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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.

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‘Cabin fever’ and Covid-19 flashbacks: how ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred is upending Brisbane life

With Brisbane essentially shut down thanks to some of the wettest weather in decades, residents are feeling bored, cooped up and anxious

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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

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Floods prompt early Lions trip to Sydney for AFL opener

Brisbane will head early to Sydney for their AFL opener as south-east Queensland sports teams deal with storm damage.

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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

Reds crave home base return ahead of Waratahs test

Queensland Reds prop Alex Hodgman thinks a return to soggy Brisbane will be the tonic after a "reality check" loss to the Crusaders in Christchurch.

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The sting in Alfred’s tail: severe rain and flood risk as storms loom over Queensland and northern NSW

Ex-Cyclone Alfred has passed. However, residents of northern New South Wales and parts of Brisbane and the Sunshine Coast should be on high alert for bands of intense rainfall and possible flash flooding.

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Broncos emerge above water in cyclone's aftermath

Brisbane's training base emerged unscathed from Cyclone Alfred as players returned to training on Monday after minor inconveniences from the natural disaster.

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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

The Guardian - AU

Australia’s east coast battered by Alfred’s deadly winds, heavy rains

Damaging winds and torrential rains from Alfred continue to wreak havoc across Australia’s Queensland region.

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After Alfred, Brisbane’s rising creeks bring all-too-familiar anxiety

The Brisbane River’s suburban tributaries are designed to work as the city’s floodway. It’s a system that works – until it doesn’t

The Guardian - AU

Ex-Cyclone Alfred has left flooding in its wake. Here’s how floods affect our health

Ex-Cyclone Alfred is bringing significant rainfall to southeast Queensland and the Northern Rivers of New South Wales. Flooding has hit Lismore, Ballina, Grafton, Brisbane and Hervey Bay, which received 150 mm of rainfall in two hours this morning.

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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 Guardian - AU

Adelaide coach fumes as Roar grab sweltering stalemate

Adelaide United coach Carl Veart was seething after the Reds drew 1-1 against A-League Men cellar-dwellers Brisbane Roar at Coopers Stadium on Saturday.

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Brisbane is bracing for floods yet again. History shows residents should remain on very high alert

Authorities on Sunday warned of intense rainfall and dangerous thunderstorms about Brisbane, as remnants of ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred continue to be felt across southeast Queensland and northeast New South Wales.

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Greene says Giants must lift 'when it matters' in AFL

GWS captain Toby Greene has brushed off talk that the Giants can win the AFL flag this season, saying they are yet to consistently perform when it counts.

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Hawks star Moore welcomes any talent amid Allen reports

Hawthorn star Dylan Moore says he would welcome more potential talented players at the club following the off-season recruiting of Tom Barrass and Josh Battle.

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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

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Star secures lifeline to unload entertainment precinct

Star Entertainment Group will exit its ownership and management of the Queen's Wharf Brisbane integrated resort and hospitality precinct.

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After the winds, now comes the rain and floods. Here’s what you need to know about ex-Cyclone Alfred

More than 300,000 homes and businesses are without power and residents are bracing for heavy rain and flooding after ex-Cyclone Alfred made landfall on Saturday night.

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Ex-Cyclone Alfred reaches mainland as heavy rain and damaging floods expected

Communities in northern NSW and south-east Queensland remain on alert for heavy rain and flooding

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‘I’m ready’: why John is determined to weather Cyclone Alfred in his tent despite authorities’ warnings

As the storm approaches Brisbane many are taking shelter in evacuation centres, but some are staying put

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Australians told to ‘prepare for worst’ as Cyclone Alfred nears landfall

Violent winds prompt evacuation orders and cut off electricity to 80,000 homes across Queensland and New South Wales.

The Guardian - AU

Hawthorn Hawks beat Sydney Swans in AFL 2025 season opener – as it happened

The Hawks booted the only three goals of the final term to defeat the Swans 14.12 (96) to 11.10 (76) at the SCG on Friday night

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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