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Eastern Australia Faces Historic Flooding as Isolation and Losses Mount

Outback Queensland endures record-breaking floods, with major rivers still under warnings, millions of livestock feared lost, and some communities facing up to six weeks of isolation.

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Rain is easing in parts of Queensland and NSW but authorities are warning flooding could isolate some residents for weeks.
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Overview

  • Outback Queensland is experiencing its worst floods on record, with vast areas underwater and significant agricultural losses expected.
  • Major flood warnings remain in place for several rivers, including the Paroo, Warrego, and Bulloo, as floodwaters continue to rise.
  • Some Queensland and New South Wales communities are bracing for up to six weeks of isolation, with rescue operations ongoing for stranded residents.
  • Ex-Tropical Cyclone Diane is contributing to heavy rainfall in Western Australia and the Northern Territory, exacerbating the broader flooding crisis.
  • Personal hardship assistance, including concessional loans and freight subsidies, has been activated to support affected communities in western Queensland.