North Queensland begins flood recovery, insurance claims surge
The Insurance Council of Australia (ICA) has reported that insurers have received more than 3,950 claims following severe storms and flooding in North Queensland. The ICA declared the event a “Significant Event” on Feb. 2 and continues to monitor its impact.
What's driving north Queensland's deadly, record-breaking floods?
Record-breaking floods across north Queensland have now turned deadly, with one woman drowning while being rescued on Sunday morning. And the floodwaters are still rising, with rain set to continue.
Far North Queensland town of Cardwell begins flood clean-up
Almost 1.5 metres of rain fell on the town of Cardwell in the first five days of February, causing flooding to 70 homes.
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 growing region.
Disaster recovery allowance available for communities affected by North Queensland floods
The Albanese Government is activating financial support for communities directly affected by the floods in North Queensland through the Disaster Recovery Allowance (DRA).
‘More to come’: Queensland Premier issues warning over emergency floods
Queensland Premier David Crisafulli is urging residents to “please listen to the advice” and “stay in contact with communications” as parts of the state endure extreme rain and floods.
Rain intensifies in north Queensland as ADF arrives to help rebuild destroyed bridge
Rain is easing in the north of the state, while central Queensland communities are now bracing for downpours as the system ...
Tragic update after man goes missing in crocodile-infested waters in Far North Queensland
The search for a man missing for a week in crocodile-infested waters in Far North Queensland has been shifted to a mission to recover his remains.
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, ...
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Flood recovery package delivers $8 million kick start for North Queensland clean-up
An $8 million Community Relief Fund, jointly funded by the Albanese and Crisafulli Governments, is now available to councils impacted by flooding and severe weather, to allow them to kick off ...
Qld weather: More heavy rain forecast for flood-hit areas of state’s north
Flood-soaked North Queensland communities have been warned of more heavy rain that could lead to life-threatening flash flooding in coming days – and even the chance of a tropical cyclone developing ...
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North Queensland floods spark surge in insurance claims and recovery efforts
More than 1,400 claims have been lodged so far, with numbers expected to rise as floodwaters recede. The ICA has indicated ...
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What's behind north Queensland's deadly floods?
The atmospheric factors behind north Queensland's deadly floods are very similar to recent floods in the region — and climate change is likely playing a role. North Queensland has been hit by ...
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 ...