North wants reassurance of ‘building back better’
Dealing with the financial impacts of North Queensland’s flooding event, the business community want all levels of government to follow through on their commitment to “build back better”.
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Qld tourism haven officially a hotspot for shark catches
Queensland’s most sharky beach has been revealed in the wake of the Sunshine State’s latest shark attack. SEE THE MAP
Both men found after flood water rescue near Ollera Creek
Two men who abandoned their vehicle in floodwaters near Ollera Creek have been found safe after a major search and rescue effort this morning. LATEST.
Minister inspects damage at NQ flood-ravaged schools
In North Queensland to inspect schools which have been damaged by the recent flood event, Queensland’s Education Minister said some need “significant work”.
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Flood affected residents line up for fuel and food
More than 200 flood-battered Ingham residents lined up outside Ingham Woolworths ahead of its opening. Video: Cameron Bates
Road closures, power outages: FULL LIST
The Bruce Hwy between Townsville and Ayr has reopened but authorities warn motorists to limit their travel, with many suburbs entering their third day without power. Full list of road closures + power outages here.
‘Hardwired to help’: Soldiers provide flood support
The 3rd Brigade remains poised to provide support to flood victims following a weekend of extensive door knocking with QPS. Read why the Brigadier labelled the community response “inspiring”.
Black zone residents warned not to return as worst is yet to come
The Townsville Local Disaster Management Group sent a clear message on Monday: DO NOT return home to the black zone as more localised heavy rainfall…
Dramatic flood videos, photos out of North Queensland
Torrential rain has turned roads into rivers and homes uninhabitable in the state’s north. SEE THE BEST PHOTOS, VIDEOS
2025 FLOODS: Burdekin Falls Dam spilling over, farms underwater
The Burdekin River has reached major flood levels and is on track to beat its 2011 record, trapping motorists on remote highways and triggering minor flood warnings below the dam.
Townsville soldiers provide flood support with QPS
Townsville soldiers from the 3rd Battalion, Royal Australian Regiment assisted Queensland Police Services with door knocking close to 3,200 homes…
Incredible before and after images lay intensity of NQ floods bare
Many North Queensland communities have been cut off because of roads which are flooded or have been destroyed from the torrents of water. See the photos.
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