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River Murray flood predictions leave locals in limbo amid levee construction

Riverland locals are bracing for inundation, with increased flows down the River Murray expected to "overtop" the second floor of low-lying dwellings — but some say preparations for anticipated floodwaters fall well short of what is needed.

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Pay-it-forward coffee at Echuca cafe lifts spirits amid Victoria's ongoing flood battle

An anonymous act of caffeinated charity is providing the perfect pick-me-up for people in Echuca, as the Victorian town grapples with a slow-moving flood emergency.

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Live Traffic NSW app under fire for failing to include local flooded roads

New South Wales drivers are calling for flooded local roads to be added to the Live Traffic app amid road safety concerns and confusion.

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Hackers release flood of Medibank customer information

Medical information for millions of Australians is accessible online, after the Medibank hackers released a flood of customer data.

The New Daily

Google's AI-powered Flood Hub warning system just got a revamp

New data sources makes the flood prediction system scalable to a global level.

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Flood-affected farmers call for more funding to build more resilient infrastructure ahead of third La Niña

The president of the Victorian Farmers Federation says producers are facing further flooding as they as they brace for a third consecutive La Niña.

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Gundagai racecourse ready for Snake Gully Cup a week after major track flooding

A much-loved regional horse racing meet will go ahead this week, despite the host track being flooded just days ago. "When a job needs to be done … people just turn up," the club's president says.

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'Disheartening' flood risk warning for NSW

Severe weather is once again headed for regional NSW with authorities acknowledging the renewed flood warnings are disheartening.

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Floods can be a disaster for humans – but for nature, it's boom time

Humans, as a rule, do not like floods. And three years of La Niña rains have meant Australians have had more than enough of floods.

The Conversation

Building in floodplains is still not prohibited, Bulimba Barracks approved by Brisbane City Council

The city has the largest number of existing buildings of any floodplain in Australia, yet Brisbane City Council maintains it does enough as it approves the latest mega-development close to the river.

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Flood evacuation order issued for Namoi Village as SES warns of sewer system failure

Some residents are choosing to stay in the mostly Aboriginal community of Namoi Village as the state's flood crisis continues.

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Lisburn housing development approved despite flooding fears

"When you have stood in people's homes that have been almost totally demolished by the river, as I have, then you can understand why I am deeply concerned."

Belfast Live

Nigeria, Pakistan, Philippines and Australia. What can we learn from the world's devastating floods?

Extreme weather is drowning many parts of the world with countries lacking the resilience and funding to cope with the devastating downpours. What can we learn from these global floods and what solutions are on the table at COP27?

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Winter storm brings rain, snow and flood fears to California

A major winter storm is pounding California, bringing rain and snow to the drought-stricken state along with possible flash flooding in areas recently scarred by wildfires

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Ryan Reynolds joining Tumblr sparks debate about the platform’s future

The film star is the first celebrity to create a Tumblr blog in recent years, sparking fears that a celebrity exodus from Twitter will flood on to Tumblr feeds

Fortune

Indian city that turned dirty lake into a natural biofilter shows how to adapt to climate change

The city faces twin crises: a booming population and worsening floods.

The Guardian - UK

African nations can’t ‘adapt’ to the climate crisis. Here’s what rich countries must do

There are 37 million people facing starvation in the Horn of Africa. Time for wealthier countries to adopt ‘loss and damage finance’, says climate activist Vanessa Nakate

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Jamie Oliver’s home will be protected by beavers

The £350,000 project will help reduce flood risk in the area

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CFA volunteer with ex-military vehicle helping Echuca community traverse floodwaters

The ex-military vehicle, owned by a CFA volunteer, is likely to go to other areas as well to help transport school students and members of the community through floodwaters.

The Guardian - AU

Melbourne residents warned not to swim at beaches as floods contaminate waterways

Microbes have made their way into water after heavy rain, raising risk of illnesses like gastro and diarrhoea, authorities say

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Fears prolonged floods after COVID will take toll on residents' mental health in regional NSW and Victoria

As the border towns of Echuca and Moama enter their third week of major flooding, a health executive says recovery teams are reporting higher levels of distress than might usually be expected.

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Brumbies trapped in Barmah National Park being flown hay amid rising floodwaters

More than 100 brumbies in Victoria's north have become stranded without food after having moved to higher ground, but a group of volunteers is working desperately to save them.

The New Daily

Supplies dropped off for New South Wales flood victims

Some NSW residents could remain isolated by floods for weeks as the State Emergency Service continues supply drops and support.

Daily Mirror

Brits warned of extreme weather this winter and 'ignore flood warnings at your peril'

Despite record-breaking temperatures over the summer, communities are being warned not to be complacent and to prepare effectively for potential flooding this winter

Bristol Post

Bristol faces more heatwaves, floods and droughts as climate continues to heat up

A new action plan explores what work the council will take over the next few years to tackle climate change

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