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Flood warnings still in place in NSW and Qld as severe thunderstorm alerts cancelled

Severe thunderstorms have been cancelled in Queensland and NSW but flood warnings remain in place as water levels continue to rise, with more rain

The New Daily

Queensland Premier stands by decision to close schools even after storm threat fails to materialise

The weather over south-east Queensland eased further on Friday, but storms could return on Sunday. Still, Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk stands by a decision to shut schools amid concern about "very dangerous" conditions.

ABC News

Victims of NSW and Queensland floods have lodged 60,000 claims, but too many are underinsured. Here's a better way

As South-East Queensland and New South Wales wade through the devastation of storms and flooding that now threatens the greater Sydney region, residents and businesses will be turning to insurance as their only hope of recovery.

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Friday essay: 'fair game', racial shame and the women who demanded more

Sexual politics is difficult terrain for young people to navigate. Desire, threat and insecurity are a powerful combination in the most benign circumstances, even before teenagers were drenched in social media harassment and ubiquitous porn.

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We can't keep relying on charities and the food industry to supply food after disasters – the government must lead

Australia is facing yet another “unprecedented” weather event as extreme flooding across Queensland and New South Wales submerges entire towns.

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NSW, Queensland floods and weather as it happened: Storm fears ease for communities north of Brisbane, new evacuation warnings for parts of Sydney

Catch up on the news about flooding in NSW and Queensland from March 4 with a look back at our blog.

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Flood damage expected to enter billions

Emergency Management Minister Bridget McKenzie says the federal government will continue to support flood-affected communities as the damage bill rises.

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Missing man's body found in Qld flood zone

A man's body has been found under a wharf in Brisbane, taking the death toll from devastating floods in southeast Queensland to 10.

AAP

Liberal MP wants Coalition to expand $10bn scheme supporting insurers to cover all natural disasters

Warren Entsch says northern Australia scheme aimed at cyclone-prone Queensland should be extended to other parts of the country

The Guardian - AU

Half a million Australians told to evacuate or given flood warnings amid torrential rain

At least 14 people have died in Queensland in the week-long flooding

The Independent UK

‘We Need The Army’: We Spoke To Young Aussies Living In Flood-Ravaged Areas Of NSW & Qld

"Not to create hysteria but I’ve honestly never seen anything like it."

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Where has been hit by Australia’s ‘once-in-a-century’ floods?

Stormy weather causes chaos as it sweeps through eastern parts of country

The Independent UK

‘We are doing our best’: rescuers fear for animals injured in NSW and Queensland floods

Wildlife hospitals are preparing for an influx of sick animals trapped in their habitat or swept into other environments

The Guardian - AU

Half a Million Australians Face Flood Evacuation Orders

Authorities in Australia issued more orders for people to leave their homes on Thursday after heavy rain triggered flash floods in its largest city, with officials warning of worse to come and some 500,000 people likely to face orders to evacuate. Australia's east coast has been battered by a severe…

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South-east Queensland residents brace for more storms just days after severe flooding

From Brisbane to Bundaberg parents were told to collect their children early from schools as already-saturated region braces for more dangerous weather

AAP

Force aim to topple injury-hit Reds again

The Queensland Reds will be aiming to overcome a topsy-turvy lead-up when they lock horns with the Western Force at HBF Park.

The Guardian - AU

Flood map and rain charts show extent of Queensland and NSW disaster

These interactive graphics show the unprecedented rain causing the 2022 eastern Australia floods

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South-east Queensland schools only open to children of essential workers, vulnerable children due to 'very dangerous' weather

Schools across south-east Queensland will only be open to vulnerable children and those of essential workers tomorrow with the region warned it could experience "very dangerous" weather over the next 24 to 48 hours.

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Western Force returns to Perth Oval for first Super Rugby home game against Queensland Reds

When the Super Rugby season kicked off, the Western Force were hopeful, but not confident, of getting back home to play. Now, finally, the Force's fans will get to see them at Perth Oval for their match against the Reds.

Daily Mirror

Brit surfing fan 'living his dream life' in Australia died in skylight fall accident

Jordan Joseph Baker, aged 23, from Minffordd in Gwynedd, was living in Surfer's Paradise, a seaside resort in Queensland when he tragically died in an accident, a Caernarfon inquest heard

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Government says Labor's attack on Services Australia flood sites a 'cheap' political play

Labor accuses the federal government of making partisan picks for where to send flood assistance — but ministers and Services Australia say state governments decide where to send staff.

AAP

Matt Renshaw defies SA in Sheffield Shield

Former Test batsman Matt Renshaw led the way as Queensland defied some challenging conditions in their Sheffield Shield clash with South Australia.

The Conversation

Why water inundates a home during one flood but spares it the next

As the floodwaters rose in Southeast Queensland last week, my phone buzzed with texts from friends. We compared this event with the last catastrophic flood of 2011 and tried to calculate whether our homes would be affected this time. I live in Ipswich, not far from the now-flooded Bremer River.

The New Daily

‘Extremely unstable’: Qld to be smashed by dangerous storms

Towns were being evacuated and schools closed in Queensland on Thursday, ahead of dangerous storms that could bring more "life-threatening floods".

ABC News

Supermarkets expect short-term disruption to fresh produce supply after Queensland floods

Staples are again in short supply, so how long will regional areas have to wait before shelves are restocked?

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