Model was inaccurate, says hydrologist
A FLOODS expert has raised concerns over the process and accuracy of the model he was asked to rely on for his report for the inquiry
Hedley Thomas
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Wivenhoe releases more than half of flood
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Wivenhoe Dam release drained half of river
RELEASES of water from Brisbanes Wivenhoe Dam during the devastating January floods comprised more than half of the total flow volume in the lower Brisbane River, according to a new report.
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