Real estate industry braces for impact from north Queensland floods
North Queensland's housing market was already tight before the floods, leaving industry experts worried about finding accommodation for people whose homes are damaged.
Heavy rain expected to fall across North Queensland as flood-affected residents begin clean-up
North Queensland residents are bracing for potentially more major flooding, as up to 300mm of rain is forecast to fall over the region in the coming days.
Australia braces for more destruction as deadly floods devastate northeast
Deadly floodwaters triggered by record rainfall in Australia’s northeast rose for a third day Monday as authorities warned flood-stricken communities to brace themselves for further destruction.
North Queensland bracing for more severe weather as authorities try to reach flood-stricken communities
The Bureau of Meterology is expecting more severe weather in north Queensland this weekend, while emergency services are focusing on accessing isolated areas running short on supplies.
Australia's northeast battles heavy flooding after torrential rains
Australian authorities warned that a major flood risk will persist in the northeastern state of Queensland despite torrential rain easing on Monday (February 3).
Heavy rain lashes northeastern Australia causing flooding
Emergency alerts have been issued for multiple areas in and around Townsville, with floodwaters rising for the past three days.
Torrential train causes major flooding in northeastern Australia
Torrential rain caused major flooding in northeastern Australia, forcing residents to evacuate and leaving thousands without power. Queensland state authorities said the heavy rain was expected to continue and warned that a major flood risk is still in effect.
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.
Australia reeling from floods in the north, bushfires in the south
By Kristine Sabillo Northeastern Australia, particularly the state of Queensland, has faced record-breaking rainfall of up to 2 meters, or 6.5 feet, since Feb. 1, reportedly leaving at least two people dead.
Floods kill 2 in Australia's Queensland after monsoon rains
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.
Warning of more 'life-threatening' flooding for Far North Queensland
Far North Queensland is facing more extreme weather over the weekend, with residents warned to expect dangerous and ...
Floods kill 2 people and wreak havoc in Australia's Queensland after monsoon rains
WELLINGTON, New Zealand -- Monsoon rains unleashed flooding in Australia’s Queensland that have claimed the lives of two ...
Parts of Australia reeling from flooding as more heavy rain forecast
A widespread 4 to 10 inches of rain is probable across the Queensland area, and some locations could see 20 or more inches.
More than 1000mm already and still so much more rain and flooding to come for Queensland
Flooding continues over much of northern Queensland, with major flooding from Cardwell to Ingham, and there is still no end ...
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Yet another deluge for flood-weary North Queensland
Hundreds of millimetres of rain is again possible in parts of North Queensland after February 2025 kicked off with one of the ...
Anthony Albanese activates emergency disaster payments amid Far North Queensland flood crisis
Anthony Albanese has activated emergency disaster recovery support for flood-ravaged victims in Far North Queensland, with ...
Oakey Army Aviation Base units sent north to help with North Queensland Flood recovery
Oakey Army Aviation Base personnel have been deployed to the North Queensland to help with the flood recovery effort near the ...
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Support for Queensland transport operators impacted by flooding
Australia’s largest provider of transport and logistics insurance, NTI, has already received claims for truck and marine ...
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.
Devastation from Queensland floods 'incredible', premier says
Thousands of residents are beginning to return home to assess damage to their homes and businesses.