.
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese activates income support for flood-affected communities in New South Wales and Queensland
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has announced the activation of the Disaster Recovery Allowance for people impacted by the floods in Queensland and NSW.