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The Latest Breaking News from Alfred

Million Dollar Secret on Netflix review: a lazy, one-note ripoff of The Traitors

1/5 Even Peter Serafinowicz’s best English butler impersonation can’t save this joyless show

Evening Standard

Plans to help more into 'disaster' housing market

Aspiring homeowners could secure a cheaper mortgage and lower deposit by letting the government take a stake, but Peter Dutton questions whether they want to.

AAP

Climate advocates label Australia a 'petro-state'

In the shadow of Tropical Cyclone Alfred, climate advocates have gathered in the NSW capital for Climate Action Week Sydney to consider a policy response.

AAP

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PM downplays personal poll lift as Labor maintains lead

Anthony Albanese has improved his standing among voters, drawing level with Peter Dutton for satisfaction in polling for the first time in a year.

AAP

David Crisafulli came out of Cyclone Alfred looking like a leader. His real danger lies within the LNP

Insiders say Jarrod Bleijie and his allies are picking policy fights the government would be better advised to avoid

The Guardian - AU

Beach damage may cost global tourist hub: expert

A global tourism hub is "open for business" but an expert has warned beach erosion by ex-cyclone Alfred may inflict a financial hit on the glitter strip.

AAP

In the middle of cyclone preparation I found a baby bird – one tiny, wild life amid the wind and rain

My homeplace has experienced four natural disasters in eight years. But I’d never seen the like of this bird before, vibrantly green and startlingly beautiful

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Backlash in Brisbane as New Order gig gets go ahead in storm-damaged city

Ticket holders for the Tuesday night concert at an outdoor riverside venue have complained about the decision to go ahead in the wake of ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred

The Guardian - AU

'I would be dead': mum makes fateful call amid storm

A decision to stay away after power was restored to her neighbourhood may have saved a mother-of-two's life, with a tree destroying her home soon afterwards.

AAP

Muddy recovery under way as rain eases in Alfred's wake

The clean-up has begun following an ex-cyclone but some people will recover sooner than others, with flooding still impacting areas and many without power.

AAP

‘Born in a cyclone’: couple welcome baby Florence as Alfred rages outside

After Amber Butler’s water broke in the middle of the night, she and partner Ben Chan were forced to drive to Tweed hospital in the midst of the tropical cyclone

The Guardian - AU

Sharks spotted in flooded canals as Australia grapples with Cyclone Alfred aftermath

Authorities warn of rising waters, health risks and power outages as recovery efforts begin

The Independent UK

Ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred: what we know about flooding, roads, public transport and services disruption

With south-east Queensland and northern NSW still facing severe weather, here’s what we know about flood warnings and rainfall, evacuation centres, and the availability of phone, internet and other services

The Guardian - AU

BoM defends forecasts after claim coastal community not properly warned

Bureau urged to review its systems after Fraser Coast mayor says Hervey Bay was pelted with 260mm of rain after being told it was not in firing line

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Emergency Flood Warnings Issued As Ex-Cyclone Alfred Continues To Wreak Havoc

“My message today, and we do have a bit of rain left to go, is overwhelmingly you must always put your safety first. That's number one in a disaster. Property can be replaced, people can't."

The Guardian - AU

Morning Mail: Flood warnings after Alfred deluge, ‘cohesion’ warning over Israel support, Gene Hackman’s last days

Danger remains from ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred; Australian Muslims left ‘hurt’ by government’s support of Israel

AAP

Flood, dam-spill fears put wind up locals after cyclone

A sodden region is bracing for more rain, sparking fears a nearby dam may spill and renew a flood threat in the aftermath of ex-tropical cyclone Alfred.

AAP

More hazardous, more rain: cyclones in a warming world

There's more to learn about Alfred's relationship to climate change but studies suggest cyclones are bringing more rain and doing more damage than in the past.

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The Guardian - AU

Almost 230,000 properties without power as ex-tropical cyclone brings more dangerous rain

South-east Queensland and northern NSW face further heavy downpours and flash flooding

The Guardian - AU

People rescued near Bellingen; thousands of insurance claims lodged after Cyclone Alfred – as it happened

BoM path track map shows ex-cyclone off Australia’s coast made landfall in south-east Queensland overnight, north of Brisbane. Follow the latest updates today

The Conversation

View from The Hill: Alfred forces Albanese into budget of risks and opportunities

The “maybe” March 25 budget is now a definite, the government’s hand forced by Cyclone Alfred.

The Guardian - AU

How does ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred compare to past storms?

Of the many cyclones that have come within 300km of south-east Queensland and northern NSW over the years, those that made landfall wreaked havoc

AAP

Community spirit as clean up begins after cyclone

Heavy rainfall and strong winds are persisting after an ex tropical cyclone neared coastal communities but some residents are already starting the clean up.

The Guardian - AU

Limited sleep, damp houses – and waiting for more wild weather: on the ground preparing for Alfred

Guardian Australia reporters, editors and contributors reflect on their experiences of wind, rain and power outages from ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred

The Independent UK

Australian homes lose power and people told to evacuate as tropical cyclone approaches

Tens of thousands of homes and businesses lost power and people were ordered to evacuate their flood-prone homes Friday as part of the Australian east coast was lashed by wind and rain ahead of its first tropical cyclone in 51 years

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