Natural Disasters

Natural Disasters

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Victorian driver, 66, dies in floodwaters

A 66-year-old man has died after his car became submerged in a swollen river in Victoria's east.

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A driver in his 60s is missing after his vehicle became submerged in a river in Victoria's east.

Funding limbo for Qld floods buyback plan

Flood affected Queensland residents face uncertainty with a State Government plan to buy back or retrofit homes dependant on federal support.

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The Queensland govt says it is awaiting federal support for a multi-million dollar relief package.

Lives lost as rain brings mudslides to Rio

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Severe storms sweeping along Brazil's coastline have claimed the lives of at least eight people.

Record pothole fix after Queensland deluge

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February-March floods caused damage across Brisbane's network of 5700 roads.

Heavy seas, swells lash Sydney beaches

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Huge waves have smashed Sydney's coastline, submerging beaches and ripping boats from moorings.

Temperatures dip as winds batter NSW coast

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Evacuation orders are in place from North Lismore to as far south as the Lower Macleay in NSW.