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Putting back the pieces, flood hero finds solace in art

Putting back the pieces, flood hero finds solace in art

After helping save up to 40 of his neighbours and friends from a destructive flash flood, an ex-truck driver has turned to sculpture to heal and help others.

Evacuees finally return home to flood-hit community

Evacuees finally return home to flood-hit community

Evacuees finally return home to flood-hit community

Evacuees finally return home to flood-hit community

After hundreds fled a flood-hit community months ago, a first group of evacuees are finally set to return following a major clean-up and restoration operation.

Climate change risks billions in roads, hospitals bills

Climate change risks billions in roads, hospitals bills

Climate change risks billions in roads, hospitals bills

Climate change risks billions in roads, hospitals bills

A state has been warned climate change-linked weather hazards endanger almost a fifth of the value of major infrastructure assets.

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Warning after extreme weather's financial toll revealed

Warning after extreme weather's financial toll revealed

The eye-watering cost of extreme weather for 2025 has been revealed, sparking a warning the financial toll may only get worse.

Flood-weary town considers relocating after cyclone

Flood-weary town considers relocating after cyclone

An outback community flooded out by back-to-back weather systems could soon decide on relocating to higher ground amid fears they will be inundated again.

Body of man swept away by floodwaters found

Body of man swept away by floodwaters found

The body of a 65-year-old man who was swept away by floodwaters in South Australia's far north has been found following a three-day search effort.

Famed outback music festival cancelled after heavy rain

Famed outback music festival cancelled after heavy rain

Music festival Birdsville Big Red Bash has been cancelled for 2026 after heavy rains. It's more bad news for live music lovers after the collapse of Bluesfest.

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Third time unlucky: cyclone to make landfall again

Third time unlucky: cyclone to make landfall again

Third time unlucky: cyclone to make landfall again

Third time unlucky: cyclone to make landfall again

A cyclone that has weaved its way across northern Australia before weakening is forecast to slam into the mainland for a third time after reforming out to sea.

Town on high alert in cyclone's wake amid flood fears

Town on high alert in cyclone's wake amid flood fears

Town on high alert in cyclone's wake amid flood fears

Town on high alert in cyclone's wake amid flood fears

Just when they thought it was safe to forget about the water, residents of a sandbagged outback town are bracing for a second round of flooding.

Rain-hit region braces as tropical storm sweeps past

Rain-hit region braces as tropical storm sweeps past

Rain-hit region braces as tropical storm sweeps past

Rain-hit region braces as tropical storm sweeps past

Top End locals are wary of another flood threat after a former cyclone swept past, causing less damage than first expected as it speeds toward another state.

Summer climate 'whiplash' hitting harder and faster

Summer climate 'whiplash' hitting harder and faster

Summer climate 'whiplash' hitting harder and faster

Summer climate 'whiplash' hitting harder and faster

Australia is seesawing between floods and fires with increasing frequency, leaving a trail of ecosystem stress, property damage and strained council budgets.

Intensifying storm looms for flood-soaked communities

Intensifying storm looms for flood-soaked communities

Intensifying storm looms for flood-soaked communities

Intensifying storm looms for flood-soaked communities

A possible tropical cyclone looks set to bring more wild weather to parts of northern Australia still recovering from record-breaking flooding.

Missing man found alive as floods spark more rescues

Missing man found alive as floods spark more rescues

Missing man found alive as floods spark more rescues

Missing man found alive as floods spark more rescues

A man who went missing from a houseboat has been found alive as major flooding continues to impact communities across the nation's north.

Flood tragedy as fruit pickers found in submerged car

Flood tragedy as fruit pickers found in submerged car

Flood tragedy as fruit pickers found in submerged car

Flood tragedy as fruit pickers found in submerged car

The families of two international backpackers will fly to Australia after the travellers' bodies were found in a flooded car as heavy rain wreaks more havoc.

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Waterlogged city waits to learn extent of latest floods

Hundreds of homes have been hit by flooding at a regional community but the full extent of the damage may not be known for days.

Kenya says death toll from floods almost doubles to 42

Flash flooding has killed at least 42 people in Kenya's capital after wild weather swept away vehicles and disrupted flights at a major airport.

Floodwater rescues prompt warning for motorists

Multiple flood warnings have been issued as a major highway is cut and communities are urged to go to higher ground and postpone travel.

Crocs and rising rivers: towns face flood disaster

A territory's "big rivers" region is living up to its name as floodwaters sweep into a major town and force the evacuation of remote communities.

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Flash floods in Kenyan capital kill 23, disrupt flights

Flash flooding has killed at least 23 people in Kenya's capital as wild weather swept away vehicles and disrupted flights at a major airport.

Cyclone threat firms as far north braces for bucketing

Areas already hard hit by flooding are bracing for another deluge, with a tropical cyclone forecast to cross the coast in coming days.

Grapes wither on the vine as record rain risks harvest

Flash flooding has hit Australia's table grape hub after record rainfall at the peak of harvest season, threatening to inflict major losses.

Australia's driest town swamped as deadly storms swirl

Torrential rain, severe storms and dangerous floods continue to cause havoc, leading to the death of a motorcyclist who was swept away in a creek.

Wet and wild weather brings risk of shark attacks

People are being urged to exercise caution when going for a dip following a recent spate of shark attacks, as rainy weather increases swimming risks

Brazil flood death toll rises to 64, more bodies found

Landslides and flooding in Brazil’s Minas Gerais state have killed 64 people, authorities say.

Rain-hit region on high alert amid twin cyclone threats

Sodden northern states are facing the threat of yet more flooding, but increased rain on the way is welcome news for some parched southern areas of Australia.

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