Severe Flooding in Australia

Australia experiences severe flooding in parts of Queensland and New South Wales, causing one death and significant damage. The storm weakened from a tropical cyclone to a tropical low, but left behind widespread power outages and school closures.

Flooding in northeastern Australia

Torrential rain in northeastern Australia caused major flooding, leading to evacuations and power outages. Queensland authorities warn of continued heavy rain and major flood risk.

Flooding in Queensland, Australia

One person died in heavy flooding in Queensland, Australia, prompting authorities to urge thousands to move to higher ground due to torrential rains. Major flooding was reported in coastal Hinchinbrook Shire and several suburbs in Townsville were also impacted. The flooding was caused by heavy rain from a low pressure system with up to 11.8 inches of rainfall recorded.

Legislation for LGBTQI+ Protections in Queensland, Australia

Left-wing lawmakers in Queensland, Australia have introduced legislation to provide stronger protections for trans, gender diverse, and intersex people. The updated discrimination laws will offer protections against discrimination and vilification for LGBTQI+ claimants and will introduce a new attribute of 'sex characteristics' to protect the intersex community.