Dutton’s Qld flood appeal raises questions
Questions have been raised about a group chosen by Defence Minister Peter Dutton as the beneficiary of almost $28,000 he raised for flood victims.
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PM defends government response to floods
The prime minister says the federal government is continuing to respond to the ongoing flood crisis in Queensland and NSW with relevant support measures.
NSW towns evacuate as flooding hits again
Dangerous flooding has again forced families out of their homes as rising waters reach parts of NSW for the second time in weeks.
Second man found dead in Qld floodwaters
A second man's body has been found in floodwaters in southern Queensland with an emergency flood alert still in force in the town of Dalby.
Northern NSW in ‘disbelief’ at more rains
NSW SES has issued evacuation orders for parts of Lismore and Kyogle as the devastated region braces for more flooding.
No help for some flood-affected farmers
Flood-affected farmers in northern NSW say they're yet to receive any financial help a month after the disaster, because of their off-farm earnings.
NSW rain forecast comes with flood risk
Already saturated catchments in parts of NSW could reach minor or "possibly higher" flood levels with more rain predicted early this week, the BoM says.
Brisbane River reopens to boaties
Although clean-up efforts continue, Brisbane River has reopened to boating enthusiasts following the Queensland floods, with a warning to watch out for debris.
Insurer calls for disaster control funding
Insurers want urgent disaster mitigation funding, after claims rose by more than 50 per cent, and NSW and Queensland face more flood risks.
Weary councils demand climate action, cash
More than 30 mayors and councillors from councils across Australia are demanding stronger climate change action from the Morrison government.
Lismore flood victims dump debris at PM’s
Flood-impacted Lismore residents angry at Prime Minister Scott Morrison have dumped a truckload of waterlogged possessions at Kirribilli House.
Home buybacks part of Qld floods package
A $771 million flood relief package will allow affected Queenslanders to retrofit, elevate or sell back their homes pending support from the Commonwealth.
NSW to get extra $742m in flood funds
Flooded communities in northern NSW are to receive a further $742 million to support primary industry, businesses, rural landholders, councils and residents.
Timing of flood support payment questioned
As residents in four more local councils became eligible for further flood support, Labor has questioned why those payment measures took longer to be approved.
Flood fund systems failed: NSW treasurer
Disaster funding structures have failed many flood-affected communities with a new system required to address the devastation, the NSW Treasurer says.
Qld defends dam amid flood condolences
The Queensland premier has extended condolences to the families of 13 people killed in the recent floods, while again defending Wivenhoe Dam releases.
Man dies in floodwaters in NSW far west
A man has died in far western NSW after driving his ute into floodwaters near Broken Hill.
Wildlife faces double-whammies from floods
Wildlife carers are under enormous strain after the floods with animals in their care often suffering multiple blows from the disaster.
Alert system forms part of Qld flood probe
A review of the flood disaster that killed 13 people in southeast Queensland will include effectiveness of emergency alerts and agency co-operation.
Floods spark Indigenous survival spirit
Flood-devastated Aboriginal communities in and around Lismore have come together in the wake of the unprecedented NSW floods.
Emergency head defends flood response
Emergency Management Australia boss Joe Buffone says an earlier disaster declaration would not have had an impact on the ADF rollout to assist flood victims.
Floods ‘Black Summer all over again’
Coalition of ex-emergency services chiefs calls for stronger action on climate change and better natural disaster planning after this year's deadly floods.
Brisbane River clean up may take weeks
Queenslanders have been warned to stay out of the Brisbane River, with the clearing of debris caused by devastating floods expected to take weeks.
NSW flood emergency response scrutinised
NSW Emergency Services Minister Steph Cooke says all aspects of the emergency services response to the flood crisis will be examined in an independent review.
More recovery centres as NSW cleans up
Floodwaters are receding around NSW as attention turns to cleaning up.
Flood looting suspect faces Brisbane court
A Gold Coast man has become the first person charged with looting during the deadly flood disaster to appear in a Queensland court.
Qld to lure tradies for flood recovery
Interstate tradies are being encouraged to move to Queensland as the flood recovery continues and insurance claims for damaged homes reach $1 billion.
Mental health a post-flood priority: Hunt
A $31 million mental health package for flood-affected communities will focus on community resilience, psychological therapies and support for children.
NSW Health staff sent north to flood zone
Health Minister Brad Hazzard says there are growing reports of gastroenteritis in the flood-ravaged communities on the NSW north coast.
PM to make national disaster declaration
Prime Minister Scott Morrison will seek a national emergency declaration covering Queensland and NSW following talks with the premiers.
PM to declare national emergency in Qld
The prime minister says he will ask the governor-general to declare a national emergency in Queensland after touring flood-hit parts of the state's southeast.