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The national emergency declaration came days after the east coast was already underwater. Why?

The floods that struck Queensland and northern New South Wales more than a week ago are now Australia's first "national emergency". So, what does that mean? Here's a quick guide.

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Encephalitis confirmed in NSW man's death

A man who died more than three weeks ago has been confirmed as the state's first death from Japanese Encephalitis being spread by mosquitoes.

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NSW records first Japanese encephalitis death

Post-mortem tests show a man in his 70s from NSW's Riverina region who died last month had the mosquito-borne virus.

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Floods left thousands without power. Microgrids could help communities weather the next disaster

The devastating floods have cut off power for tens of thousands of people across New South Wales and Queensland, limiting their access to basic amenities and hampering rescue efforts. This included 54,000 homes in Brisbane alone.

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Scientific measurement won't answer all questions in education. We need teacher and student voices, too

The recently released report of the review into initial teacher education recommends universities use randomised controlled trials (RCTs) to find evidence for effective methods of educating teachers. It says:

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Here's what we know about the Japanese encephalitis outbreak in Victoria, South Australia, NSW and Queensland

The deaths of two people from the virus amid a growing number of cases across Australia are causing concern for health and agricultural authorities. Here's what we know.

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Thinking of buying a dehumidifier? Advice from an expert on mould and damp

Google searches for “dehumidifier” have soared in the past month, especially in New South Wales, and there are a lot of options to choose from.

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Crowdfunding disaster relief offers hope in desperate times. But who gets left behind?

At least 21 people have been killed in the devastating floods across Queensland and New South Wales. Many have lost everything they own, in part due to vicious cycles of underinsurance.

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NSW Liberals again fail to resolve preselection deadlock making federal intervention likely

Latest proposal on process to decide candidates ahead of May federal election scuttled by four votes against

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Northern NSW vets work to save hundreds of starving, suffering animals amid flood crisis

Lismore-based large animal vet Bruno Ros says he and other vets have worked tirelessly to rescue and feed as many cows and horses they could, amid a "pathetic" response from agricultural authorities.

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NSW promises affordable child care

NSW Treasurer Matt Kean has promised universal, affordable and accessible child care for working women if the federal government does not provide it.

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Housing help still unclear for Lismore residents after northern NSW flood

The NSW Premier assures those left homeless after floods that temporary housing is on the agenda — but there is still no clear plan on how or when that will be achieved.

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NSW has 13,179 COVID-19 cases, 9 deaths

There are 13,179 new cases of COVID-19 NSW and nine more deaths, while more than 56 per cent of adults have had a booster vaccine.

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Prime Minister declares floods a national emergency, more money for residents in Lismore and other NSW towns

Prime Minister Scott Morrison defends the Australian Defence Force's response during the floods in Northern NSW, saying troops have done an "amazing job".

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The Loop: 'Catastrophic' pressure on Ukraine city, strong winds for flood-hit NSW and first US Capitol rioter found guilty

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Damaging wind warning for NSW east coast after thousands flee homes as flooding swamps Sydney

There are 60 evacuation orders in place due to floods as residents from the Hunter to the Victorian border are warned of more severe weather to come

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Scott Morrison says defence force ‘not available on a moment’s notice’ to respond to disaster – as it happened

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Morning mail: strong winds to lash flood-hit areas, Russia accused of shelling evacuation route, Jane Caro’s beloved items

Wednesday: Politicians from both sides have called for fire and floods to be included in cyclone reinsurance scheme. Plus: what prized items Jane Caro lost to thieves

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Sydney news: Commuters warned severe weather to impact NSW rail network

MORNING BRIEFING: Commuters are being urged to avoid all non-essential travel as severe weather continues to impact the state's rail network with flooding, landslips and trees on tracks.

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Flood support 'will never be enough': PM

The prime minister has expressed his sorrow to flood victims in northern NSW, saying no amount of support will ever be enough to help affected residents.

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Should natural disaster responses be part of the Australian Defence Force's job?

Defence says it is ready and willing to help during and after crises like floods or bushfires, but some experts are wondering if constantly calling upon the ADF is the best answer to disasters at home.

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The floods have killed at least 21 Australians. Adapting to a harsher climate is now a life-or-death matter

The devastating floods in Queensland and New South Wales highlight, yet again, Australia’s failure to plan for natural disasters. As we’re seeing now in heartbreaking detail, everyday Australians bear the enormous cost of this inaction.

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Search for Sydney man missing in floods

Police are searching for a delivery driver after his abandoned truck was found submerged in floodwaters in western Sydney.

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‘A year’s worth of landfill’: what will happen to all the waste from flood-damaged homes in Queensland and NSW?

Lismore council says waste will be transferred to a quarry site identified by state government near Teven

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‘I can’t afford to go anywhere else’: the NSW caravan park residents devastated by floods

Unable to afford insurance against increasingly common inundations, many have no option but to stay and rebuild

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